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Exercise Physiologist

HCA HealthONE, Aurora, CO, United States


Hourly Wage Estimate: $19.94 - $29.91 / hour
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Exercise Physiologist
Job Summary And Qualifications
This position supports the mission of HCA/HealthONE. The Exercise Physiologist performs prescribed non-invasive cardiovascular procedures and stress testing to patients under the supervision of a cardiologist, advanced practice provider, and imaging leaders. Duties include scheduling, explaining procedures to patients, monitoring their responses to tests, equipment maintenance, and detailed record keeping/reporting ensuring optimal care/treatment of patients. The specialist also prepares patients, equipment and materials used in diagnostic procedures. The physiologist operates, calibrates and maintains diagnostic equipment and records the patient's response. Prepares preliminary reports for final interpretation by the cardiologist. Perform exercise, cardiac, nuclear, pharmaceutical, echo stress tests, Holter testing and analysis, and EKGs as prescribed. Recognizes chest pain, arrhythmias, life-threatening arrhythmias associated with stress testing responds/obtains appropriate and immediate assistance as needed. Ensures an accurate and readable recording using deductive reasoning to trouble shoot minor problems, make adjustments as needed during the procedure and prepares recordings for interpretation. Collects and/or reviews pertinent medical, historical, and medication information in order to perform the appropriate study prescribed by the physician. Works with physicians and serves as the technical expert on various Non-Invasive testing applications. Assists with computerized charting and order entry. Assists with activities to improve department processes, facilitate testing and maintain quality to achieve optimal patient results. When need arises, will perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

What qualifications you will need:

BLS required from AHA or ARC.ACLS preferred.

Bachelor of Science degree in healthcare related field, preferred in exercise science.

Prior experience in a patient care related field preferred.

Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and other health care team members. Ability to work with others within a team to ensure quality patient care. Strong critical thinking skills. Ability to communicate with patients using auditory Input and Output.

Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.

No Travel Required.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services

Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services

Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence

Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling

Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing

Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

No experience Required.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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