Exercise Physiologist BS – Heart & Vascular Specialist Clinic – Full-Time, Days

Texas Health Resources; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Flex spending

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Texas Health Resources is seeking an Exercise Physiologist for the Heart & Vascular Specialist Clinic in Arlington, TX. This full-time role supports stress testing, patient assessment, and individualized exercise prescriptions under physician orders.

The position requires a Bachelor's in a related field, BCLS/ACLS within required timelines, and preferred CCES or RCEP credentials. Work hours are 8:00am–5:00pm, with travel to nearby clinics as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology or related field is required.
• 3 months experience in Cardiac Rehab preferred.
• CCES or RCEP strongly preferred upon hire.
• BCLS required within 90 days of hire; ACLS within 90 days of hire.
• Advanced knowledge of cardiac rhythms, EKG interpretation and stress testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Delivers care to patients utilizing the Exercise Physiologist Process.
• Prep patients and perform regular stress tests, as well as nuclear PET/CTs.
• Assess patient health risks, needs, and interests.
• Exercise and pharmacologic stress test supervision, including preliminary test interpretation.
• Develops exercise prescriptions/programs tailored to cardiovascular patients.
• Provide instruction for safe and effective exercise and secondary prevention.
• Demonstrates competence in obtaining HR, BP, RR, and cardiac rhythm.
• Plans, implements, evaluates and documents patient education.
• Completes all documentation and written communication in a timely manner.

Skills

Cardiac rehab experience

EKG interpretation

Team collaboration

Patient education

Education

Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology/Exercise Physiology

Job description

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Exercise Physiologist BS – Heart & Vascular Specialist Clinic – Full-Time, Days

Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together

• Work location: 501 Rita Lane, Arlington, TX 76104
• Work hours: Full-time, 40 hours weekly, Monday thru Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
• Travel: 25% to surrounding clinics as needed (mileage reimbursement provided)

Heart & Vascular Specialists Clinic Highlights

• Strong teamwork and collaboration
• Compassion and empathy to our patients and the Team
• Join an innovative team working towards making healthcare more accessible, integrated, and reliable

Here’s What You Need

• Bachelor's Degree Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology or related field (required)
• 3 months experience in Cardiac Rehab (preferred)
• CCES - Certified Clinical Exercise Specialist Upon Hire (strongly preferred) Or
• RCEP - Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist Upon Hire (strongly preferred)
• BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support maintained every 2 years and within 90 Days of Hire (required) And
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support within 90 Days of Hire (required)
• Possess advanced knowledge of cardiac rhythms, EKG interpretation, equipment used in stress testing, knowledge of the cardiovascular system, and adhere to patient safety goals

What You Will Do

• Delivers care to patients utilizing the Exercise Physiologist Process.

Clinical Practice

• Prep patients and perform regular stress tests, as well as nuclear PET/CTs (Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography).
• Assess patient health risks, needs, and interests.
• Exercise and pharmacologic stress test supervision, including preliminary test interpretation.
• Conducts fitness evaluations in accordance with testing guidelines and assist in the development of comprehensive individualized exercise program.
• Develops exercise prescriptions/programs tailored to the unique needs of the cardiovascular patient in accordance with the diagnosis and orders from the provider.
• Provides instruction necessary for the safe and effective performance of exercise activities, and promotion of secondary prevention to individuals who are limited by cardiac disease to improve functional capacity and lower cardiovascular risk factors.
• Demonstrates competence in the performance of age-appropriate patient treatment and individualizes care based on age specific needs.
• Competent in the use of obtaining accurate HR, BP, RR, and cardiac rhythm.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the setup and operation of all monitoring and exercise equipment.
• Plans, implements, evaluates documents patient education.
• Completes all documentation and written communication in a timely manner.

Accountability

• Works with lab manager to maintain proper maintenance of testing equipment, and reports any malfunctions
• Seeks assistance/ supervision/ consultation as needed and reports to supervisor any problems and/or solutions regarding patient care of status of equipment.
• Notifies physicians in a timely manner of problems of pertinent complication.

Administrative

• Provides administrative support as needed, including assisting patients with receiving phone calls, providing information on cardiac rehab services, assists in scheduling appointments.
• Proficient in correct billing, charging and procedure documentation.
• Documents according to department guidelines as well as all unusual occurrences to system, hospital, and department guidelines.
• Assists with quality control procedures.

Additional Perks Of Being a Texas Health Employee

• Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits.
• Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.
• Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).
• A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

Entity Highlights

Learn more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards.

Texas Health Physicians Group includes more than 1,000 physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants dedicated to providing quality, patient-safe care at more than 240 offices located throughout the DFW Metroplex.

THPG members are active in group governance and serve on multiple committees and councils. Ongoing Texas Health initiatives, like the Diversity Action Council and Living the Promise, have helped to create an inclusive, supportive, people‑first, excellence-driven culture and workplace, making THPG a great place to work.

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