Clinical Exercise Physiologist - Pulmonary Rehab - 8-Hour Day Shift

Job Description

Are you ready to bring your clinical competencies to a world-class facility recognized as top ten in the United States? Do you have a passion for the highest quality and patient satisfaction? Then please respond to this dynamic opportunity available with one of the best places to work in Southern California! We would be happy to hear from you!

We are seeking a knowledgeable and conscientious Clinical Exercise Physiologist for this independent role in our Pulmonary Rehabilitation Center. The program helps patients manage their lung disease in every stage, considering, among other aspects, medication and nutrition. Our experts work with patients on breathing retraining, muscle strength and conditioning.

Summary of Essential Duties:

• Implements an appropriate exercise training program for participants

• Assesses patient before, during and after exercise

• Exercise patient while monitoring EKG, oxygen saturations, Blood Pressure and Short of Breath and fatigue ratings

• Recognizes when premature termination is warranted and takes appropriate actions

• Revises/implements patient training sessions – tailors instructions to individual patient learning needs as indicated

Qualifications

Education:

• Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology or Exercise Science required

License/Certifications:

• BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required

• ACLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross preferred or willing to obtain within one year from start date

Experience:

• A minimum of 1 year of experience in Pulmonary Rehab programs preferred

• Previous experience in dysrhythmia detection and identification, Rehabilitation/Adult Fitness programs and designing exercise prescriptions preferred

Cedars-Sinai is an EEO employer. Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law.