Exercise Physiologist (Cooper Green)

UAB Medicine; Cooper (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

UAB Medicine is seeking an Exercise Physiologist to join the outpatient rehabilitation and wellness team. You will provide evidence-based exercise programming and education to help patients transition from rehabilitation to independent activity and long-term health management.

You will collaborate with Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, physicians and dietitians to improve functional outcomes and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or related field.
• ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist (EP-C) or ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) or equivalent.
• CPR/BLS certification from ARC or AHA required.
• Work experience may NOT substitute for education or certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with medical professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Customizes exercise programs and monitors safety and effectiveness.
• Assesses patients by reviewing records/history to assign correct program.
• Consults with patients to determine goals and monitor progress.
• Demonstrates exercises to ensure proper form and safety.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

ACSM EP-C/CEP

CPR/BLS

Patient education

Exercise programming

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Description

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Exercise Physiologist serves as a member of the outpatient rehabilitation and wellness team, providing evidence-based exercise programming and education to support patients transitioning from rehabilitation to independent physical activity and long-term health management. This position collaborates with Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, physicians, dietitians, diabetes educators, and other healthcare professionals to improve functional outcomes, physical fitness, chronic disease management, and overall quality of life.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborates with other medical professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Customizes individual exercise programs for patients. Monitors the programs to ensure patient safety, effectiveness and compliance with all regulatory agencies.
• Assesses patients by reviewing medical records/history to properly administer the correct exercise program.
• Consults with patients to determine their exercise goals and objectives. Monitors progress and provides feedback/coaching as needed.
• Demonstrates exercises to patients to ensure proper form, technique and safety.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or a related field and at least one (1) year of experience.
• Current ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist (EP-C), ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP), or equivalent nationally recognized certification.
• CPR/BLS certification from American Red Cross or American Heart Association required.
• Work experience may NOT substitute for education or certification requirements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This role may require lifting up to 50 lbs.

Requires, walking, lifting, reaching, standing, bending, crouching, or stooping.

The work location for this role is onsite.

PAY RANGE

$19.80-$32.17

Primary Location

CGM Cooper Green

Job Category

Social Services

Organization

RHB-ADM-ADMN Rehab Med Admin Section

Employee Status

Regular

Travel

No

Shift

Day/1st Shift