Exercise Physiologist — Charlotte, NC at Advocate

About the Team

Atrium Health’s Cardiac Rehabilitation program provides comprehensive, medically supervised care for patients recovering from heart-related events. Our program integrates structured exercise training, telemetry‑monitored sessions, nutrition and lifestyle counseling, stress‑management support, and education on cardiac risk reduction to promote long‑term heart health.

Advocate Health, the parent organization, is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, we are a national leader in clinical innovation and value-based care, serving nearly 6 million patients across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations. We are nationally recognized for our expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics, and rehabilitation.

About the Role

This position serves as a vital link in our Cardiology service line, performing and coordinating diagnostic procedures with a specific focus on cardiac stress testing. As a float position, you will work across Carolinas Rehab locations in the Charlotte metro and surrounding region, adapting to the unique needs of different clinical environments.

In this role, you will coordinate and perform exercise and/or pharmacological stress testing following the rigorous standards of the ACSM, AHA, and ACC. Your day will involve assessing patients for contraindications, verifying orders, and ensuring patient safety during transfers and positioning. You will be responsible for recognizing electrocardiographic changes and arrhythmias in real-time, communicating abnormal results to physicians and clinical staff, and responding professionally to emergency situations. This role requires demonstrating appropriate exercise activities to patients and caregivers while working in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Hiring Process

Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by a Recruiter to discuss eligibility for specific programs and benefits based on their status (e.g., full-time, part-time). Please note that this is a part-time position with 16 hours per week, scheduled for Tuesdays (7:50 AM – 5:00 PM) and Thursdays (8:50 AM – 5:00 PM).

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health is committed to providing equitable care for all and offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards, including competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, and programs that invest in career development. We provide more than $6 billion in annual community benefits and are dedicated to helping our teammates live fully at and away from work.

Work location

Work model: On-site

601, West 6th Street, Fourth Ward, Uptown, Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, 28202, United States

Charlotte, North Carolina

Key Responsibilities

check_circleCoordinate and perform exercise and pharmacological stress testing following ACSM/AHA/ACC standards
check_circleAssess patients for contraindications by reviewing H&P, lab results, and previous cardiac testing
check_circleRespond to emergency situations in a professional and prompt manner
check_circleRecognize electrocardiographic changes and arrhythmias during pre-test, testing, and post-test phases
check_circleAssist with patient transfers and adaptive positioning to ensure safety and performance
check_circleCommunicate abnormal test results promptly to physicians and clinical staff
check_circleExplain procedures, verify orders, and confirm patient identity prior to testing

Requirements

verifiedBachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology
verifiedMaster's Degree in Exercise Physiology preferred
verifiedACSM certification or eligibility
verifiedACSM-CEP preferred
verifiedBLS HCP from AHA required
verifiedACLS required within 6 months of hire
verifiedExperience in stress testing preferred
verifiedOne year of related experience preferred
verifiedSHVI independent stress testing competencies required for stress tests

Nice to Have

Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology. ACSM-CEP (Clinical Exercise Physiologist) certification. Experience in stress testing. One year of related experience.

Benefits & Perks

check_circlePaid Time Off programscheck_circleHealth and welfare benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disabilitycheck_circleFlexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expensescheck_circleFamily benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leaveDefined contribution retirement plans with employer match

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Exercise Physiology, Acsm-Cep, BLS HCP, Stress Testing, Pharmacological Stress Testing, Electrocardiographic Changes, Cardiac Risk Reduction, Telemetry.

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology required; Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology preferred.

Frequently asked questions about Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab, Float, Part-Time at Advocate Health

What does a Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab, Float, Part-Time at Advocate Health do?expand_more

In this Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab, Float, Part-Time at Advocate Health role, you will coordinate and perform exercise and pharmacological stress testing following acsm/aha/acc standards; assess patients for contraindications by reviewing h&p, lab results, and previous cardiac testing; respond to emergency situations in a professional and prompt manner; and recognize electrocardiographic changes and arrhythmias during pre-test, testing, and post-test phases.

What are the requirements for this Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab, Float, Part-Time role?expand_more

Advocate Health is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology; Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology preferred; ACSM certification or eligibility; ACSM-CEP preferred; BLS HCP from AHA required; and ACLS required within 6 months of hire.

Where is the Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab, Float, Part-Time role at Advocate Health located?expand_more

Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab, Float, Part-Time at Advocate Health is based in 601, West 6th Street, Fourth Ward, Uptown, Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, 28202, United States. This is a on-site role.

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Advocate Health has listed this Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab, Float, Part-Time role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab, Float, Part-Time role?expand_more

Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab, Float, Part-Time at Advocate Health typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.

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Key skills for Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab, Float, Part-Time at Advocate Health include Exercise Physiology; Acsm-Cep; BLS HCP; Stress Testing; Pharmacological Stress Testing; Electrocardiographic Changes; Cardiac Risk Reduction; and Telemetry.

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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology required; and Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology preferred.

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Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab, Float, Part-Time at Advocate Health is part of the part time job category on Recrutus.

Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab, Float, Part-Time