Exercise Physiologist - San Diego, CA

Job Summary · We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Exercise Physiologist to join our outpatient preventive and cardiometabolic clinic. In this role, you will perform advanced physiologic testing and develop personalized exercise programs to improve cardiovascular fitness, ...

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Exercise Physiologist to join our outpatient preventive and cardiometabolic clinic. In this role, you will perform advanced physiologic testing and develop personalized exercise programs to improve cardiovascular fitness, metabolic health, and overall physical performance. You will play a central role in VO2 max testing, exercise prescription, and patient education under physician supervision.

Duties

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments including medical history review, body composition analysis, movement screening, and functional capacity testing

• Perform and interpret VO2 max testing using metabolic carts and standardized exercise protocols

• Develop individualized exercise programs based on physiologic data, patient goals, and clinical context

• Monitor patient performance during supervised exercise sessions using vital signs and standard safety protocols

• Educate patients on training principles, aerobic conditioning, strength progression, and recovery strategies

• Collaborate closely with physicians to integrate exercise data into broader cardiometabolic and preventive care plans

• Document findings and progress accurately within electronic health record systems

• Track outcomes and adjust exercise prescriptions to optimize aerobic capacity, metabolic efficiency, and physical resilience

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or related field

• Experience in outpatient, preventive, sports performance, or cardiometabolic settings preferred

• Strong knowledge of exercise physiology, cardiovascular response to training, and metabolic testing

• Demonstrated experience performing VO2 max testing and managing metabolic cart equipment

• Ability to conduct accurate functional assessments and prescribe structured training programs

• Excellent communication skills with a patient centered coaching approach

• ACSM, NSCA, or equivalent certification preferred

Note

EKG interpretation is not required, as medical supervision is provided by on-site physicians

Job Types: Contract, Temporary

Pay: $ $38.05 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Work Location: In person