• Job Description

  Req#: R-82711

  We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

  Organization:

  SAFH-Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital

  Position Overview:

  Responsible for assessing the safety of all patients while participating in therapeutic exercise. Monitors appropriate use of equipment. Works with healthcare professionals to design exercise programs to meet special health needs of each patient. Designs personal exercise programs for patients. Works independently with cardiac rehab class participants by monitoring the patients vitals ensuring their responses to exercise are appropriate and be prepared take medical intervention if needed. Communicates effectively with the healthcare professionals through the electronic medical record.

  Job Description:

  EDUCATION

  • Bachelor's: exercise physiology or related field or equivalent education/experience

  
  CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

  • BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

  • Amercian College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Exercise Physiologist certification preferred.

  
  PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:

  • 2 years experience in an outpatient care setting, performing exercise procedures on patients.

  • 2 years experience in applying principles of exercise physiology for fitness acquisition, utilizing effective instructional educational techniques, clinical protocol development and interdisciplinary team processes.

  
  SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

  • Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology, chemistry, and physics.

  • In-depth knowledge of exercise testing, exercise equipment and quality control.

  • Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

  • Ability to perform multiple tasks and prioritize independently with follow through in a timely manner.

  • Ability to design, implement, and supervise individualized exercise prescriptions for people with chronic disease and disabling conditions.

  • Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations.

  Job Shift:

  Days

  Schedule:

  Per Diem/Casual

  Shift Hours:

  8

  Days of the Week:

  Variable

  Weekend Requirements:

  None

  Benefits:

  No

  Unions:

  No

  Position Status:

  Non-Exempt

  Weekly Hours:

  0

  Employee Status:

  Per Diem/Casual1

  Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

  Pay Range is $40.28 to $50.34 / hour

  The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.

• About the company

  Sutter Health is a not-for-profit integrated health delivery system headquartered in Sacramento, California.

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