Duke Health Integrated Practice is an exceptional, multi-specialty physician practice encompassing 140 clinics across North Carolina. We attract and retain premier medical professionals with competitive compensation, benefits, and a nurturing work atmosphere that unites passion and purpose.
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$8,000 Relocation Assistance | Cash allowance payments will be made via direct deposit on behalf of DUHS by UrbanBound.
**Distance from former residence to new DUHS work location is at least 50 miles**
JOB LOCATION
Duke Cardiology of Raleigh - 3320 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC
JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking an Exercise Physiologist to participate in screening individuals' medical histories and current health status to identify major health risk factors; administer fitness testing procedures and counsel individuals regarding test results and use of exercise equipment; assist with fitness-related educational programs; Perform a wide variety tests; Assist with planning and implementing individual and group fitness programs.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct Cardiology treadmill stress testing independently as required and per study protocol with 12-lead EKG interpretation without direct physician supervision, in normal and high-risk populations. Must exhibit strong 12-lead ECG interpretation skills.
- Assist with oversight and daily operations of clinical and non- clinical programs. Participate in screening individuals' medical histories and current Health status to identify major health risk factors; administer stress testing procedures and counsel individuals regarding use of exercise equipment. Perform a wide variety of fitness assessments and/or non-invasive cardio stress tests according to work sit. Supervise exercise training sessions.
- Assist manager with program compliance, benchmarking and performance improvement. Identify diagnostic stress lab needs; manages appropriate level of supplies and monitors equipment maintenance. Assess the stress-testing environment and make recommendations to ensure optimal patient comfort, safety and compliance with various regulatory bodies (OSHA, Joint commission, etc.).
- Identify diagnostic stress lab needs; manages appropriate level of supplies and monitors equipment maintenance.
- Recognizes symptom changes/signs of problems and knows the appropriate medical response and processes. Initiates first responder care.
- Performs all Exercise Specialist duties and diagnostic testing independently as required by work site.
- Maintain inventory for supplies needed in the Cardiac Diagnostic Unit. Identify diagnostic stress lab needs, manages appropriate level of supplies and monitors equipment maintenance. Access the stress testing environment and make recommendations to ensure optimal patient comfort, safety and compliance with various regulatory bodies (OSHA, Joint Commission etc,).
JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Education
- Master's degree in Exercise Physiology or Exercise Science. Bachelor's degree plus ACSM-CEP accepted.
Experience
- Level I: Minimum 1 yrs applicable experience, prefer 2
- Level II: Minimum 3 yrs applicable experience (leadership experience preferred).
Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification
- Level I: ACLS required (must obtain within 6 months of hire date); ACSM certification as Exercise Physiologist, Health Fitness instructor, Group Exercise Instructor, or Personal Trainer (must obtain within 6 months of hire date).
- Level II: ACLS required; ACSM certification as Clinical Exercise Physiologist required.
Some roles within our organization may encompass essential job functions requiring distinct physical and/or mental capabilities. Further details and accommodation requests will be addressed by individual hiring departments.
Duke Health Integrated Practice is dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment, fostering a diverse workforce without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
We aspire to build a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our shared achievements rely on a dynamic exchange of ideas, flourishing best when a multitude of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences thrive. Upholding these values is a collective responsibility within our community.
This job description aims to outline representative responsibilities for this title, not an exhaustive account of specific duties. Employees may be assigned job-related tasks beyond those explicitly outlined here.
