Clinical Cardiac Testing Exercise Physiologist (1.0 FTE/Days)
Job Description
The Clinical Cardiac Testing Exercise Physiologist performs cardiac testing procedures (both inpatient and outpatient) in the Franciscan Health Network. These procedures consist of stress testing and heart monitoring.
WHO WE ARE
Franciscan Health is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and promoting health and wellness in our community. Our mission is to ensure that every patient receives the highest quality of care through innovation, compassion, and excellence. With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers who provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
- Conduct pre-test screening and assessment of vitals (heart rate, rhythm, blood pressure and symptoms), with thorough chart review to gather relevant medical history.
- Start IV's and administer medication intravenously under physician direction.
- Adhere to nuclear medicine safety measures throughout nuclear cardiac procedures.
- Interpret 12 lead EKGs; recognize changes in routine wave forms, artifact, as well as critical conditions, such as segment elevation/depression, infarct patterns, and life-threatening arrhythmias.
- Perform standard resting electrocardiograms, and apply holter and cardiac event monitoring systems; instruct patients on monitoring and ensure follow-up with the physician.
- Communicate with appropriate personnel regarding abnormal finding and patient progress.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Required Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology or Exercise Science
- Required 1 year Physical Medicine/Rehabilitation
- Required within 180 days from hire Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Required within 180 days from hire Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association
- Preferred Master's Degree
TRAVEL IS REQUIRED:
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law.
Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights.
Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.
Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.