NorthBay Health
Exercise Physiologist
Job Description: At NorthBay Health, the Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Exercise Physiologist is responsible for assessing, developing, and delivering individualized therapies for patients with cardiac, pulmonary, and vascular health conditions as prescribed by the referring physician. This role includes conducting initial assessments, providing patient and family education, and implementing monitored exercise and lifestyle interventions to improve function and quality of life.
Design safe, effective exercise prescriptions tailored to medically complex patients addressing deconditioning, dyspnea, fatigue, and circulation issues while supporting the long‑term management of chronic conditions.
Guide patients through aerobic training, resistance exercise, flexibility, and breathing techniques.
Promote nutrition, medication adherence, stress management, and risk factor reduction.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team to provide comprehensive, evidence‑based care and empower patients to achieve greater independence, improved health outcomes, and sustainable lifestyle changes.
Deliver safe, effective patient care in accordance with the organization’s philosophy and goals, utilizing Jean Watson’s Theory of Caring and relationship‑based care.
NorthBay Health is a trusted healthcare partner dedicated to improving community well‑being through high‑quality care. The organization is a nonprofit health system serving the Napa/Solano Region, offering acute‑care hospitals, a maternity unit, a cancer center, urgent care facilities, and primary and specialty clinics. NorthBay Health is committed to fostering collaboration and empowering team members to contribute to health and well‑being.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, or Kinesiology required.
Certification
Current AHA or equivalent BLS upon hire.
Telemetry certification within 3 months of employment and periodic renewal.
American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Professional Certification Commission (AACVPR).
Certification as Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) through the American College of Sports Medicine or Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional (CCRP) preferred.
Experience
Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in the area of specialty preferred.
Skills
Demonstrated clinical experience in the specific department area.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Teaching ability and high professional standards.
Well‑organized, capable of setting priorities, working independently, and effective team member.
Interpersonal Skills
Demonstrates the True North values: Nurture/Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence.
Other
Hourly Salary Range: $49.25 – $59.89 (salary based on years of experience; max rate listed is commensurate with 20+ years' experience).
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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Design safe, effective exercise prescriptions tailored to medically complex patients addressing deconditioning, dyspnea, fatigue, and circulation issues while supporting the long‑term management of chronic conditions.
Guide patients through aerobic training, resistance exercise, flexibility, and breathing techniques.
Promote nutrition, medication adherence, stress management, and risk factor reduction.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team to provide comprehensive, evidence‑based care and empower patients to achieve greater independence, improved health outcomes, and sustainable lifestyle changes.
Deliver safe, effective patient care in accordance with the organization’s philosophy and goals, utilizing Jean Watson’s Theory of Caring and relationship‑based care.
NorthBay Health is a trusted healthcare partner dedicated to improving community well‑being through high‑quality care. The organization is a nonprofit health system serving the Napa/Solano Region, offering acute‑care hospitals, a maternity unit, a cancer center, urgent care facilities, and primary and specialty clinics. NorthBay Health is committed to fostering collaboration and empowering team members to contribute to health and well‑being.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, or Kinesiology required.
Certification
Current AHA or equivalent BLS upon hire.
Telemetry certification within 3 months of employment and periodic renewal.
American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Professional Certification Commission (AACVPR).
Certification as Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) through the American College of Sports Medicine or Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional (CCRP) preferred.
Experience
Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in the area of specialty preferred.
Skills
Demonstrated clinical experience in the specific department area.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Teaching ability and high professional standards.
Well‑organized, capable of setting priorities, working independently, and effective team member.
Interpersonal Skills
Demonstrates the True North values: Nurture/Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence.
Other
Hourly Salary Range: $49.25 – $59.89 (salary based on years of experience; max rate listed is commensurate with 20+ years' experience).
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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