Clinical Exercise Physiologist - 141590

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego is seeking an Exercise Physiologist to perform inpatient and outpatient cardiopulmonary exercise stress testing on high-risk patients, including advanced heart failure and adult congenital heart disease, as part of a multidisciplinary team.

The role includes treadmill stress tests, stress echocardiograms, Ambulatory event monitors, and ECGs; requires a Bachelor's in a related field and ACSM CEP within six months, plus BART or BLS at hire.

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

• Perform inpatient and outpatient cardiopulmonary exercise stress testing on high-risk patients.
• Conduct treadmill stress tests and stress echocardiograms.
• Apply ambulatory event monitors and perform electrocardiograms.
• Contribute to research initiatives and sports team screenings.

Skills

CPX testing

Inpatient/outpatient care

Research participation

ECG performance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science/Exercise Physiology

ACSM CEP certification within 6 months

BART or BLS at hire

2 years experience as Exercise Physiologist

Job description

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 9/29/26 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

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).