About this role
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
Organization
PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation PAD
Position Overview
As an Exercise Physiologist, you’ll play an important role in supporting patients through safe, individualized cardiac rehabilitation and therapeutic exercise. You’ll develop personalized exercise programs, monitor vital signs and patient response during cardiac rehab classes, ensure safe use of equipment, and recognize when medical intervention may be needed. You’ll also collaborate closely with the healthcare team to support coordinated care and document patient progress through the electronic medical record.
Job Description
These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development).
EDUCATION
Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
Bachelor's: exercise physiology or related field
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
DEPARTMENT REQUIRED CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE
ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- PAMF Cardiology
- SGMF Cardiology
- SMF Cardiology
TYPICAL EXPERIENCE
2 years recent relevant experience
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
Full Time
Shift Hours
8
Days of the Week
Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Weekend Requirements
None
Benefits
Yes
Unions
No
Position Status
Non-Exempt
Weekly Hours
40
Employee Status
Regular
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $50.15 to $70.21 / hour
The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.