Exercise Physiologist WWGS, Specialized Paediatrics, BCCH

Exercise Physiologist WWGS, Specialized Paediatrics, Non Invasive Cardiology

BC Children’s Hospital

Vancouver, BC

What you’ll do

• Perform cardiopulmonary exercise testing involving the use of the metabolic cart, treadmill, cycle ergometers or six-minute walk test. Ensure patient safety during exercise testing, respond to complications and modify exercise for cardiopulmonary limitations. In the event of adverse symptoms, discontinue the test immediately.
• Select the appropriate testing protocol based on the data required and patient history. Explain the test and possible side effects to the patient and his/her parent(s).
• Assess patient by means such as interpretation and evaluation of clinical stress and metabolic test data and cardiac investigations e.g. MIBI, ECHO etc. Review patient history including medications with the physicians to determine potential risks with testing.
• Provide interpretation/application of results of exercise stress testing for the patient’s physician, the patient and their family, and other health care professionals.
• Provide exercise prescription such as aerobic and strength exercises and establish progression of exercise training based on initial and on-going patient assessment.
• Design, conduct and supervise exercise sessions such as interval training and graduated return to exercise programs that meet the goals of the individual given the limitations of their cardiopulmonary status. Consult with cardiologist as required.
• Educate patients and their families by developing and providing patient education materials.
• Provide ongoing support for risk factor management by ensuring that an individual’s prescribed exercise program considers and addresses all risk factors.
• Ensure that exercise equipment is maintained through good practices and in cooperation with biomedical engineering and external vendors; make recommendations to the program for replacement or purchase of new equipment and is directly involved in the implementation of new testing equipment.
• Maintain effective communication with members of the patient care team through communication with RNs, cardiologists, occupational therapist, etc. or through communication with various specialists or family doctors as required. Participate in information sharing through rounds. Provide in-services and meets with the various departments that are running the tests such as ECG or Respiratory Therapy to ensure that quality testing is being performed.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings regarding planning and implementation of patient care, provides input on patient care pathways, clinic flow and opportunities for improved efficiency.
• Maintain statistical data for facility and government reporting including the number of patients seen and time.
• Maintain and update knowledge of clinical practice by methods such as reviewing relevant literature, consulting with other clinic and interdisciplinary staff, evaluating clinical practice and participating in professional development and revision of standards to improve care through new practices.
• Participate in clinical research in collaboration with other team members. Participate in the research design and data collection for research studies within Children’s Heart Centre and supervise participants to ensure patient safety and adherence to research protocol.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

What you bring

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in exercise physiology or a related health science plus two (2) years of recent related pediatric experience as a clinical exercise physiologist in a tertiary care cardiac centre, including practical clinical experience with metabolic/VO2 testing and interpretation or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Eligible for certification with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) as an exercise specialist and eligible for registration with the Canadian Association of Cardiac Rehabilitation (CACR).
• CPR Training – Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) – Level I.

Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of 12 lead ECG interpretation, arrhythmia interpretation.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with patients, families, team members and the community.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to teach.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities of settler colonialism on Indigenous Peoples and familiarity with addressing Indigenous-specific anti-racism, anti-racism and Indigenous Cultural Safety and foundational documents and legislative commitments (The Declaration Act, the Declaration Action Plan, TRC, IPS, Remembering Keegan, etc.).

What we bring

Every PHSA employee enables the best possible patient care for our patients and their families. Whether you are providing direct care, conducting research, or making it possible for others to do their work, you impact the lives of British Columbians today and in the future. That’s why we’re focused on your care too – offering health, wellness, development programs to support you – at work and at home.

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including 2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

Job Type: Temporary, Full-Time (until May 19 th , 2025)
Salary Range: $37.89 – $47.31/hour

Location: 4500 Oak Street, Vancouver BC, V6H 2N9
Hours of Work: Monday – Friday, 0800 – 1600
Requisition # 174948E

What we do

BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH) provides care for the most seriously ill or injured children and youth from across British Columbia.

BCCH is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

The Provincial Health Services Authority ( PHSA ) plans, manages and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.

Learn more about PHSA and our programs: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA and BCCH is committed to equity in our hiring and employment practices. With learning and compassion, we are addressing existing inequities and barriers throughout our systems. PHSA is seeking to create a diverse workforce and to establish an inclusive and culturally safe environment. We invite applications and enquiries from all people, particularly those belonging to the historically, systemically, and/or persistently marginalized groups identified under the B.C. Human Rights Code.

One of PHSA’s North Star priorities is to eradicate Indigenous-specific racism, which includes dismantling barriers to health care employment at every level. We welcome Indigenous individuals to apply and/or contact the Sanya’kula Team (Indigenous Recruitment & Employee Experience) for support at indigenous.employment@phsa.ca .

Indigenous-specific anti-racism initiatives are rooted in addressing the unique forms of discrimination, historical and ongoing injustices, and marginalization faced by Indigenous peoples. These initiatives align with an Indigenous rights-based approach, recognizing the inherent rights and self-determination of Indigenous communities. PHSA must uphold legislative obligations and provincial commitments found in the foundational documents such as including Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action (2015), In Plain Sight (2020), BC’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019), United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Reclaiming Power and Place Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls Calls for Justice (2019), the Declaration Act Action Plan and Remembering Keegan: A First Nations Case Study.

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