Cardiac Rehab Exercise Physiologist

Stanford Health Care; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Health Care - ValleyCare is seeking an Exercise Physiologist to independently assess patients and lead cardiac rehabilitation and supervised exercise conditioning programs. You will initialize evaluations, develop personalized plans, and deliver safe, evidence-based exercise prescriptions.

The role requires knowledge of cardiac disease management, ECG/hemodynamic responses, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology or equivalent; Master preferred.
• Minimum of one year in cardiac rehabilitation or two years in a fitness facility with high risk patients.
• ACLS desirable; American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Exercise Specialist or EP-C certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts initial evaluations to assess patient ability and readiness for Cardiac Rehab.
• Develops individual treatment plans with goals and timelines and communicates this to patient and physician.
• Prepares and executes personalized exercise prescriptions.
• Recognizes dangerous cardiac arrhythmias and takes appropriate action.
• Completes discharge summaries detailing progress and outcomes.
• Participates in team meetings and hospital initiatives.

Skills

Cardiac rehab knowledge

Public relations

English communication

Organization skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology or equivalent

Master of Science preferred

ACSM EP-C certification preferred

Job description

Stanford Health Care - ValleyCare is seeking an Exercise Physiologist to independently assess patients and lead cardiac rehabilitation and supervised exercise conditioning programs. You will initialize evaluations, develop personalized plans, and deliver safe, evidence-based exercise prescriptions.

The role requires knowledge of cardiac disease management, ECG/hemodynamic responses, and strong English communication.