We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! **Organization:** PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation SCD **Position Overview:** Responsible for assessing the safety of all patients while participating in therapeutic exercise. Monitors appropriate use of equipment. Works with healthcare professionals to design exercise programs to meet special health needs of each patient. Designs personal exercise programs for patients. Works independently with cardiac rehab class participants by monitoring the patients vitals ensuring their responses to exercise are appropriate and be prepared take medical intervention if needed. Communicates effectively with the healthcare professionals through the electronic medical record. **Job Description** : _Conducts cardiac diagnostic testing, including EKG and Cardiac Stress Testing._ _Provides exercise prescription for patients utilizing test data, patient status, and current medication regimen, updates prescription according to patient response._ _Provides patient testing both pre and post rehabilitation including strength, body composition, flexibility, balance and endurance._ _Recognizes contraindications to exercise and abnormal patient responses to exercise and adjusts program as appropriate working under the guidance of a RN or leader._ _Responds appropriately to all situations including exercise cessation and referral to medical professional._ _Able to understand basic lab reports/results and discuss with patient._ _Has good understanding of the pathophysiology of major disease processes._ _Has basic understanding of common medications and their effects on exercise._ **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 + ACLS required **TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:** + EKG/Stress Testing experience preferred + 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:** Per Diem/Casual **Shift Hours:** 8 **Days of the Week:** Monday - Friday **Weekend Requirements:** None **Benefits:** No **Unions:** No **Position Status:** Non-Exempt **Weekly Hours:** 0 **Employee Status:** Per Diem/Casual Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $50.34 to $50.34 / hour _The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package._ _​_