Exercise Physiologist 1
UCHealth, Aurora, CO, United States
Position Details
Location: UCHealth UCHlth Anschutz Inpt Pavilion, Aurora, CO.
Department: Cardiac Rehab
Work Schedule: Full Time, 80 hours per 2‑week pay period
Shift: Days
Pay: $24.11 - $36.17 per hour (dependent on relevant experience)
Onsite role; no hybrid or remote option.
Summary
Develops exercise prescription, oversees exercise progression/ability of patients, and performs diagnostic tests.
Responsibilities
Monitor, assess, treat, and document patient tolerance of exercise in accordance with policies and procedures.
Provide exercise prescription for patients using assessment data, patient status and medication regimen; update prescriptions per patient response.
Recognize contraindications to exercise and abnormal responses and respond appropriately.
Provide exercise and disease management education to patients, peers, and the community.
Use critical thinking and judgement, work independently with minimal supervision; handle fast‑paced environment.
Qualifications
Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification within 90 days of hire.
Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, or related field; Master's preferred.
Licensure / Certification
None required.
BLS via American Heart Association or American Red Cross; CPR card must be current within 60 days of hire.
Benefits
Health, dental and vision coverage.
24/7 mental health and well‑being support for employees and dependents.
Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
Free Care.com membership.
Voluntary benefits: accident, critical illness, group legal, identity theft, pet, auto, and home insurance; employee discount programs.
Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave, leaves of absence.
Initial PTO load with first paycheck.
Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with optional buy‑up.
Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance with buy‑up options.
Retirement & Savings
403(b) plan with employer matching.
Optional 457(b) plan.
Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare; health savings account when enrolled in HD plan.
Education & Career Growth
Access to academic degrees and certificate programs.
Up to 100% tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees.
Up to $10,000/year pre‑paid for certain programs or $5,250/year in tuition reimbursement.
Access to LinkedIn Learning and internal professional development opportunities.
Free assistance navigating Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Equal Opportunity Employer
UCHealth is committed to equal opportunity and diversity, making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No discrimination on race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or other protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified applicants with disabilities without undue hardship.
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Location: UCHealth UCHlth Anschutz Inpt Pavilion, Aurora, CO.
Department: Cardiac Rehab
Work Schedule: Full Time, 80 hours per 2‑week pay period
Shift: Days
Pay: $24.11 - $36.17 per hour (dependent on relevant experience)
Onsite role; no hybrid or remote option.
Summary
Develops exercise prescription, oversees exercise progression/ability of patients, and performs diagnostic tests.
Responsibilities
Monitor, assess, treat, and document patient tolerance of exercise in accordance with policies and procedures.
Provide exercise prescription for patients using assessment data, patient status and medication regimen; update prescriptions per patient response.
Recognize contraindications to exercise and abnormal responses and respond appropriately.
Provide exercise and disease management education to patients, peers, and the community.
Use critical thinking and judgement, work independently with minimal supervision; handle fast‑paced environment.
Qualifications
Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification within 90 days of hire.
Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, or related field; Master's preferred.
Licensure / Certification
None required.
BLS via American Heart Association or American Red Cross; CPR card must be current within 60 days of hire.
Benefits
Health, dental and vision coverage.
24/7 mental health and well‑being support for employees and dependents.
Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
Free Care.com membership.
Voluntary benefits: accident, critical illness, group legal, identity theft, pet, auto, and home insurance; employee discount programs.
Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave, leaves of absence.
Initial PTO load with first paycheck.
Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with optional buy‑up.
Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance with buy‑up options.
Retirement & Savings
403(b) plan with employer matching.
Optional 457(b) plan.
Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare; health savings account when enrolled in HD plan.
Education & Career Growth
Access to academic degrees and certificate programs.
Up to 100% tuition reimbursement for qualifying degrees.
Up to $10,000/year pre‑paid for certain programs or $5,250/year in tuition reimbursement.
Access to LinkedIn Learning and internal professional development opportunities.
Free assistance navigating Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Equal Opportunity Employer
UCHealth is committed to equal opportunity and diversity, making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No discrimination on race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or other protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified applicants with disabilities without undue hardship.
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