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Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab

NorthShore University HealthSystem
paid time off, tuition reimbursement
United States, Illinois, Highland Park
Apr 28, 2026

Hourly Pay Range:

$26.61 - $39.92 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

  • Position: Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab
  • Location: Highland Park
  • Hours: 40 hours per week, Department is open 630a-530p
  • Schedule: M-F, 4 days per week (3- 10.5 hours and 1- 8.5 hours), Day off TBD (and may fluctuate).
  • No weekends or holidays

What you will need:

  • 1+ year of cardiac and/or pulmonary rehabilitation experience highly preferred ECG (EKG) interpretation skills
  • Exercise prescription and patient monitoring experience
  • Bachelor of Science degree in an exercise science or a related field (e.g. Kinesiology or Physical Education). Emphasis in exercise physiology preferred.
  • Current CPR Certification issued by either American Heart Association or Red Cross
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification (within 6 months of hire)

What you will do:

  • Develop and implement individualized exercise programs for cardiac and pulmonary rehab patients
  • Monitor patients during exercise sessions, including vital signs and ECG (EKG)
  • Modify exercise plans based on patient response and progress
  • Lead group exercise sessions, including warm-up and cool-down
  • Provide patient education on exercise, risk factors, and lifestyle changes
  • Maintain accurate documentation and patient records
  • Support safe, effective progression toward independent, home-based exercise routines

Benefits (full-time or part-time positions):

  • Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job
  • Incentive pay for select positions
  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
  • Career pathways to promote professional growth and development
  • Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Free Parking
  • Wellness Program Savings Plan
  • Health Savings Account Options
  • Retirement Options with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
  • Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best".

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

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