Cardio Rehab Cardiology Dept Supervisor

1.0 FTE - Day Shift

Starting Pay - $32.04 to $40.05 (based on experience)

Offers for external candidates are generally made between the minimum and midpoint of the range, based on experience.

At Olmsted Medical Center, we value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. To keep up with the evolving trends, Olmsted Medical Center offers the following for employees who are employed at a 0.5 FTE or higher.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employer Paid Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• Adoption Assistance Plan

Qualifications:

• BS Exercise Physiologist with CEP (clinical exercise physiologist) certification by ACSM, mastery of AACVPR Core competencies with knowledge of exercise physiology, nutrition, risk factor modification, counseling techniques, and behavioral change techniques
• Health-related care discipline with licensure (registered RN or PT or master's BS in health-related field with CEP certification)
• Preferred 3 years minimum clinical experience in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and stress testing
• Current BLS (First Aid & CPR) and ACLS (advanced cardiac life support) certification or must attain within 90 days of employment
• Knowledge in exercise stress testing, EKG analysis, prevention and education of heart disease and pulmonary disease, and exercise prescription for clinical patients preferred
• Strong written and verbal skills with ability to read and communicate effectively in English
• Strong interpersonal and critical thinking skills
• Basic computer knowledge

Administrative Job Responsibilities Include but are not Limited to:

• Maintains proficiency with computer systems needed to properly perform the requirements of this position.
• Maintains patient information confidentiality.
• Maintains a cohesive and safe working environment.
• Responsible for overall supervision of Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation (CRPR) program and Cardiology Department including review of outcome measures and meetings with medical directors.
• Ensures accreditation is properly completed withing CRPR as well as ECHO laboratory.
• Acts as a clinical resource for staff on policy/procedures, assists in monitoring compliance, and creation of new procedures specific to CRPR and Cardiology services.
• Coordinates staffing coverage for absences for current CRPR and Cardiology staff.
• Reviews and approves timecards to reflect current schedule of staffing.
• Oversees supervision of CRPR and Cardiology staff (discipline/counseling staff).
• Intercedes with patient complaints, and works with manager on process improvement plans, including discipline as needed.
• Oversees day-to-day operations of CRPR and Cardiology operations and service lines.
• Coordinates development of new service lines based on AACVPR and ACSM guidelines and protocols.
• Facilitates and maintains external volunteer opportunities with community groups supporting the patients enrolled in the cardiopulmonary program as a representative of Olmsted Medical Center.
• Communicates volunteer opportunities within the community for staff.
• Coordinates annual attendance to AACVPR or ACSM by a member of the Cardiopulmonary Rehab staff, when appropriate.
• Coordinates staff competencies specific to program according to AACVPR certification guidelines.
• Manages yearly staff reviews according to department and organization competencies.
• Works collaboratively with manager to facilitate department and capital budget requests and significant changes in program
• Updates current staffing on billing changes required by organization.
• Coordinates hiring process for new staff in Cardiopulmonary Program collaboratively with Human Resources. Completes screening for applicants and interviewing process.
• Organizes training for new employees including competency completion.
• Mentors peers through hands-on educational training, review of protocols, etc.
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to coworkers, clinicians, staff, and administrative staff.
• Participates in the departmental and/or organizational quality improvement process.
• Participates in all Infection Control, departmental equipment, organizational safety, and fire safety training programs.
• Maintains records pertinent to personnel and operation of the department.
• Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized, and function under stressful situation.
• Maintains a good working relationship both within the departments and interdepartmentally.
• Consults other departments as appropriate to collaborate in patient care and performance improvement activities.
• Adheres to dress code - appearance is neat and clean.
• Reports to work on time and as scheduled; completes work within designated time.
• Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
• Participates in internal and external education and/or marketing of rehabilitation services as well as specifically CRPR and Cardiology marketing annually.

Clinical Job Responsibilities Include but are not Limited to:

• Properly assesses patient's vital signs and symptoms during exercise.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs of patients and families.
• Interacts professionally with the patient/family and involves the patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
• Observes and evaluates exercise treatment effect of program and recommends change to the clinician and/or referring provider as needed.
• Charges patients accurately and timely in compliance with departmental policy and in compliance with specifications outlined in the annual CPT publication (current procedural terminology).
• Demonstrates knowledge of exercise physiology, exercise stress testing, exercise prescription, monitor interpretation, and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation.
• Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.
• Maintains department cleanliness and safety.
• Maintains continuing education requirements.
• Keeps current in exercise physiology interventions by reading scientific journals and research articles and attends continuing education courses.
• Other duties as assigned.