Exercise Physiologist

Intermountain Health; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 33,475 - 51,687; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Career mentorship

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking an Exercise Physiologist in Denver to aid patients returning to baseline health after cardiac or pulmonary events. You will perform assessments, monitor vitals, interpret EKGs, and conduct functional testing, while mentoring staff and enhancing protocols.

The role emphasizes patient education, accurate documentation, and contributing to a collaborative, high-quality care environment. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology or related field is required.
• BLS for healthcare providers is required.

Responsibilities

• Educates patients on exercise technique and equipment use.
• Documents results and training clearly and promptly.
• Maintains equipment and a safe environment.
• Maintain clean, compliant work environment per codes and standards.
• Provide mentorship and oversight to Exercise Therapists and Specialists.

Skills

Works well with team

Process Improvement

Computers (MS Office)

Client Engagement

Critical Thinking

Verbal & Written Communication

Clinical assessment

EKG interpretation

Symptom recognition

Patient education coaching

Communication

Patient care

Documentation

Technical proficiency with equipment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology/related field

Job description

Job Description:

This Exercise Physiologist position plays a vital role in helping patients return to their baseline health and achieve optimal functional capacity following a cardiac or pulmonary event. Responsibilities include patient assessment, such as medical history review, vital sign monitoring, EKG interpretation, and functional capacity testing. The role also involves mentoring new staff and fostering continuous improvement in departmental protocols and patient satisfaction.

Essential Functions

• Educates patients regarding exercise technique and appropriate use of equipment.
• Documents results and training in a clear, concise, and timely manner.
• Maintains equipment to ensure a safe and functional environment.
• Maintains a clean and inviting work environment according to health department codes and facility standards.
• Provide mentorship, training, and oversight to Exercise Therapists and Exercise Specialists.

Skills

• Works well with team
• Process Improvement
• Familiar with computers – Microsoft, excel, other
• Client Engagement
• Critical Thinking
• Verbal and Written Communication
• Clinical assessment and monitoring
• EKG interpretation
• Symptom recognition
• Patient education and coaching
• Communication
• Patient care
• Documentation
• Technical proficiency, including use of equipment and clinical tools

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers
• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field at an accredited institution.

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)
• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location:

Heart and Vascular - Denver

Work City:

Denver

Work State:

Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

$24.30 - $37.52

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/benefits) .

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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