An Exercise Physiologist or Specialist directs exercise programs for clients who are recovering from injuries or illnesses, who have disabilities or other chronic conditions, or who want to minimize health risks. Recommends exercise routines or modifications, and monitors patient health. Works in recreational centers, hospitals or other facilities. May provide advice to athletes and people interested in sports training.
Exercise Physiologist 1 Pulmonary Diagnostics Inova Health System parental leave, paid time off United States, Virginia, Fairfax Aug 10, 2026 Inova Fairfax Hospital is looking for a dedicated Exercise Physiologist 1 to join our Pulmonary Diagnostics team. This role will be Full-time, Day Shift, Monday-Friday, 4 days per week for 9 hour-shifts, 6:30am-4pm Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.
Featured Benefits:
Committed to
Team Member Health:
offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
Retirement:
Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions - starting on your first day.
Tuition and Student Loan Assistance:
offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
Mental Health Support:
offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
Work/Life Balance:
offering paid time off, paid parental leave and more.
Exercise Physiologist Job Responsibilities:
Develops exercise prescription and risk factor modification by incorporating comorbidities and musculoskeletal disorders, per established program (ACCVPR, ACSM, ATS, ACC, NASM) standards and guidelines, as evidenced by random chart review.
Reviews and develops Individual Treatment Plans. • Develops exercise and strength training programs, patient education, and behavioral health support specific to each patient to achieve optimal outcomes.
Demonstrates proper instruction and technique for performing appropriate exercise and strength training as needed to ensure patient safety and adherence to exercise prescription, as evidenced by direct observation.
Immediately reports significant changes in patient clinical status to appropriate members of the healthcare team and assists with emergency care according to department policy, as evidenced by direct observation.
May perform additional duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, or Kinesiology.
Certifications:
Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certifications from the American Heart Association within 6 months; Certified Exercise Physiologist from American College of Sports Medicine - Certified Exercise Physiologist (ACSM CEP) for Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab within 12 months; or Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional from the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation - Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional (AACVPR CCRP) for Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab within 12 months
