Exercise Physiologist, Cardiovascular, (Novato), Full-Time, Days

ABOUT MARINHEALTH
Are you looking for a place where you are empowered to bring innovation to reality Join MarinHealth an integrated independent healthcare system with deep roots throughout the North Bay. With a world-class physician and clinical team an affiliation with UCSF Health an ever-expanding network of clinics and a new state-of-the-art hospital MarinHealth is growing quickly. MarinHealth comprises MarinHealth Medical Center a 327-bed hospital in Greenbrae and 55 primary care and specialty clinics in Marin Sonoma and Napa Counties. We attract healthcares most talented trailblazers who appreciate having the best of both worlds: the pioneering medicine of an academic medical center combined with an independent hospitals personalized caring touch.

MarinHealth is already realizing the benefits of impressive growth and has consistently earned high praise and accolades including being Named One of the Top 250 Hospitals Nationwide by Healthgrades receiving a 5-star Ranking for Overall Hospital Quality from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and being named the Best Hospital in San Francisco/Marin by Bay Area Parent among others.

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Pay Range:
$32.69 - $40.87 - $50.48

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Assess fitness levels and determines appropriate exercise modalities; consults with Cardiologist as required to perform appropriate tests.
• Applies exercise science to perform stress test procedures as ordered by the Cardiologists and/or referring MDs.
• Performs VO2max testing that may include body composition analysis
• Upon request may lead exercise classes for the Phase II/Phase III Cardiac Rehab Ornish programs; ensures safe use of exercise equipment and body mechanics and develops exercise prescription based on stress test results.
• Educates patients on cardiovascular disease risk factors.
• Monitors patient heart rhythms and notifies Cardiologist of arrhythmias or symptoms during stress test and/or exercise classes.
• Monitors blood sugars pre and post-exercise for patients with diabetes type 1 and type 2 per protocol.
• Assures cleanliness and proper functioning of all exercise equipment
• Participates in referral and enrollment process/department policy.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor of Science degree in exercise science or related field required
• Masters degree in exercise science or related field preferred
• Certification with American College of Sports Medicine preferred

License & Certifications:

• BLS Certification (American Heart Association) required.
• ACLS Certification (American Heart Association) required.

Experience:

• Experience in exercise program planning supervision and risk factor modification education with cardiovascular rehabilitation patients.
• One to three years experience preferred.

Reasonable accommodation(s) to qualified individuals with disabilities are available as part of the application step. If an accommodation is needed please contact Human Resources at or email to initiate the process.

MarinHealth is a diverse community of people with many different talents. We seek candidates whose work experience has prepared them to contribute to our professional C.A.R.E.S standards (Communication Accountability Respect Excellence and Safety) . These behavioral standards help us create a healing environment for patients and colleagues alike. By committing to them and holding ourselves accountable we can build trust and ensure clear communication.

At MarinHealth our top priority is the well-being of our employees patients and community. As such we require all employees to receive necessary immunizations including the measles mumps varicella and seasonal flu vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter. Additionally the continued recommendation to obtain a COVID booster vaccination status. We understand that some individuals may require medical or religious exemptions from these requirements and we remain committed to prioritizing the health and safety of all. Thank you for helping us in our efforts to maintain a healthy and safe environment.

The compensation for this role listed on this posting is in compliance with applicable law. The selected candidates compensation will be determined based on the individuals skills experience internal/market equity factors and qualifications. This posted minimum and maximum range represents the minimum and maximum of what we reasonably expect to compensate for the position. Furthermore all compensation decisions are ultimately determined in accordance with our compensation philosophy. Compensation for positions covered by collective bargaining agreements are governed by the agreements in the aforementioned document.