Cardiac Physiologist Jobs
Cardiac Physiologist jobs are open from entry-level to senior clinical roles across hospitals, cardiac catheterization labs, and outpatient cardiology practices, with specializations in echocardiography, electrophysiology, and stress testing. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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OVERVIEW
The Clinical Exercise Physiologist works as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting patients through cardiac rehabilitation by conducting assessments, monitoring exercise sessions, developing treatment plans, and providing patient education. The position also includes managing a patient caseload, documenting progress, coordinating care, and modifying treatment plans based on clinical outcomes. Depending on department needs, the role may also support wellness, fitness, occupational health, and community-based programs.
Schedule: 36 hours per week, full time
9 am -5:30 pm - Monday and Wednesday
8:30 am - 4:30 pm - Tuesday and Thursday
8 am - 2:30 pm - Friday
Work locations: Lake Geneva and Janesville
Shift: Days
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Patient assessment/monitoring: biometric data, EKG, medical record/patient history review, medication reconciliation, signs and symptoms, exercise tolerance, mental health status, quality of life, dietary habits.
- Exercise testing: submaximal and exercise tolerance testing, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility.
- Exercise prescription and treatment plan development. Treatment plan/exercise implementation. Identifies needed exercise modifications. Makes changes to the treatment plan per the changing needs of the patient.
- Exercise training and leadership: communicates proper execution of the exercise and use of equipment, communicates safety strategies.
- Education and behavior change: identifies educational needs, communicates health information, facilitates attendance to group education classes, patient goal setting and engagement, uses strategies like motivational interviewing and active listening to facilitate successful behavior change.
- Documentation: documents and report patient's clinical status and response to exercise training in the medical record. Completes regular progress reporting to referring providers and medical director.
- Environment: maintains safe environment by participating in infection control procedures and reporting any equipment malfunctions or environmental concerns in a timely and appropriate manner.
- Scheduling/Referral Work Que Management: reaches out to patients in a timely manner to talk with them about the program and scheduling for the first appointment
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology or related field required.
Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology preferred.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE
If no Master's Degree, Certification through ACSM (Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist) or AACVPR (Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional or Pulmonary Rehabilitation Certificate) required within 3 years.
Current BLS certification. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Interpretive/analytical skills. Effective interpersonal communication skills. Organizational skills. Windows software knowledge (Office).
LEVEL OF SUPERVISION
Work is performed according to specific policies and procedures and guidelines, but the incumbent must be able to make some clinical decisions independently.
PAY RANGE:
Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:
Medical, Dental, Vision
Life & Disability Insurance
FSA/HSA Options
Generous, accruing paid time off
Paid Parental and caregiver leave
Career advancement and educational opportunities
Tuition and certification reimbursement
Certification Reimbursement
Well-being Programs
Employee Discounts
On-Demand Pay
Financial Education
Annual recognition/awards events
Partner appreciation days
Family entertainment/attractions discount
Community service/improvement opportunities
Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.
At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.
Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:
#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women
OVERVIEW
The Clinical Exercise Physiologist works as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting patients through cardiac rehabilitation by conducting assessments, monitoring exercise sessions, developing treatment plans, and providing patient education. The position also includes managing a patient caseload, documenting progress, coordinating care, and modifying treatment plans based on clinical outcomes. Depending on department needs, the role may also support wellness, fitness, occupational health, and community-based programs.
Schedule: 36 hours per week, full time
9 am -5:30 pm - Monday and Wednesday
8:30 am - 4:30 pm - Tuesday and Thursday
8 am - 2:30 pm - Friday
Work locations: Lake Geneva and Janesville
Shift: Days
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Patient assessment/monitoring: biometric data, EKG, medical record/patient history review, medication reconciliation, signs and symptoms, exercise tolerance, mental health status, quality of life, dietary habits.
- Exercise testing: submaximal and exercise tolerance testing, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility.
- Exercise prescription and treatment plan development. Treatment plan/exercise implementation. Identifies needed exercise modifications. Makes changes to the treatment plan per the changing needs of the patient.
- Exercise training and leadership: communicates proper execution of the exercise and use of equipment, communicates safety strategies.
- Education and behavior change: identifies educational needs, communicates health information, facilitates attendance to group education classes, patient goal setting and engagement, uses strategies like motivational interviewing and active listening to facilitate successful behavior change.
- Documentation: documents and report patient's clinical status and response to exercise training in the medical record. Completes regular progress reporting to referring providers and medical director.
