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Clinical Intern Department: Clinical / Therapy Reports To: Licensed Therapists Position Summary: The Clinical Intern will support our therapy team in providing high-quality care to clients at Apex ...

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As of Jun 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for exercise physiologist intern 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.

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As an Exercise Physiologist Intern, you will typically assist in conducting fitness and health assessments, developing individualized exercise prescriptions, and monitoring clients’ progress under the guidance of senior staff. Your responsibilities may also include educating clients on safe exercise techniques, recording and analyzing performance data, and helping set up or maintain exercise equipment. You’ll often work closely with a team of exercise physiologists, trainers, and healthcare professionals, gaining exposure to both one-on-one and group sessions. This role offers the chance to apply classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios, build practical skills, and set a strong foundation for future opportunities in the field.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Exercise Physiologist Intern position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Exercise Physiologist Intern, you need a solid foundation in exercise science, human physiology, and basic health and safety practices, typically gained through a degree program or relevant coursework. Familiarity with fitness assessment tools, exercise prescription software, and data collection systems is often expected. Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn help interns connect with clients and integrate into multidisciplinary teams. These competencies ensure interns can effectively support program delivery, contribute to client progress, and adapt in dynamic health and fitness environments.

What is an Exercise Physiologist Intern job?

An Exercise Physiologist Intern assists in developing and implementing fitness and rehabilitation programs for clients under the supervision of certified professionals. They help conduct assessments, monitor patient progress, and provide education on exercise techniques and wellness strategies. This role provides hands-on experience in clinical or fitness settings, preparing interns for careers in exercise physiology. Responsibilities may vary depending on the facility, but the focus is on improving client health through evidence-based exercise interventions.

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Exercise Specialist

Exercise Specialist

Yale New Haven Health

Greenwich, CT

Other

Posted 13 days ago

Yale New Haven Health rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 226 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

294th of 873 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Evaluate, supervise and monitor members of the Healthy Living Center during exercise. Evaluate profiles/intakes and recommends program through the Healthy Living Center services. Develop exercise prescriptions and render exercise programs upon physician referral for apparently healthy and diseased populations. Questions, concerns, and medical decisions regarding treatment must be discussed with HLC nurse clinician, Director and/or medical advisor. Follow up, document and maintain participants' needs.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran


Responsibilities
  • 1. Is directly responsible for members of the Healthy Living Center programs and programs it oversees. Responsibilities may include: initial assessment, care plan development and performing exercises and supervising members/patients on proper body position, use of equipment. Conducts patient monitoring. Reports inappropriate response and gives emergency care as per Policy and Procedures. Monitors blood sugars and assists in diagnostic stress test. Educates participants regarding all aspects of exercise (including home exercise.) Documents initial and daily assessment data into patients' record per policy and procedure manual. Performs appropriate documentation for individual programs.
  • 2. Assists Healthy Living Center staff with Healthy Living Center programs.
  • 3. Provides educational programs for participants in area of expertise. Participates in research, in-service education classes, student/intern education and other activities, as directed.
  • 4. Is a member of department committees as assigned and participates in department activities, special events and programs, as directed.
  • 5. Maintains billing records per department's policy and procedure manual.
  • 6. Helps maintain exercise equipment by calibrating and servicing on a regular basis.
  • 7. Maintains professional knowledge base by professional organization membership and regular attendance at in-service programs, workshops, symposia and university classes.
  • 8. The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the individual served on his or her assigned unit. The member must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the individual's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each individual's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's/area's/department's policies and procedures.
  • 9. Maintains excellent customer service on an on-going basis.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science/Exercise Physiology or Mater's preferred 1 year recent relevant experience preferred Certification Requirements: Basic Cardiac Life Support by AHA Advanced cardiac Life Support by AHA Working towards ACSM Exercise Specialist Certification

LICENSURE

Basic Cardiac Life Support by AHA Advanced cardiac Life Support by AHA Working towards ACSM Exercise Specialist Certification

SPECIAL SKILLS

Excellent interpersonal skills, public speaking skills and the ability to practice independently. Computer skills including Meditech, Scheduling, Windows, word processing Twelve (12) months

PHYSICAL DEMAND

Fitness center atmosphere. Moderate physical effort with some bending, stooping, stretching and lifting, standing and walking most of the day.


YNHHS Requisition ID
181053Qualifications:

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science/Exercise Physiology or Mater's preferred 1 year recent relevant experience preferred Certification Requirements: Basic Cardiac Life Support by AHA Advanced cardiac Life Support by AHA Working towards ACSM Exercise Specialist Certification

LICENSURE

Basic Cardiac Life Support by AHA Advanced cardiac Life Support by AHA Working towards ACSM Exercise Specialist Certification

SPECIAL SKILLS

Excellent interpersonal skills, public speaking skills and the ability to practice independently. Computer skills including Meditech, Scheduling, Windows, word processing Twelve (12) months

PHYSICAL DEMAND

Fitness center atmosphere. Moderate physical effort with some bending, stooping, stretching and lifting, standing and walking most of the day.

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