Exercise Physiologist

Emory Healthcare•Atlanta, GA

10d•$28 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

The Exercise Physiologist works at Emory Executive Health Center, which provides personalized, comprehensive preventive healthcare and advanced screening in a concierge-style environment. The role evaluates patients and develops individualized exercise prescriptions, monitors exercise sessions and physiologic responses, and provides instruction on safe and effective exercise. The Exercise Physiologist also communicates with participants, families, physicians, and staff; supports education, training, and quality improvement; and helps coordinate exercise equipment cleaning, calibration, and maintenance. Some travel between supporting Operating Units may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in exercise science, exercise physiology, or kinesiology.
At least two years of experience in cardiac rehabilitation; internship experience may count.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification, or completion within one year of employment.
Strong interpersonal communication, conflict resolution, and adult teaching/education skills.
Understanding of and support for best practices based on ACSM, AACVPR, and AHA guidelines.

Nice To Haves

CPET experience.
Master’s degree in Exercise Science (MS, MA, or MEd).
Exercise Specialist certification or ACSM certification.

Responsibilities

Evaluate participants at entry, follow-up, exit, and annual reviews to formulate individualized exercise prescriptions.
Observe and assess patients’ responses to exercise and collaborate with staff on the appropriateness of exercise prescriptions.
Monitor daily exercise sessions, evaluate physiologic responses, and teach safe and effective exercise techniques.
Recognize and interpret EKG abnormalities and arrhythmias.
Organize and lead group exercise classes focused on cardiac risk factor education.
Follow policies for progressing or terminating exercise sessions; report abnormal responses and seek consultation when needed.
Communicate verbally and in writing with participants, families, and physicians.
Educate participants using national guidelines, including ACSM, AACVPR, AHA, and SJHA guidelines.
Participate in staff orientation and oversee training of exercise physiologists, students, and interns.
Share field insights and assist with planning program components such as cardiovascular exercise, strength, and education.
Coordinate with departmental and hospital staff to support operational efficiency.
Participate in departmental quality improvement processes.
Coordinate cleaning and quarterly calibration of exercise equipment.
Manage maintenance and orientation for strength training equipment.
Perform other related duties as required.
Travel between supporting Operating Units when required.