Inpatient Exercise Physiologist: Mobility & Rehab Specialist

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking an Exercise Physiologist for inpatient rehabilitation in the Carolinas Medical Center facility. You will assess, plan, and direct patient mobilization and exercise programs in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Health/Fitness, with a preference for Exercise Physiology and a Master’s degree. ACSM-EP/CEP certification or eligibility and BLS HCP are preferred. Weekend coverage is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Health/Fitness required; Exercise Physiology degree preferred.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• ACSM-CEP or eligible to test preferred; BLS HCP required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and direct patient mobilization and exercise programs in inpatient settings.
• Assess contraindications and readiness for mobilization by reviewing medical records.
• Coordinate care with nursing and therapy staff; communicate patient status to teams.

Skills

Exercise assessment

Patient mobilization

Medical terminology

Communication

Team collaboration

BLS/CPR knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Health/Fitness

Exercise Physiology degree preferred

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Atrium Health is seeking an Exercise Physiologist for inpatient rehabilitation in the Carolinas Medical Center facility. You will assess, plan, and direct patient mobilization and exercise programs in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Health/Fitness, with a preference for Exercise Physiology and a Master’s degree. ACSM-EP/CEP certification or eligibility and BLS HCP are preferred. Weekend coverage is required.