About the Organization Beaufort Memorial, a not-for-profit hospital founded in 1944 on the banks of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, is licensed for 201 beds (169 acute, 14 rehabilitation and 18 mental health). We are an acute-care hospital, a regional referral center and the largest medical facility between Savannah, Ga., and Charleston, S.C.Fully accredited by The Joint Commission, Beaufort Memorial boasts a dedicated, high-quality medical staff of nearly 230 board-certified or board-eligible providers.Our mission is to enhance the quality of life in the Lowcountry through improved health, innovative partnerships and superior care. Position Clinical Exercise Physiologist Location Beaufort Memorial Hospital Full-Time/Part-Time PRN Shift Various Shifts Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Description The Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) has the primary role of daily coordination of care delivery for patients undergoing cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation, PVD Rehabilitation, and High Risk clients in the Wellness Center. The CEP serves as the designated resource for staff, patients, physicians, payors, and other departments for those clients transitioning from a clinical program into the general Wellness Program. The CEP participates as a member of a strong interdisciplinary team in the overall functioning of the department. In the role of case manager the CEP's primary responsibility is to determine the goals for functional improvement and reduction of cardiovascular, pulmonary, and diabetes disease risk factors and to manage the patient's progress toward these goals. The CEP is responsible for directing daily operations of cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation, including all clinical and business elements of operations. The CEP works closely with Director of LifeFit Wellness Services to determine direction for program development and oversee process improvement.Position Requirements Education:
- Minimum B.S. in Exercise Science, or Health/Wellness-related field.
- Preferred M.S. in Exercise Physiology
Experience:
- 2 years in a health-related field of employment.
- Preferred experience in an acute setting, with outpatient clinical experience.
- Consideration given for experience and education.
- Experience in lifestyle modification education, clinical exposure to cardiac, pulmonary, and diabetes populations is an advantage.
- Ability to lead, develop and articulate vision is preferred.
Certifications/Licenses:
- BLS certification required prior to first clinical shift (must be issued by the American Heart Association).
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred
- American College of Sports Medicine Exercise Specialist Certification (ASCM-CEP) or Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional (CCRP) preferred
EOE Statement Beaufort Memorial Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. This position is currently accepting applications.