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Exercise Physiology

The Exercise Physiologist develops individualized fitness plans for patients based on identified fitness goals and capabilities; conducts and assesses fitness tests to inform exercise plans; monitors and evaluates patient progress; partners with researchers to develop exercise related research studies; designs fitness classes and training sessions in both individual and group settings.

• Meet with patients to assess exercise capabilities through questionnaires and physical function tests; evaluate current treatment plan and adjust as needed; prescribe a customized exercise plan to increase physical fitness, strength, endurance, and flexibility and to address health care needs
• Design an appropriate exercise program based on assessment findings; provide instructions and demonstrate movements and techniques
• Educate patients on the rationale for their prescribed program as well as subsequent health benefits
• Provide frequent follow-ups with patients to track progress, provide consultation, and adjust plan as necessary
• Build collaborative relationships with physicians, nurses, surgeons, and clinical researchers
• Design and deliver group fitness classes, workshops, and group or individual training sessions
• Assist researchers with the development of new study protocols; partner with researchers to develop and conduct exercise related research studies
• Maintain and manage files on patients including assessment results, questionnaires, medical records, and program logs
• Apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology to exercise program methods; integrate novel techniques and research- based practices into program design

Level:

– Senior Professional

Base Description:

– Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates advanced knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field. Works independently on moderately complex work assignments under limited oversight, reviews progress, and evaluates results. Monitors work and projects ensuring timeliness, quality, and efficiency. Identifies and mobilizes resources to achieve outcomes. Trains others and reviews progress with management. Presents ideas, concepts, and instructions in a clear and persuasive manner. Develops new techniques, concepts, and approaches and applies them to moderately complex and strategic and/or operational issues.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– Indirect supervisor for other full–time employees
– May serve as direct supervisor for part–time, student, and/or temporary workers, volunteers, or a full–time employee

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– May validate and pay invoices
– Monitors and tracks budgets and funding

Problem Solving:

– Encounters moderately complex problems
– Applies specialized knowledge and skills to resolve problems
– Understands benefits, limitations, and impact of potential solutions

Independence of Action:

– Works independently on moderately complex work assignments, reviews progress, and evaluates results
– May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines established by supervisor
– May review the work of others to verify accuracy and conformance to required procedures and special instructions

Communication and Collaboration:

– Communicates internally within working unit and the University
– Communicates with external audiences for scheduling/coordination
– May communicate with external audiences for business purposes
– Coaches others in using appropriate strategies for resolving conflict; negotiating reasonable compromises; and proposing and evaluating possible solutions
– Give candid and constructive feedback to others to influence and persuade managers and employees to accept and implement findings and recommendations

• Comp Grade – 7
• Minimum – $46,400.00
• MidPoint – $56,800.00
• Maximum – $67,300.00