Clinical Exercise Physiologist I

bannerhealth; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner North Colorado Medical Center in Greeley, Colorado, is seeking a Clinical Exercise Physiologist III to support outpatient cardiac and pulmonary rehab, write progressive exercise prescriptions, and assist with non-invasive stress testing. The role emphasizes pretest education, patient safety, and clear communication with providers and families.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology with 300+ internship hours, BLS certification, and knowledge of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology or related field.
• Minimum internship of 300+ hours in cardiac rehabilitation or equivalent.
• Knowledge of cardiac/pulmonary physiology and ECG interpretation.
• Ability to collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patient’s functional abilities and develops a plan of care and exercise goals.
• Implements individualized exercise plans and reevaluates for safety and benefit.
• Educates patients and families with home programs and post-discharge instructions.
• Documents patient treatment under supervision and follows care plans.
• Maintains equipment safety and communicates anomalies to leadership.
• Contributes to cardiac and pulmonary rehab activities and patient education.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology

Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology

ACLS certification

BLS certification

Job description

Primary City/State: Greeley, Colorado

Department Name: Cardio Non-Invasive

Work Shift: Day

Job Category: Clinical Care

Experience innovative technology and exceptional opportunities. If you’re looking to leverage your abilities to make a real difference – and real change in the health care industry – you belong at Banner Health.

North Colorado Medical Center has been a leader in providing the latest health care facilities, technology and service to Weld County, northern Colorado and our surrounding multi-state region for more than 100 years.

As a Clinical Exercise Physiologist III at Banner North Colorado Medical Center, you will bring your experience and passion to our team while playing a vital role in patient care and cardiac wellness. This position will assist when needed with Non-Invasive Stress Testing and support our Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab programs. The technician performs vital intake assessments when patients arrive and reviews consents and risk factor education with patients involving exercise studies. You will provide comprehensive pretest education and preparation, ensuring all patients understand test expectations. Effective communication with providers and colleagues regarding any findings or discrepancies is essential to ensure optimal patient care and safety. Preferred experience includes cardiac rehabilitation, EKG interpretation, or stress testing, with proficiency in taking blood pressures, assessing EKGs, and knowledge of cardiac risk factors and patient education principles.

Schedule: Varied days during the week - roughly 8am-4:30pm

Banner North Colorado Medical Center is a 378-bed Level II trauma center and acute care facility with over 3000 employees. Our hospital offers an array of inpatient and outpatient services including medical, pediatric, obstetric, orthopedic, surgical, heart, cancer, and critical care. As a regional medical center, we provide community-based and specialty services for a service area that includes southern Wyoming, western Nebraska, western Kansas, and northeastern Colorado. In order to provide the most compassionate and innovative care possible, we bring together state-of-the-art technology and an exceptional team of health care professionals. The Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center is amongst Northern Colorado's leading cancer diagnosis and treatment facilities for the healthcare professional, our Greeley, Colorado location offers access to a wide variety of recreational activities in an inviting, close-knit community.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position provides assessment, treatment, and education to cardiac and pulmonary patients and their families in an outpatient cardiac, pulmonary rehabilitation or inpatient setting. Writes exercise prescriptions to progress patients through phase two and three outpatient rehabilitation.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Evaluates patient’s functional abilities and limitations to determine appropriate intervention. Develops a plan of care and exercise goals, as ordered by physician or other referral source. Works alongside and receives guidance from other more experienced team members when working in phase I and II cardiac or pulmonary rehabilitation. May oversee phase III outpatient cardiac and pulmonary rehab independently.
2. Implements individualized exercise plans based on patients’ physical and age-specific needs and abilities. Ensures that treatment plans are supported by standard practices and/or current literature. Reevaluates treatment plans, as needed, to ensure safety and maximum patient benefit.
3. Educates patients, family, and other care providers post cardiac to promote patient participation and attainment of exercise program goals. Provides individualized home programs with clear instructions. Instructs patients and families in pathology, discharge guidelines, risk factor modification, and exercise individually and through classes for both cardiac and pulmonary patients.
4. Under general supervision, documents patient treatment according to professional and regulatory standards.
5. Follows plan of care to accomplish functions within established procedures and scope of practice. Confers with lead or supervisor on any unusual situations.
6. Utilizes basic understanding of medical devices, equipment function and quality control measurements. Adheres to safety policies. Demonstrates the ability to trouble shoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. Maintains a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.
7. Complies with all ethical, legal and professional responsibilities. Maintains confidentiality of all patient information.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Requires a level of clinical knowledge as normally obtained through Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology or related field.
• Minimum experience of a 300 + hour internship in cardiac rehabilitation or equivalent clinical/patient hours.
• Requires knowledge in cardiac/pulmonary physiology, management and treatment of chronic disease, health promotion, ECG interpretation.
• Requires the ability to work collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare providers. Must have strong interpersonal, communication and human relation skills.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology or related field.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• 600+ hour internship in outpatient cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation.
• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Estimated Pay Range

$22.06 - $33.10 / hour Banner Health is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted compensation range is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay Banner Health in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. This range is based on possible base salaries and does not include the value of our total rewards package. Actual pay determined at offer will be based on years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location, along with a review of current employees in similar roles to ensure pay equity is achieved and maintained.

Anticipated Closing Window (actual close date may be sooner)

2026-12-11

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