Clinical Exercise Physiologist Jobs

Clinical Exercise Physiologist jobs are open across hospitals, cardiac rehabilitation centers, sports medicine clinics, and university wellness programs, from entry-level to senior and supervisory roles, with specializations in cardiac rehab, pulmonary rehab, and chronic disease management. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles62
Top stateMaryland
Top employerBriotix Health
Top cityBaltimore, MD
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Briotix Health
Exercise Science / Exercise Physiologist / Kinesiologist / Athletic Trainer -Ergonomics Industrial Injury Prevention (ATC, OT, PT, CEAS)
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Exercise Science / Exercise Physiologist / Kinesiologist / Athletic Trainer -Ergonomics Industrial Injury Prevention (ATC, OT, PT, CEAS)
Briotix Health
Traverse City, Michigan
Healthcare Administration
Occupational Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$33 - $39/hr
CPR Certification
201-500

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PeaceHealth
Clinical Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab
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PeaceHealth
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Clinical Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab
PeaceHealth
Bellingham, Washington
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Nursing
$31.6 - $47.4/hr
BLS Certification
10,000+

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North Texas Medical Center
Cardiac Rehab Clinician - (RN-BSN or Exercise Physiologist or PT)
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North Texas Medical Center
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Cardiac Rehab Clinician - (RN-BSN or Exercise Physiologist or PT)
North Texas Medical Center
Gainesville, Texas
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Learning & Development
Teaching & Instruction
Master's degree in exercise physiology
201-500

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Community Hospital Corporation
Cardiac Rehab Clinician - (RN-BSN or Exercise Physiologist or PT)
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Community Hospital Corporation
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Cardiac Rehab Clinician - (RN-BSN or Exercise Physiologist or PT)
Community Hospital Corporation
Gainesville, Texas
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Master's degree in exercise physiology
201-500

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Briotix Health
Exercise Science / Exercise Physiologist / Kinesiologist / Athletic Trainer -Ergonomics Industrial Injury Prevention (ATC, OT, PT, CEAS)
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Briotix Health
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Exercise Science / Exercise Physiologist / Kinesiologist / Athletic Trainer -Ergonomics Industrial Injury Prevention (ATC, OT, PT, CEAS)
Briotix Health
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Healthcare Administration
Occupational Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$33 - $39/hr
CPR Certification
201-500

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Clinical Exercise Physiologist Job Market

Who's Hiring

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    Briotix Health20
  • Banner Health
    Banner Health3
  • MedStar Health
    MedStar Health3
  • Allegheny Health Network
    Allegheny Health Network3
  • PeaceHealth
    PeaceHealth2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services10
  • Education2
  • Agriculture & Farming1

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical exercise physiologist jobs.

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in exercise physiology or a closely related field
  • ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-CEP) or Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist (RCEP) credential
  • Experience administering graded exercise tests and interpreting cardiopulmonary data
  • Proficiency with EHR systems and exercise testing software such as CASE or Mortara
  • Current ACLS or BLS certification required for clinical and hospital-based positions
  • Experience designing individualized exercise prescriptions for chronic disease populations including cardiac, pulmonary, and metabolic conditions

Tips for Your Clinical Exercise Physiologist Job Search

Tailor your resume to the setting

Cardiac rehab units, outpatient clinics, and corporate wellness programs each prioritize different competencies. Highlight GXT administration and risk stratification for clinical settings, and emphasize behavior change coaching and programming for wellness or community health roles.

Lead with your ACSM or RCEP credential

Many hiring managers filter resumes by certification before reading experience. Put your ACSM-CEP, RCEP, or equivalent credential in your resume header, not buried in a certifications section at the bottom where it's easy to miss.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists clinical exercise 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 that name specific equipment

Job listings that reference metabolic carts, stress testing software, or specific EHR platforms signal a fully equipped lab and a real patient caseload. Matching those tools in your resume shows you can contribute from day one without a steep learning curve.

Prepare a case presentation for interviews

Many clinical exercise physiology interviews include a practical scenario asking how you'd design or adjust an exercise prescription for a complex patient. Practice walking through your clinical reasoning out loud, including contraindications, progression criteria, and how you'd document the session.

Negotiate scope before accepting an offer

Ask specifically which populations you'd work with, whether you'd conduct independent stress tests or work under a physician, and how caseload is structured. These details affect your professional growth and are far easier to clarify before you accept than after you start.

Clinical Exercise Physiologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most clinical exercise physiologists?

The companies hiring the most clinical exercise physiologists right now include Briotix Health, Banner Health, and MedStar Health, with the largest share of openings in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Health systems with dedicated cardiac rehabilitation programs consistently account for a significant portion of open roles.

How many clinical exercise physiologist jobs are remote?

About 0% of clinical exercise physiologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most clinical roles. Remote opportunities tend to be concentrated in telehealth wellness coaching, digital chronic disease management programs, and corporate health consulting rather than direct patient care positions.

How do you become a clinical exercise physiologist?

You become a clinical exercise physiologist by earning at least a bachelor's degree in exercise physiology or exercise science, with many clinical roles preferring or requiring a master's degree. After completing your degree, you sit for the ACSM-CEP or RCEP credentialing exam. Most employers also require ACLS certification and supervised clinical practicum hours completed during your program.

Can you get hired as a clinical exercise physiologist without experience?

Yes, entry-level clinical exercise physiologist roles exist, particularly in cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs at hospitals that hire new graduates. Your practicum or internship hours are your primary clinical proof points, so document the patient populations you worked with, the tests you administered, and any equipment you operated. Obtaining your ACSM-CEP before applying significantly strengthens a new-grad application.

What does the clinical exercise physiologist interview process look like?

The interview process typically involves an initial screening call with HR or a clinical manager, followed by a panel interview with the rehab team and often a supervising physician. Many programs include a practical component where you're asked to walk through an exercise prescription for a sample patient case. References from clinical supervisors who observed your direct patient work carry significant weight in the final decision.

Where can I find and apply to clinical exercise physiologist jobs?

You can find and apply to clinical exercise physiologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your credentials and the setting you want to work in, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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