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Cardiovascular Exercise Specialist | Avera Heart Hospital

Avera Health

#Data Entry #Patient Care #Healthcare #Medical Assistant #Cardiovascular #Blood Pressure #EKG #Cardiac Rhythm #Vitals

Quick overview

The Exercise Specialist performs ECG tests on patients while monitoring heart rate, blood pressure, and pain levels during exercise. They are responsible for preparing patients, maintaining equipment, and accurately documenting all stress test data.

Requirements summary

A high school diploma or GED is required, with a bachelor's degree in Exercise Science preferred. Candidates must have completed a CAN or Medical Assistant program and possess 2-3 years of cardiac patient care experience.

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Job description

Location

Sioux
Falls,
SD
Worker
Type:
Regular
Work
Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) At Avera Heart Hospital, you’re not just joining a workplace – you’re becoming part of a family. With more than 700 dedicated employee, we deliver care that truly makes a difference. Our commitment to excellence has earned us the distinction of being one of only a handful of hospitals nationwide – out of more than 4,000 – to achieve a double 5-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Position Highlights

Position Summary

An Exercise Specialist performs electrocardiogram (ECG) tests on patients while they exercise. The technician monitors the patient's heart rate, blood pressure, and pain levels to accumulate data about their heart function.

Responsibilities

Explains procedure to the patient and complete consent form.
Prep skin to obtain good EKG tracing.
Use proper electrode placement and equipment set up.
Obtain manual BP’s and follow the correct stress protocol.
Monitor patients for safety during exercise.
Document ongoing patient vitals during and after the stress test.
Enter all patient data accurately into the stress report.
Maintain ECG equipment and lab. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday. Work Environment: May be required to deal with unpleasant environmental situations resulting from patient care or patient activity. Education/Experience: High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor in Exercise Science preferred Completion of CAN program, Medical Assistant Program or like program required. 2-3 years of cardiac patient care experience with strong knowledge of cardiac rhythms preferred. Licensure/Certification: None Required. At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.