Exercise Physiologist

Your Future Role At A Glance

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Facility: Public Safety Medical

Department: Wellness Preventative Care

Schedule: Monday Friday, 7:30am 4pm (Start times vary depending on travel schedule)

Life At Ascension: Where Purpose Meets Opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits That Help You Thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How You'll Make An Impact In This Role

• Travel Breakdown (65% Total):
  • Overnight Travel (40%): Includes hotel/lodging paid by the company, meal reimbursement, mileage reimbursement, plus a $125 per-night bonus for every night spent away.
  • Local Travel (25%): Typically within an hour of the Indianapolis office. Company vehicles may be available for local travel; applicable mileage reimbursement is provided when using a personal vehicle.
• Design and adapt tailored exercise therapy plans using baseline assessments, health status, and medication profiles to help patients safely achieve their rehabilitation goals.
• Monitor patient vital signs and exercise responses in real time, recognizing key contraindications to ensure every session is delivered with maximum clinical safety.
• Lead dynamic community and patient education classes to empower individuals with the knowledge they need for long-term health and wellness.
• Keep department equipment and patient records impeccably maintained, ensuring seamless daily operations and high standards of care.
• Step up as a shift leader in the manager's absence to support team workflow and maintain unbroken continuity of patient care.

What Minimum Requirements You'll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certification specializing in Sports Medicine preferred.
• Exercise Physiologist credentialed from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) preferred.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's degree preferred.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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