Clinical Exercise Specialist - Adult Cardiology - PRN at OU Health

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Exercise Testing, Patient Monitoring, Data Analysis, Cardiopulmonary Function Testing, EKG Recording, Exercise Physiology, Patient Education, Quality Assurance, Technical Aptitude, Communication Skills, Problem-Solving Skills, Teamwork, Flexibility, Attention to Detail, Anatomy Knowledge, Cardiac Rhythm Knowledge

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Position Title: Clinical Exercise Specialist - Adult Cardiology - PRN Department: EKG Lab/IED Clinic Job Description: General Description: The Clinical Exercise Specialist position will perform Clinical Exercise Testing within OU Health, including various professional and administrative duties related to cardiopulmonary stress testing. This includes but not limited to patient preparation, administration of exercise stress tests/echoes on a variety of cardiac patients in the adult population. Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. Collaborates with department manager, physicians, staff, patients and family to develop and implement a coordinated plan of care. Performs basic to advanced-level cardiopulmonary function test administration, systems operation, patient monitoring, data analysis, and reporting in accordance with established practice standards and guidelines (e.g., American Heart Association (AHA), American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), American Society of Exercise Physiologists (ASEP), physician protocols, manufacturer guidelines, etc.). Types of testing performed includes, but is not limited to: non-invasive measurement of cardiac output and anaerobic capacity; measurement of O2 Sat, V02, VCO2, RER; baseline and pre/post-exercise spirometry; EKG recording, monitoring and analysis; and blood pressure recording, monitoring and analysis. Ensures data is documented and maintained per department policy. Analyses, interprets and reports the data collected during testing. Communicates preliminary test results and critical findings to the ordering physician and other members of the care team in accordance with prescribed policy. Provides individualized education and exercise plans specific to the condition and functional capacity of the patient. Performs routine quality inspections and calibrations of exercise lab equipment including, but not limited to: Stress exercise system, pulmonary function testing system, metabolic cart, bicycle ergometer and treadmill, blood pressure monitor, and pulse oximeter. Assists with coordinating routine and periodic maintenance/support services with manufacturer and third party vendor sources. Assists in developing and maintaining department policies, procedures, growth strategies, supply and equipment inventories, and charge-master for billing lab services. Assists with the review and updating of protocols and standards of care based on current research and evidence-based practice guidelines. Collaborates with colleagues to review and update patient and staff education programs and materials. Participates in departmental, staff and committee meetings Contributes to successful achievement and maintenance of local, state, and national accrediting or regulatory body requirements, guidelines and/or practice standards. Recommends and implements improvements in workflow and care delivery processes. Promotes and participates in education, staff development, quality improvement and research initiatives. Assists with patient prep for conducting maximal graded exercise testing on pediatrics and adults with congenital heart diseases in a clinical setting. (Verifying and entering patient info, attaining height/weight, reviewing current medications, applying electrodes and connecting patient to 12 lead EKG, etc.) Obtains resting and exercise Electrocardiograms (EKG). Exercise testing equipment calibration. Performs 12 lead Electrocardiography (EKG) recognition. Assists with VO2/Metabolic testing, Stress Echo’s, 6 minute walk tests (6MWT) and Pre/Post Spirometry testing (PFT). Assists with data entry and analysis for preliminary reports for physicians and/or research projects as necessary. Assists with daily quality checks on equipment and cleaning of metabolic testing items. General Responsibilities: Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science/Physiology, Kinesiology, or other allied health related field of study. Experience: None required. Prior experience with exercise testing and working in cardiology setting preferred License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire. ACLS (American Heart Association) required within 6 months of hire. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Exhibit good communication and interpersonal skills with people from every socioeconomic, cultural and educational background. Perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure. Work independently, accept responsibility for the direction, control and planning of one’s own work. Recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality. Convey empathy and compassion to those experiencing pain, physical or emotional distress and/or grief. Relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation. Exhibit flexibility and cope effectively in an ever-changing, fast-paced healthcare environment. Perform effectively when confronted with emergency, critical or unusual situations. Maintain a customer focus and strive to satisfy the customers perceived needs. Knowledge of simple to complex anatomy and physiology in patients with normal cardiac or congenital cardiac anomalies. Knowledge of simple to complex cardiac rhythms and their morphology. Knowledge of the various device types and techniques utilize to diagnose and treat abnormal cardiac rhythms and cardiopulmonary abnormalities. Strong technical aptitude with the ability to understand, communicate and train others in the use of complex medical hardware and software as it pertains to exercise physiology and diverse disease states. Skill in computers and operating complex electrical devices for managing, monitoring, recording and reporting cardiopulmonary and exercise physiology data. Skilled in manipulating accurate records and a demonstrated affinity for attention to detail. Skilled in maintaining performance improvement and quality assurance initiatives. Ability to demonstrate exceptional clinical and non-clinical critical-thinking and/or problem-solving skills. Ability to consistently achieve or excel at demonstrating the critical behaviors, performance standards, and technical competencies defined by the organization for a role as a clinical exercise specialist. Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions. Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

The Clinical Exercise Specialist will perform clinical exercise testing and related duties, including patient preparation and administration of exercise stress tests on cardiac patients. They will collaborate with healthcare teams to develop care plans and ensure data is documented and reported accurately.