- Environment: maintains safe environment by participating in infection control procedures and reporting any equipment malfunctions or environmental concerns in a timely and appropriate manner.
- Scheduling/Referral Work Que Management: reaches out to patients in a timely manner to talk with them about the program and scheduling for the first appointment
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology or related field required.
Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology preferred.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE
If no Master's Degree, Certification through ACSM (Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist) or AACVPR (Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional or Pulmonary Rehabilitation Certificate) required within 3 years.
Current BLS certification. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Interpretive/analytical skills. Effective interpersonal communication skills. Organizational skills. Windows software knowledge (Office).
LEVEL OF SUPERVISION
Work is performed according to specific policies and procedures and guidelines, but the incumbent must be able to make some clinical decisions independently.
PAY RANGE:
Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:
Medical, Dental, Vision
Life & Disability Insurance
FSA/HSA Options
Generous, accruing paid time off
Paid Parental and caregiver leave
Career advancement and educational opportunities
Tuition and certification reimbursement
Certification Reimbursement
Well-being Programs
Employee Discounts
On-Demand Pay
Financial Education
Annual recognition/awards events
Partner appreciation days
Family entertainment/attractions discount
Community service/improvement opportunities
Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.
At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.
Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:
#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cardiac physiologist jobs.
- RCIS or CCI certification from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International
- Proficiency in 12-lead ECG interpretation and arrhythmia recognition
- Hands-on experience performing echocardiograms or assisting in cardiac catheterization procedures
- Associate or bachelor's degree in cardiovascular technology or a related clinical science
- Familiarity with cardiac monitoring systems and electrophysiology recording equipment
- BLS certification and, for cath lab roles, ACLS certification
Tips for Your Cardiac Physiologist Job Search
Tailor your resume to lab modalities
List every cardiac diagnostic modality you've performed independently, including echo, Holter analysis, and exercise stress testing. Hiring managers scan for specific equipment familiarity, so naming the exact systems you've used separates your resume from generic clinical submissions.
Lead with your registries and certifications
Put RCIS, CCI credentials, or state licensure in a prominent header section, not buried in a footnote. Many cardiac physiologist postings filter applicants before a human reviews them, and certifications are the first screen most departments apply.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists cardiac physiologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by procedure volume
Job descriptions that mention case volume, cath lab throughput, or high-acuity environments signal a faster-paced role. If you have that experience, mirror that language in your application to show you understand what the team is managing day to day.
Prepare for competency-based clinical interviews
Expect scenario questions about arrhythmia recognition, emergency response during stress testing, and troubleshooting equipment mid-procedure. Practice talking through your decision-making process out loud, not just your technical conclusions, because interviewers want to see your clinical reasoning.
Negotiate shift differentials and on-call terms
Many cardiac physiology roles carry on-call obligations for emergent procedures. Before accepting an offer, ask how often on-call is activated, how it rotates across the team, and whether there is a separate differential for those hours.
Cardiac Physiologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most cardiac physiologists?
PeaceHealth, UVA Health, and Mercyhealth are hiring the most cardiac physiologists right now, with openings concentrated in Oregon, Minnesota, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems with large cardiac service lines and dedicated cath labs tend to post the most consistently throughout the year.
How do you become a cardiac physiologist?
You typically complete an accredited cardiovascular technology program at the associate or bachelor's level, covering anatomy, physiology, and diagnostic procedures. After graduation, you pursue credentialing through Cardiovascular Credentialing International, with the RCIS being the most widely recognized. Clinical externships during your program are essential because most employers expect hands-on procedural experience before your first day.
How do you get hired as a cardiac physiologist with little experience?
Focus on roles in outpatient cardiology practices or telemetry monitoring units, which tend to have lower procedural volume and more structured onboarding than a high-acuity cath lab. Highlight any clinical rotations, externships, or supervised hours from your training program. Obtaining your CCI student credential before graduation also signals readiness and seriousness to hiring managers reviewing entry-level applications.
What does the cardiac physiologist interview process look like?
Most processes start with a phone or video screen from a recruiter or clinical manager, followed by an in-person interview that includes scenario-based clinical questions and sometimes a skills demonstration or equipment walkthrough. Larger health systems may add a panel interview with cardiologists and lead technologists. The process usually wraps with credential verification and a background check before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to cardiac physiologist jobs?
You can find and apply to cardiac physiologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from hospitals, cath labs, and cardiology practices across the United States. Search for roles that fit your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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