Organization:PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation SCD
Position Overview:Play a key role in supporting patients through therapeutic and cardiac rehabilitation programs, ensuring safety through thorough assessment and real-time monitoring. Partner with cardiology and care teams to design and adjust individualized exercise plans based on each patient's condition and goals.
Independently lead rehab sessions, monitoring vital signs and cardiac rhythms, and responding quickly to ensure safe, effective outcomes. Promote a safe environment, ensure proper equipment use, and maintain clear documentation and care coordination to support high-quality, patient-centered care.
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).
Strongly Preferred Skills- Proficiency in 12-Lead ECG interpretation
- Experience performing and monitoring cardiac stress testing
- Strong competency in EKG analysis and rhythm interpretation
- Hands-on experience with exercise stress testing protocols in a clinical or cardiology setting
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:Department, PAMF Cardiology: ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support
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:Monday - Friday
Weekend Requirements:None
Benefits:Yes
Unions:No
Position Status:Non-Exempt
Weekly Hours:40
Employee Status:Regular
Pay Range is $50.16 to $62.69 / hour
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers 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.
