Exercise Physiologist, Cardiovascular Medicine, Multiple Sites, (Larkspur/Novato/Petaluma), Full-Time, Days
About the role
MarinHealth is an integrated, independent healthcare system with deep roots throughout the North Bay. It includes MarinHealth Medical Center, a 327‑bed hospital in Greenbrae, and 55 primary care and specialty clinics in Marin, Sonoma, and Napa Counties. Affiliated with UCSF Health, MarinHealth combines the pioneering medicine of an academic medical center with an independent hospital's personalized, caring touch. The Exercise Physiologist provides coverage in the Testing Center department performing CPET, stress tests with treadmill or bike under the direction of the supervising cardiologist, and may educate patients on fitness performance and cardiovascular disease risk factors.
Responsibilities
- Assess fitness levels and determine appropriate exercise modalities; consult with cardiologist as required to perform appropriate tests.
- Apply exercise science to perform stress test procedures as ordered by cardiologists and/or referring MDs.
- Perform VO₂max testing that may include body composition analysis.
- Upon request, lead exercise classes for Cardiac Rehab Services.
- Educate patients on cardiovascular disease risk factors.
- Monitor patient heart rhythms and notify cardiologist of arrhythmias or symptoms during stress test and/or exercise classes.
- Monitor blood sugars pre‑ and post‑exercise for patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes per protocol.
- Assure cleanliness and proper functioning of all exercise equipment.
- Participate in referral and enrollment process/department policy.
- Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor of Science degree in exercise science or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
- Certification: American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) certification preferred.
- Licenses: BLS certification (American Heart Association) required; ACLS certification (American Heart Association) required.
- Experience: Experience in exercise program planning, supervision, and risk factor modification education with cardiovascular rehabilitation patients; one to three years preferred.
- Health & Immunizations: Measles, mumps, varicella, and annual influenza immunizations required as a condition of employment; COVID‑19 vaccination/booster strongly recommended.
Pay
The posted pay range is $32.69 – $40.87 – $50.48 (hourly). Individual pay is set by skills, experience, qualifications, and internal/market equity, consistent with MarinHealth’s compensation philosophy.
Schedule
Work shift: 8‑hour days. Scheduled weekly hours: 40.