Exercise Science Jobs in Rome, GA (NOW HIRING)

PRN as needed (weekends, holidays, vacations, covering shifts as census needs it)

Pay Range:

Major Responsibilities

• Must be able todemonstrateknowledge and skills necessary to provide careappropriate tothe age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.
• Effective time management is a fundamental requirementforthis role. The incumbent mustutilizeassigned time and resources in a manner that ensures the accomplishment of departmentalobjectives,demonstratethe ability to prioritize tasks and reorganize workload in response to urgent or increased demands, and aid colleagues during periods of fluctuating census.
• Proficiencyin multitasking anddiscernment of when to requestsupportisessential.
• Strong problem-solving abilities are expected, as the individual willbe responsible foractingwhenminor issues arise.
• Excellent organizational skills arerequired, including the management of supply ordering, receiving, and stocking; organizing,maintaining, cleaning, and storing equipment; and theappropriate managementof patient documentation (excluding the creation of patient care records).
• The role also demands caution and judgment when transporting patients, as well as effective communication with therapists, physicians, interdisciplinary team members, patients, and families in a mannerappropriate tothe population served.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education

• Graduation from an accredited school or college withBachelorof Science in exercise science, exercise physiology or kinesiology,required.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a hospital environment.
• Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.
• Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.
• Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
• Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.
• Requiressome exposureto communicable diseases or body fluids.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

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Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, andShort- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.