Cardiac Exercise Physiologist

At Legacy Health, we are looking for a motivated and passionate Cardiac Exercise Physiologist to join our team and provide patient-centered care in our Cardiac Rehabilitation program. The ideal candidate for this position will possess the necessary qualifications and experience to make a positive impact on our program while providing excellent patient care.We seek an individual who is a compassionate healthcare professional, with strong interpersonal skills and the enthusiasm to help others improve their health. The successful candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, or a related field, as well as certification from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) or the American Society of Exercise Physiologists (ASEP). Advanced certification as an Exercise Specialist (ACSM-ES) or as an Exercise Physiologist (ASEP-EP) is highly desirable. In addition, the candidate should have a minimum of two years of experience in a cardiac rehabilitation and/or exercise physiology setting.

Responsibilities for a Cardiac Exercise Physiologist:

1. Provide patient-centered care in the Cardiac Rehabilitation program.
2. Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the enthusiasm to help others improve their health.
3. Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, or a related field, as well as certification from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) or the American Society of Exercise Physiologists (ASEP).
4. Possess advanced certification as an Exercise Specialist (ACSM-ES) or as an Exercise Physiologist (ASEP-EP).
5. Have a minimum of two years of experience in a cardiac rehabilitation and/or exercise physiology setting.
6. Develop and implement exercise plans and programs tailored to meet the individual needs of patients.
7. Monitor patients' heart rates, blood pressures, and other relevant indicators during exercise.
8. Ensure the safety of patients during exercise and activities.
9. Educate patients on exercise-related topics, such as nutrition, weight management, and lifestyle modifications.
10. Communicate effectively with other healthcare team members to ensure quality patient care.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Cardiac Exercise Physiologist in Vancouver, WA, USA is $41,000 to $90,000 per year. This range is based on the experience, certifications, and qualifications of the individual.

Legacy Health is a non-profit hospital system located in Portland, Oregon, United States. It consists of six primary-care hospitals, a children's hospital, and allied clinics and outpatient facilities. The system employs about 14,000 staff members, and is the second-largest system in the Portland metro area, after the Providence Health System.