Clinical Exercise Physiologist - CPET & Lab Research

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia's Exercise Physiology Core Lab (EPCL) in Charlottesville is seeking an exercise physiologist to support clinical research, provide fitness testing, and mentor students. The role involves CPETs, supervision of training, data entry, and community outreach, with opportunities to teach and train future clinicians.

The ideal candidate has a degree in exercise physiology (master's preferred), strong communication skills, and is prepared to obtain

Qualifications

• Degree in exercise physiology or related field with ACLS training or willing to obtain within 6 months.
• Experience with CPET testing and supervision of exercise sessions.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform CPETs, body composition testing, and resting metabolism assessments.
• Support stress echo protocols.
• Supervise exercise training sessions.
• Enter and assess research data.
• Help lead seminars and shape student experiences in the lab.
• Maintain testing equipment.

Skills

12-lead ECG interpretation

Exercise telemetry

Exercise prescription

Supervision

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in exercise physiology

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia's Exercise Physiology Core Lab (EPCL) in Charlottesville is seeking an exercise physiologist to support clinical research, provide fitness testing, and mentor students. The role involves CPETs, supervision of training, data entry, and community outreach, with opportunities to teach and train future clinicians.

The ideal candidate has a degree in exercise physiology (master's preferred), strong communication skills, and is prepared to obtain