Clinical Exercise Physiologist - 141590

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health seeks a Clinical Exercise Physiologist to conduct inpatient and outpatient cardiopulmonary exercise testing across high-risk populations, including advanced heart failure and adult congenital heart disease. You will perform treadmill tests and stress echocardiograms to help risk-stratify patients for therapies and surgeries.

Eligible candidates will have a Bachelor's in Exercise Science/Physiology, and must obtain ACSM CEP within six months, with BART/BLS at hire and within

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, or related field.
• Must obtain ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist certification within six months of hire.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within 6 months of hire date.
• Two (2) years of previous related knowledge and/or experience as an Exercise Physiologist.

Responsibilities

• Performs inpatient and outpatient cardiopulmonary exercise stress testing on special patient populations.
• Performs treadmill stress tests and stress echocardiograms on high-risk patients.
• Contributes to research initiatives and sports team screenings.

Skills

ACSM CEP (cert within 6 months)

2 years related experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science/Exercise Physiology

Job description

Payroll Title

HOSP LAB TCHN 3

Department

ELECTROCARDIOLOGY

Hiring Pay Scale

$41.86 - $52.08 / Hour

Worksite

Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center

Appointment Type

Career

Appointment Percent

60%

Union

EX Contract

Total Openings

1

Work Schedule

Days, 8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday

#141590 Clinical Exercise Physiologist

Filing Deadline

Tue 11/17/2026

Description

Performs assigned duties independently under general supervision. Responsible for conducting inpatient and outpatient cardiopulmonary exercise stress testing on special patient populations including advanced heart failure and adult congenital heart disease. Performs treadmill stress tests and stress echocardiograms on high risk patients, such as hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathies and valvular pathologies to risk stratify for therapeutic/surgical interventions. Contributes to research initiatives and sports teams screenings. Applies ambulatory event monitors and performs electrocardiograms. Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, or related field.
• Must obtain ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist certification within six months of hire.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART w/in 6 months of hire date.
• Two (2) years of previous related knowledge and/or experience as an Exercise Physiologist.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-CEP).
• Cardiac rehab experience or Intensive Cardiac Rehab (ICR).
• Experience in an acute care/hospital setting.
• Experience with chronic/acute cardiovascular and pulmonary disease populations.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various shifts, weekends and holidays, as needed.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $87,404 - $108,743 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $41.86 - $52.08

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

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Misconduct Disclosure Requirement

• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace