Cardiopulmonary Rehab Exercise Physiologist
The Cardiopulmonary Rehab Exercise Physiologist at Confidential Client Ocala is responsible for assessing patients' physiological status, designing and supervising individualized exercise therapy programs, and ensuring patient safety throughout rehabilitation. This role involves interdisciplinary collaboration, community education, and maintaining clinical equipment, contributing to improved patient outcomes in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation.
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is seeking a Cardiopulmonary Rehab Exercise Physiologist to deliver safe, evidence-based exercise testing and therapy for patients in a cardio/pulmonary rehabilitation setting. You will evaluate physiology data, create individualized exercise prescriptions, monitor responses to therapy, and educate patients and the community on safe exercise practices.
- Perform and interpret physiological assessments; identify high-risk patients and escalate or refer as appropriate.
- Develop, teach, and supervise individualized exercise therapy using test data, current medications, and patient status.
- Monitor patient responses and revise exercise plans to meet clinical goals and safety requirements.
- Maintain and calibrate department equipment; report or coordinate repairs as needed.
- Participate in performance improvement activities, interdisciplinary committees, and staff/student development.
- Deliver community education and outreach (presentations, classes) to support program growth and public awareness.
- Maintain thorough documentation and meet department productivity standards.
- Support program logistics: referrals, scheduling, program planning, and supervision of exercise sessions.
- Engage in professional development and apply evidence-based practice to improve patient outcomes.
Qualifications
Minimum requirements for consideration:
- Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or a related field.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification (required).
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand conversational English.
- Basic computer literacy (Microsoft Office).
- Preferred: 1+ year experience applying exercise concepts/techniques in a biological or medical setting.
Skills & Competencies
- Entry-level professional competency in exercise physiology theory and application.
- Ability to interpret physiologic data and design appropriate exercise prescriptions.
- Strong patient safety mindset and ability to supervise exercise equipment and techniques.
- Good communication and public speaking skills for patient education and community outreach.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and able to coordinate program logistics.
Schedule & Location
- Employment type: Full time
- Shift: Day
- Location: Maricamp, FL (work performed on-site)
- Address (for reference): 1500 SE 17th St, Maricamp / Ocala area
Compensation
Pay Range (provided by client): $21.17 - $39.38 per hour.
(Compensation listed as provided by the source; may vary by experience, shift, or site.)
Benefits
Confidential Client offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Benefits from day one: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life and disability insurance
- Paid time off from day one
- 403(b) retirement plan
- 4 weeks 100% paid parental leave
- Career development and professional growth resources
- Whole-person well-being and mental health support
- Pet benefits (where offered)
Additional Details & Compliance
- Background screening: Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening (fingerprinting) as required by state law. Applicants may review general information at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
- This position must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. No hiring criteria in this posting discriminates on a protected basis.
- Other duties as assigned.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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