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Insight

EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST

Chicago, IL · On-site

$30 - $36/hr

The Exercise Physiologist will also be responsible for evaluating, educating, and referring ... Health, vision & dental benefits - eligible at 30 days, following the 1st of the following month

Trinityhealth

Exercise Physiologist

Hartford, CT · On-site

Day Shift Description: Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center is looking for an Exercise ... patients first and having the best colleagues to do so. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and ...

Tenet Health

Exercise Physiologist

San Ramon, CA · On-site

Per Diem Job Shift: Days Holiday Rotation: Department: Cardiac Rehab Position Summary: The Clinical Exercise Physiologist prescribes and leads individual exercise programs and progressions, monitors ...

Tidelands Health

Exercise Physiologist

Georgetown, SC · On-site

PRN Work Shift: Day - 8 hour shift (United States of America) Join Team Tidelands and help people live better lives through better health! Exercise Physiologist Are you passionate about quality and ...

Tenet Health

Exercise Physiologist

San Ramon, CA · On-site

Per Diem Job Shift: Days Holiday Rotation: Department: Cardiac Rehab Position Summary: The Clinical Exercise Physiologist prescribes and leads individual exercise programs and progressions, monitors ...

Tidelands Health

Exercise Physiologist

Georgetown, SC · On-site

PRN Work Shift: Day - 8 hour shift (United States of America) Join Team Tidelands and help people live better lives through better health! Exercise Physiologist Are you passionate about quality and ...

Trinity Health

Exercise Physiologist

Hartford, CT · On-site

Day Shift Description: Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center is looking for an Exercise ... patients first and having the best colleagues to do so. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and ...

Tenet Health

Exercise Physiologist

San Ramon, CA · On-site

$38.94 - $60.36/hr

Per Diem Job Shift: Days Holiday Rotation: Department: Cardiac Rehab Position Summary: The Clinical Exercise Physiologist prescribes and leads individual exercise programs and progressions, monitors ...

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How much do 1st shift exercise physiologist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for 1st shift exercise physiologist in the United States is $28.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $33.89 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between 1St Shift Exercise Physiologist vs Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist?

Aspect1St Shift Exercise PhysiologistCardiac Rehabilitation Specialist
CredentialsExercise Physiology Certification, CPRExercise Physiology Certification, CPR, sometimes additional cardiac rehab certifications
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, outpatient centersHospitals, cardiac rehab centers, outpatient clinics
Employer & IndustryHealthcare, sports medicine, wellness programsCardiology clinics, hospitals, rehab centers

Both roles require similar certifications and often work in healthcare settings. The main difference is that a Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist focuses specifically on patients recovering from cardiac events, while a 1St Shift Exercise Physiologist has a broader scope, working with various patient populations and fitness programs.

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Infographic showing various 1St Shift Exercise Physiologist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,974 per year, or $28.4 per hour.

EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST

Insight

Chicago, IL • On-site

$30 - $36/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

WE ARE INSIGHT:
At Insight Hospital and Medical Center- Chicago, we believe there is a better way to provide quality healthcare while achieving health equity. Our Chicago location looks forward to working closely with our neighbors and residents, to build a full-service community hospital in the Bronzeville area of Chicago; creating a comprehensive plan to increase services and meet community needs. With a growing team that is dedicated to delivering world-class service to everyone we meet, it is our mission to deliver the most compassionate, loving, expert, and impactful care in the world to our patients. Be a part of the Insight Chicago team that provides PATIENT CARE SECOND TO NONE! If you would like to be a part of our future team, please apply now!
Short Summary:
Under minimal supervision, the Exercise Physiologist is responsible for coordinating the activities of patients in outpatient cardiac rehabilitation, pulmonary rehabilitation, clinical exercise programs, and employee fitness programs. The Exercise Physiologist will also be responsible for evaluating, educating, and referring inpatients to outpatient programs when the cardiopulmonary rehabilitation nurse is unavailable. In addition, the Exercise Physiologist provides expertise in exercise physiology, exercise equipment use, and fitness program design.
These duties are to be performed in a highly confidential manner, following the mission, values, and behaviors of Insight Hospital and Medical Center. Employees are further expected to provide a high quality of care, service, and kindness toward all patients, staff, physicians, volunteers, and guests.
Job Responsibilities:
  • Accountable to the manager of the cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and wellness program and the coordinator of the cardiac rehabilitation program.
  • Recruits and schedules new patients, and assists with orientating the patients to all phases of the cardiopulmonary programs.
  • Performs and documents family/patient education, risk factor identification, monitoring phase II and III exercise sessions, phase I education and evaluations when needed, and dietary counseling.
  • Reports patient's progress/problems to the appropriate physician.
  • Recognizes electrocardiographic abnormalities and informs the RN who then will appropriately respond and report this information to the appropriate personnel.
  • Meets with the medical director to review and discuss patient progress and patient exercise prescriptions, and to discuss any patient concerns or problems.
  • Functions as a liaison with physicians.
  • Responsible for knowing how to operate emergency equipment, and having it immediately available during exercise sessions.
  • Provides expertise and information in the area of exercise physiology and exercise equipment to patients and staff.
  • Provides for patient safety; monitors equipment and notifies the appropriate person of all broken or unsafe equipment.
  • Assist in continuous quality improvement by completing necessary audits and providing findings to the manager.
  • Assists the coordinator of the pulmonary rehabilitation program during pulmonary rehabilitation.
  • Assists in performing heart screens and fitness testing for the community and public service agencies as applicable.
  • Responsible for overseeing the clinical exercise programs and the employee fitness program.
  • Responsible for overseeing and advising exercise physiology interns who complete their internships in our department.
  • Maintains an adequate inventory of supplies.
  • Serves as a role model of cardiovascular health.
  • Alteration of schedule or work assignments in response to workload and/or staffing situations.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.
  • Monday-Friday 7:30 am. -4:00 p.m.

Requirements:
  • Master's Degree in exercise physiology (Master of Science in Movement Sciences) preferred.
  • Clinical exercise physiology required. *
  • One to three years of cardiac rehabilitation or exercise testing experience is preferred.
  • ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine) certification is required, or certification from a similar organization. *
  • Current CPR is required. *
  • ACLS certification eligible required. *
  • Must have completed an internship in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation required. *
  • Excellent communication skills are required.
  • Familiarity with exercise equipment and exercise training and prescription required.
  • Knowledge of emergency equipment use is required.
  • Knowledge of basic EKGs and arrhythmia interpretation is required.
  • Knowledge of pharmacology and the effects of medications with exercise is required.
  • Must be able to function in a stressful environment required.
  • Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field preferred.

Benefits:
  • Paid Sick Time - effective 90 days after employment
  • Paid Vacation Time - effective 90 days after employment
  • Health, vision & dental benefits - eligible at 30 days, following the 1st of the following month
  • Short and long-term disability and basic life insurance - after 30 days of employment

Insight Employees are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.
Insight is an equal-opportunity employer and values workplace diversity!

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