Lehigh Valley Health Network·Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Supervises and oversees inpatient and outpatient stress testing while assessing the cardiovascular and metabolic effects of exercise on patients. Collaborates with physicians and healthcare team members to ensure high-quality diagnostic testing and patient safety.
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Summary Supervises and oversees the performance of inpatient and/or outpatient stress testing or exercise and physical fitness testing in lieu of physician presence. Assesses the cardiovascular and metabolic effects of exercise on the cardiac and/or high-risk patient population. Collaborates with physicians and other health care team members to deliver a high-quality diagnostic test/intervention.
Job Duties
Determines appropriate stress exercise protocol for patient based on medical history, patient evaluation, resting EKG, and indication for test/intervention.
Recognizes indications and contraindications for stress testing/intervention.
Communicates with Physician if questions or discussion regarding stress type ordered, intervention appropriateness or changes in patient condition warrants.
Prepares patient for testing/intervention, including explanation and proof of patient understanding and proper lead placement.
Supervises patient during inpatient and/or outpatient stress testing/intervention (Treadmill Exercise Stress, Nuclear Exercise, Nuclear Pharmacological, Stress Echocardiography, and/or Graded-progressive cardio-pulm exercise) using critical judgment skills and monitor patient for inappropriate responses based on indications for and limitations to stress testing/intervention to achieve a high-quality outcome
Evaluates patient’s anatomy and physiology, hemodynamic, and vital sign response during testing/intervention and detects any abnormal responses including BP and arrhythmia response.
Recognizes end-points for testing and/or end-point for treatment session.
Integrates exercise testing data into documentation for final report interpretation by Physician.
Recognizes appropriateness for physician presence during stress testing/intervention.
Performs holter monitor scan analysis, as needed.
Participates and supports the supervision and onboarding of new employees and student interns.
Provides education on exercise, health and lifestyle modification, as appropriate.
Physical Demands Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
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Address: 2545 Schoenersville Rd
Work Schedule: Per diem; variable location, shift, and hours
1004-06115 MHC Heart Station - Muhl
Requires a Master’s Degree in Exercise Science or Exercise Physiology and active ACLS and BLS certifications. Candidates must possess strong knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and arrhythmia recognition, with the ability to obtain professional certifications within one year.
Market context
Physician openings in Pennsylvania are often driven by ongoing clinical coverage needs and specialty demand, so competition can be strongest for roles that require board eligibility, Pennsylvania licensure or IMLC eligibility, and preferred fellowship or EPIC experience. Benefits and requirements on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the key details faster. If you are considering applying, confirm your licensure path and highlight any EPIC or fellowship experience in your materials.