Exercise Physiologist Job at Ascension in Baltimore

Schedule: Day | Full-time Your future role at a glance

How you'll make an impact in this role Comprehensive Patient Testing & Evaluation: Administer baseline, progress, and post-rehabilitation assessments to measure functional capacity, establish treatment goals, and evaluate program efficacy. Prescriptive Exercise Programming: Design, instruct, and progress individualized exercise therapy regimens using objective test data, health status, and medication profiles; dynamically adjust plans based on ongoing patient tolerance and response. Real-Time Clinical Monitoring & Safety: Continuously evaluate physiological and hemodynamic responses during exertion; promptly recognize contraindications or abnormal metrics, halt exercise protocols when necessary, and coordinate immediate escalation to medical staff. Patient & Community Education: Champion wellness and lifestyle modification by leading one-on-one sessions, group classes, and educational outreach for patients, interdisciplinary team members, and the broader community. What Minimum Requirements You'll Need Licensure / Certification / Registration Required Credential(s): BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Preferred Credential(s) Certified Athletic Trainer. Certification specializing in Personal Training. Certification specializing in Sports Medicine. Certification specializing in Strength & Conditioning. Exercise Physiologist credentialed from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). Education Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred. Work Experience None required. Benefits that help you thrive Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. E-Verify statement Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.