Find & Apply For Exercise Physiologist / Specialist Jobs in Jackson, Michigan

Company Description Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the

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Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Job Description Clinical Exercise Physiologist - Henry Ford Health Job Title Clinical Exercise Physiologist About the Department Join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Health¿s Jackson hospital campus, a cornerstone of care in mid-Michigan. Surrounded by the natural beauty of lakes and parks, our Jackson location offers a warm, community-focused environment where you can make a meaningful impact. Here, you¿ll work alongside a close-knit team to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to patients across the region. Our department is committed to improving health outcomes through innovative exercise-based therapies and multidisciplinary collaboration, ensuring every patient receives personalized, effective treatment. Role Overview As a Clinical Exercise Physiologist, you¿ll play a vital role in evaluating and improving the health of patients through exercise interventions. You¿ll support individuals with chronic diseases, helping them manage their conditions and adopt healthier lifestyles. Your work will directly contribute to enhancing patient quality of life and reducing disease progression, making a lasting difference in their health journey. Why Henry Ford Health At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible. What You Will Do Administer exercise stress tests and supervise clinic-based exercise training programs for patients with chronic diseases. Provide physical activity consultation and behavior change techniques to promote healthy lifestyles. Obtain medical histories, review medications, and assess symptoms and vital signs during rest and exercise. Interpret ECGs, measure heart rate, blood pressure, and blood glucose, and make point-of-care assessments. Communicate with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated patient care. Deliver specialized care to diverse populations, including the elderly, frail adults, children, and those with intellectual disabilities. What You Will Need Required Qualifications Bachelor¿s or graduate degree in exercise science/physiology or related field. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required within 1 year of hire. Preferred Qualifications Experience in a clinical exercise setting. American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-CEP) certification. What We Offer At Henry Ford Health, you¿ll find opportunities for career growth, collaboration with top healthcare professionals, and the chance to contribute to mission-driven work. We foster a culture of continuous learning, empowering you to develop skills and make a meaningful impact in patient care. Join Our Team Ready to make a difference? and be part of a team that¿s transforming healthcare. Qualifications Exercise Physiologist -

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Full-time Join our team and make a lasting impact on patients' heart health and well-being. At Jackson Hospital , we're dedicated to helping our patients live stronger, healthier lives through expert cardiac care and personalized wellness programs. We're looking for a compassionate and motivated Exercise Physiologist to join our team. In this role, you'll play a vital part in our Cardiac Rehabilitation and Clinical Weight Management programs, supporting patients on their journey toward improved cardiovascular fitness, lifestyle change, and overall wellness. What You'll Do Assist senior staff with the preparation and testing of complex cardiac diagnostic procedures. Prepare, operate, and maintain specialized cardiac monitoring equipment. Lead and monitor cardiac rehabilitation sessions, providing patient education, motivation, and therapeutic support. Plan, coordinate, and deliver individualized and group weight management program services under the direction of the manager and medical director. Develop and implement personalized exercise and weight loss plans, ensuring accurate documentation and progress tracking.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology/Exercise Science or Biomedical field. Four (4) months' experience preferred in a cardiac or similar clinical setting. Mandatory Competency exam completion and pass.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED

Current BLS-C required and Advanced Cardiac life Support Certification (ACLS) required within 1 year of hire. ACSM Certification as Clinical Exercise Specialist or Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist (RCEP) preferred.