Per Diem Exercise Physiologist
Apply locations Miami, FL time type Part time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R100072595
The University of Miami UHealth System, Department of Executive Medicine, has an exciting opportunity for a Per Diem Exercise Physiologist to work at UHealth Palm Beach. The incumbent analyzes patient's fitness in order to help them improve their health and reach fitness goals and objectives. More specifically, this position uses evaluation tools to design a fitness plan that will meet the patient’s needs, including building endurance and strength and increasing flexibility.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
- Administers exercise stress tests in healthy and unhealthy populations. Evaluates a person’s overall health, with special attention to cardiovascular function and metabolism.
- Develops individualized exercise prescriptions to increase physical fitness.
- Designs customized exercise programs to meet healthcare needs and athletic performance goals.
- Helps patients recover from chronic diseases and improve body composition.
- Plans and executes effective strength and conditioning protocols.
- Evaluates the effects of physical training protocols.
- Guides patients on physical conditioning and injury prevention.
- Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
DEPARTMENT ADDENDUM
Department Specific Functions
Complete Exercise Assessment component of Executive and Premier physicals Resting EKGs Process Muse data Must be willing to travel/float between sites
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
Certification and Licensing:
ACSM Certification
ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist preferred
Experience:
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.
Job Status: Part time
Employee Type: Temporary-Intermittent
Pay Grade: H7
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