On-Site Cardiac Rehab Exercise Physiologist - Impact

UT Southwestern; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

UT Southwestern seeks an experienced Exercise Physiologist to support cardiac rehabilitation and stress testing services on-site in Dallas. Travel to regional clinics is required. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in cardiac rehab with 2 years preferred, and possess 12-lead EKG experience and related certifications.

Bachelor's in Exercise Physiology is required; a Master’s degree is preferred. This role emphasizes patient-centered care and collaborative practice with the care team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology.
• 2 years of relevant experience in cardiac rehabilitation; 1–2 years ideal, 2 years preferred.
• Cardiac stress testing and 12-lead EKG experience.
• BLS and ACLS certifications within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates exercise and disease management principles; educates patient and family.
• Performs initial evaluations with assessments and writes a time-based care plan.
• Re-evaluates care plan and monitors progress; communicates with physician as needed.
• Prepares for discharge; ensures rehabilitation goals are met for patients.
• Maintains patient care documentation and contributes to program improvements.
• Participates in staff trainings and performance improvement activities.

Skills

Cardiac rehabilitation experience

Cardiac stress testing

12-lead EKG

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology

Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology

Job description

UT Southwestern seeks an experienced Exercise Physiologist to support cardiac rehabilitation and stress testing services on-site in Dallas. Travel to regional clinics is required. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in cardiac rehab with 2 years preferred, and possess 12-lead EKG experience and related certifications.

Bachelor's in Exercise Physiology is required; a Master’s degree is preferred. This role emphasizes patient-centered care and collaborative practice with the care team.