Shepherd Center
Healthcare
ExercisePhysiologist
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“Exercise Physiologist at Shepherd Center. Skills: Patient assessment, Individualized exercise program development, Patient care assistance, Communication. Assess physical fitness of patients and/or wellness members. Determine current strength and endurance”
Industry & Context.
Ability to problem solve through multitasking
Uses body, tools, or special devices to safely, effectively, and efficiently to move, guide, or place patients, Involves some latitude for judgement with regard to precision attained and the selection of what adaptive device(s) to utilize, Ability to transfer and position patients, consistent with lifting up to 50 lbs, Some potential for exposure to blood and body fluids
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or similar, Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of start date, Experience with creating and managing exercise programs, Basic computer keyboard/mouse operations, Basic typing skills, Basic word skills, Ability to learn necessary computer-based operations for Word, Excel, Outlook, Therapeutic Exercise equipment operating system, and video equipment
Nice to Have
Two (2) years of previous hospital or rehabilitation experience, N/A
What You'll Do.
Assess physical fitness of patients and/or wellness members
Determine current strength and endurance
Devise individualized exercise programs tailored to meet needs of specific goals
Assist other patient care team members in lifts
activities of daily living
wheelchair mobility and weight shifts
and locomotor training
Instruct and conduct exercise classes and conduct individual exercise sessions
Participate in program development initiatives
and bathroom equipment
and other areas as assigned
Attend departmental meetings and required facility special events
Instruct new employees and volunteers in departmental maintenance tasks
Conduct in-service presentations to communicate evidence in exercise physiology
Communicate with current and prospective Wellness Program members regarding current offerings and sessions
Conduct periodic assessments of Wellness Program members to track baseline function and performance as well as changes over time
Coordinate special wellness program offerings including lectures
online educational and informational sessions or videos
Serve as team lead for departmental activities and other health and wellness initiatives
Serve as first line of communication for external inquiries and organizations
Practice proper safety techniques
Report employee/patient/visitor injuries or accidents
or other safety issues
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Assist other patient care team members; Attend departmental meetings; Serve as team lead for departmental activities and other health and wellness initiatives
Communication Scope
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; Effective communication in stressful situations; Demonstrates the skills for appropriate follow up communication
Process & Methodology
Ability to organize and complete tasks and projects
Full Job Description
**About Shepherd Center** With five decades of experience, Shepherd Center provides world-class clinical care, research, and family support for people experiencing the most complex conditions, including spinal cord and brain injuries, multi-trauma, traumatic amputations, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and pain. An elite center ranked by _U.S. News_ as one of the nation’s top hospitals for rehabilitation, Shepherd Center is also recognized as both Spinal Cord Injury and Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems. Shepherd is the only rehabilitation facility in the nation with an intensive care unit on-site, allowing us to care for the most complex patients and begin the rehabilitation process sooner. Shepherd Center treats thousands of patients annually with unmatched expertise and unwavering compassion to help them begin again. Shepherd Center's culture is one of hope, humor, and hard work. You will enjoy career growth, strong relationships with co-workers, strong support from leadership, and fun activities that have kept over 12% of staff members working at Shepherd for more than 20 years. 32 hours per week. The Exercise Physiologist assesses physical fitness of patients and/or wellness members, determines current strength and endurance, and devises individualized exercise programs tailored to meet needs of specific goals. Goals may be determined by internal care teams as well as exercise physiologist and patients/members. **JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:** * Assist other patient care team members in lifts, transports, equipment assemble, activities of daily living, transfers, wheelchair mobility and weight shifts, and locomotor training. * May instruct and conduct exercise classes and conduct individual exercise sessions, working within the guidelines established by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). * Participate in program development initiatives. * Maintain equipment, gym, areas, storage areas, wheelchairs, and bathroom equipment, and other areas as assigned. * Atte
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