Exercise Physiologist I

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston is seeking an Exercise Physiologist to develop exercise prescriptions and oversee progression in patients with chronic diseases. The role rotates between Brigham and Women's Main Campus and Foxborough Campus for stress testing.

You will lead a team, mentor staff, perform stress tests with ECG, explain procedures, monitor patient conditions, and document findings in charting systems, while adhering to hospital policies and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology or Kinesiology required or Master’s in Exercise Physiology preferred.
• 2–3 years experience in acute hospital or cardiac rehab preferred.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills; mentoring staff.

Responsibilities

• Assessments - Executive Physicals and Health Fit Assessments.
• Conduct stress tests using EKG machines.
• Train new staff and assign daily schedules as needed.
• Explain exercise programs or testing procedures to participants.
• Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
• Advise patients about nutrition and ongoing exercise regimens; may teach classes and conduct research.
• Document thoroughly in the chart for provider review.
• Follow hospital and department procedures and policies.

Skills

Quantitative and analytical skills

Mentor and train staff

Knowledge of blood pressure, pulse, Sp

Customer service mindset

Attention to detail and multitasking

Independent work with general guidance

Operate and maintain specialized EKG/监

Education

Bachelor's Degree Exercise Physiology or Kinesiology; Master's in Exercise Physiology preferred

Tools

EKG machines

Specialized medical equipment

Job description

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

This position will rotate between Brigham and Women's Main Campus and Brigham and Women's Foxborough Campus for stress testing.

Develops exercise prescription and oversees exercise progression in patients with chronic diseases. Leads team members by demonstrating and providing advanced knowledge of job responsibilities.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

• Assessments - Executive Physicals and Health Fit Assessments
• Conduct stress tests, using electrocardiograph (EKG) machines.
• Trains new staff members and assigns daily schedules as needed
• Recommend methods to increase lifestyle physical activity.
• Explain exercise program or physiological testing procedures to participants.
• Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
• Advises patients about nutrition and ongoing exercise regimens may teach classes and conduct research.
• Thoroughly and legibly documents in chart to be reviewed by provider
• Follows hospital and department procedures and policies.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree Exercise Physiology required or Bachelor's Degree Kinesiology required or Master's Degree Exercise Physiology preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

• No

Experience

• Experience working in an acute care hospital/cardiac rehabilitation program 2-3 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Skillfully utilize and maintain specialized equipment, devices and computer program.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Mentors and train staff.
• Knowledge of acceptable ranges of blood pressure, pulse, oxygen saturation and EKG and reports any abnormal values to RN.
• Strong customer service mindset.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
• Ability to work independently with only general supervision.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasional (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

45 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$27.95 - $40.70/Hourly

Grade

6

EEO Statement:

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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