ABOUT OLYMPIC MEDICAL CENTER:
Imagine working on Washington State’s beautiful North Olympic Peninsula where recreational opportunities abound. Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to numerous adventures for outdoor enthusiasts. It's a great place to live, work, play and raise a family.
Bordered by the scenic Olympic National Park, the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Pacific Coast - with Seattle and Victoria, BC just a ferry ride away - you won’t find a better location. You’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits plus an amazing PNW lifestyle – a perfect combination!
FTE:
0%WORK SHIFT
DaysPAY RANGE:
$23.49 - $33.81UNION:
SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS/PREMIUMS:
Weekend & Holiday Shifts: No
On-Call Shifts: No
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Clinical Exercise Physiologist I (CEP) works with patients and clients challenged with cardiovascular, pulmonary, and metabolic diseases and disorders, as well as with healthy populations in cooperation with other healthcare professionals to enhance quality of life, manage health risk, and promote lasting health behavior change. The CEP I participates in and conducts pre-participation health screening, as well as initial exercise assessments for chronic disease. This position performs strength, flexibility, and body composition tests; administers programs designed to enhance aerobic endurance, cardiovascular function, muscular strength and endurance, balance, and range of motion; educates clients about testing, exercise program components, and clinical and lifestyle self-care for control of chronic disease and health conditions; and performs other departmental diagnostics as needed (e.g., ECGs).
EDUCATION
Bachelors of Science degree in Exercise Science or related field required
EXPERIENCE
- Experience in teaching/providing education in exercise, cardiopulmonary programs, or fitness required
- Experience in a hospital or clinical setting in a similar position preferred
LICENSURE/CREDENTIALS
- BLS required within 30 days of hire
- ACLS required within 90 days of hire
- ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist (ACSM EP-C), ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM CEP), and/or ACSM Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist Certification (ACSM RCEP) preferred
BENEFITS INFORMATION:
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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:
Olympic Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please visit www.eeoc.gov.
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science or a related field
- Experience teaching or providing education in exercise, cardiopulmonary programs, or fitness
- Experience in a hospital or clinical setting in a similar position
- Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification within 90 days of hire
- ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist, ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist, and/or ACSM Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist certification
What We Do
Olympic Medical Center is a locally owned and operated healthcare organization serving residents of the North Olympic Peninsula. Its flagship Olympic Memorial Hospital is a 67-bed acute-care facility with a Level III Trauma Center, emergency department, and birth center. Through Olympic Medical Physicians and outpatient services, it provides primary and specialty care, cancer treatment, diagnostics, rehabilitation, diabetes and nutrition services, and home health.
