Exercise Therapist
Intermountain Health
Salt Lake City, UT, 84107, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
Work with multidisciplinary teams at Intermountain Health hospitals and gain hands-on cardiac testing experience. Exercise Therapist — full-time (36 hrs/wk) at Intermountain Health locations in Park City/Riverton/Alta View/Medical Center, UT. Hourly $21.88–$33.77. Permanent role under an Exercise Physiologist, includes submaximal treadmill stress testing, EKG interpretation, patient evaluations, prescribed exercise delivery, documentation, equipment care. - BLS for healthcare providers (required)
- Basic EKG interpretation/arrhythmia detection (or within 6 months of hire)
- Enrolled in or completed Bachelor's in Exercise Physiology/Exercise Science/Kinesiology or related (preferred)
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Job Description:This position, under direction of an Exercise Physiologist, is responsible for quality patient care to all program participants. In addition, assist in electrodiagnostic monitoring and patient evaluations.The Exercise Therapist scope is limited to basic testing, pre-defined exercises, and therapies only.Job EssentialsComplete a general evaluation on new patients to determine therapy/treatment needs and to help determine improvement goals. Where additional health problems or complications are involved the Exercise Therapist refers evaluations to Exercise Physiologist.Administer submaximal treadmill stress tests.Assist patients with prescribed therapeutic exercises.Adapt exercise programs, as appropriate, to help patient meet improvement goals.Accurately interprets EKGs and/or diagnostic tests.Provide basic education to patients on exercise programs, health needs, and risks.Complete appropriate documentation including evaluation reports and discharge summaries.Clean, maintain, and inspect exercise equipment. Report repair/maintenance needs.Coordinate care with other patient care providers, as appropriate, to ensure proper, continuous, and beneficial treatment.Respond appropriately to emergency situations.Completes assignments accurately and on time as directed by Manager/SupervisorReports to work at scheduled timeParticipate in evaluation of current practices, program improvement, and development of new procedures and practices to improve patient care.Enhance knowledge in field of practice and stay up to date on industry trends and changes.Minimum QualificationsBasic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providersBasic EKG interpretation and arrhythmia detection skills (or within 6 months of hire)Preferred QualificationsActively enrolled in a Bachelors program (to be completed in 3-5 years)
at an accredited institution in the fields of Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field (enrollment will be verified), ORBachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Kinesiology,
or a related field from an accredited institution (degree will be verified)Carrying, Hearing/Listening, Lifting, ManualDexterity, Pulling/Pushing, Seeing, Speaking, Squatting/Kneeling.Location:Intermountain Health Alta View Hospital, Intermountain Health Intermountain Medical Center, Intermountain Health Park City Hospital, Intermountain Health Riverton HospitalWork City:Park CityWork State:UtahScheduled Weekly Hours:36The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $21.88 - $33.77We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence ("AI") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI-enhanced recruitment process.All positions subject to close without notice.
at an accredited institution in the fields of Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field (enrollment will be verified), ORBachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Kinesiology,
or a related field from an accredited institution (degree will be verified)Carrying, Hearing/Listening, Lifting, ManualDexterity, Pulling/Pushing, Seeing, Speaking, Squatting/Kneeling.Location:Intermountain Health Alta View Hospital, Intermountain Health Intermountain Medical Center, Intermountain Health Park City Hospital, Intermountain Health Riverton HospitalWork City:Park CityWork State:UtahScheduled Weekly Hours:36The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $21.88 - $33.77We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence ("AI") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI-enhanced recruitment process.All positions subject to close without notice.
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