Clinical Exercise Physiologist

Indiana University Health System; Tipton (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

PTO program

401k match

Job summary

IU Health Tipton Hospital is seeking a part-time Clinical Exercise Physiologist to design and oversee physician-ordered exercise and lifestyle programs for cardiovascular and pulmonary patients. The role requires a Master's in Clinical Exercise Physiology or related field, 1–2 years in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, and strong ECG interpretation skills.

ACSM-CEP or AACVPR CCRP credentials are preferred, along with BLS and ACLS within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology or related field is required.
• 1-2 years of experience in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation.
• ACSM CEP and/or AACVPR CCRP credentials strongly preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the AHA.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 6 months of hire.
• Strong ECG interpretation skills and advanced knowledge of exercise physiology in clinical populations.

Responsibilities

• Designs, implements, and oversees physician-ordered exercise and lifestyle programs for patients with cardiovascular, pulmonary, and other chronic conditions.
• Provides expert leadership in all phases of cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, ensuring safe, evidence-based care across the continuum.
• Assesses patient needs and prescribes individualized exercise plans.
• Instructs and demonstrates safe techniques for individuals and groups.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to align care strategies.
• Mentors Exercise Science staff and students.
• Supports research, community outreach, and graded exercise testing.
• Serves as a clinical leader and educator, advancing best practices in rehabilitation and chronic disease management.

Skills

ECG interpretation

Exercise physiology

Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation

Clinical leadership

Education

Master's Degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology or related field

Job description

IU Health is looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

Location: Tipton Hospital

Shift: Part-time (3 days/week, 8-hour shifts)

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology or related field is required.
• Requires 1-2 years of experience in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation.
• ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-CEP) and/or AACVPR CCRP credential strongly is preferred.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Requires Advanced Cardiac Life Support through the AHA within 6 months of hire.
• Requires strong ECG interpretation skills and advanced knowledge of exercise physiology in clinical populations.

Roles and Responsibilities

Designs, implements, and oversees physician-ordered exercise and lifestyle programs for patients with cardiovascular, pulmonary, and other chronic conditions. Provides expert leadership in all phases of cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, ensuring safe, evidence-based care across the continuum. Assesses patient needs and prescribes individualized exercise plans. Instructs and demonstrates safe techniques for individuals and groups. Monitors progress through documented care plans and performance metrics. Educates patients and caregivers on nutrition, risk factors, and behavior change. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to align care strategies. Mentors Exercise Science staff and students. Supports research, community outreach, and graded exercise testing. Serves as a clinical leader and educator, advancing best practices in rehabilitation and chronic disease management.

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