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Exercise Physiologist I

Job Details

Job Ref:
10036230

Location:
Duarte, CA 91009

Category:
Research

Job Type:
Full-time

Shift:
Days

Pay Rate:
$24.27 - $31.61 per hour

Join the forefront of groundbreaking research at City of Hope where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. Our dedicated and compassionate faculty and staff are driven by a common mission: Contribute to innovative approaches in predicting, preventing, and curing diseases, shaping the future of medicine through cutting-edge research.

City of Hope is seeking an Exercise Physiologist I to support research studies within the Exercise Oncology Program. Under the direction of the Supervisor, Exercise Physiology, you will deliver and monitor protocol-specific exercise training, complete physiological assessments, educate research participants, and help maintain a safe, supportive, and high-quality research environment. You will also serve as an important communication link between participants and program leadership.

As a successful candidate, you will:

  • Conduct individualized exercise training sessions across a range of intensities for participants enrolled in Exercise Oncology Program research protocols.

  • Monitor resting and exercise heart rate, blood pressure, symptoms and perceived exertion.

  • Recognize changes in symptoms or signs of concern and initiate the appropriate medical or emergency response.

  • Monitor and modify aerobic training to accommodate individual needs, limitations, and special populations.

  • Document training sessions accurately, including adherence, vital signs, outcomes, and adverse events.

  • Coordinate participant scheduling and track training-session utilization and outcomes.

  • Support protocol-specific physiological testing, research data collection, and adherence to standard operating procedures.

  • Educate participants on exercise principles, protocol adherence, and the use of program devices or equipment.

  • Assist with pre-participation screening such as, submaximal exercise testing.

  • Promote participant safety, confidentiality, equipment readiness, and a clean, safe work environment.

Qualifications

Your qualifications should include:

  • Bachelor’s degree within exercise science or related field.

  • At least six months of professional, internship, or other practical educational experience implementing exercise prescriptions and individualized training for special populations.

  • Professional or educational experience in exercise testing.

  • Ability to accurately measure resting and exercise heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and subjective measures of exercise intensity.

  • Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification or the ability to obtain certification within three months of hire.

Preferred qualifications:

  • American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Certified Personal Trainer credential, or an equivalent certification, currently held or planned within 12 months.

  • National Strength and Conditioning Association (NCSA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist credential.

  • Sport or exercise coaching certification.

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