Cardiac Exercise Physiologist — Stress Test Specialist

Virginia Heart; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No nights weekends holidays

Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Short-Term Disability

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Merit-Based increases

Career Advancement Opportunities

Employee Referral Bonuses

Employee Discount Programs

Job summary

Virginia Heart in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Cardiac Technician – Exercise Physiologist to support stressed patients and perform ECGs and stress testing under physician supervision. The role emphasizes accurate chart prep, vital signs, and data entry into the EMR, with patient education as a key component.

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology or related field and have strong ECG interpretation skills. BLS is required; ACLS is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or related major.
• Strong 12-lead ECG interpretation skills and stress testing training.
• BLS required; ACLS preferred; experience in a clinical setting helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with patient visits, including chart prep and vital signs.
• Perform ECGs and manage holter/event monitors under supervision.
• Conduct stress testing under physician supervision and enter data into EMR.
• Educate patients and support medication list review and refills.

Skills

ECG interpretation

Stress testing

Patient care

Vital signs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology

Paramedic background

Tools

EMR software

ECG equipment

Job description

Virginia Heart in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Cardiac Technician – Exercise Physiologist to support stressed patients and perform ECGs and stress testing under physician supervision. The role emphasizes accurate chart prep, vital signs, and data entry into the EMR, with patient education as a key component.

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology or related field and have strong ECG interpretation skills. BLS is required; ACLS is preferred.