Clinical Exercise Physiologist - Pediatric Fitness

Work Schedule:

Part-time, 80% FTE. 8- or 12-hour day and evening shifts. The schedule is split between the Pediatric Fitness Clinic and the Get Fit Monitored Exercise Fitness Program. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Pediatric Fitness Clinic Hours

• Tuesday
• Wednesday (PM)
• Thursday
• Friday (AM)

Get Fit Monitored Exercise Fitness Program Hours

• Monday evenings: 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
• Wednesday evenings: 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Be part of something remarkable

Coordinate a multidisciplinary treatment plan towards exercise and fitness of children and adolescents at UW Health.

We are seeking a Clinical Exercise Physiologist - Pediatric Fitness to:

• Set the tone of the clinical visit to help foster positive behavior change using motivational interviewing or coaching experience with children and adolescents.

• Work in a vibrant setting focusing on fitness and health.

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.

• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.

• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.

• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in clinical Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Exercise Science or related field with emphasis in cardiac rehabilitation Required

Work Experience

• Three (3) month internship in a comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation program Required
• One or more years of relevant clinical experience in cardiac rehabilitation Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Current CPR certification Upon Hire Required

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

UW Health Science Drive Medical Center - on Madison's west side, is an 84,000-square foot facility housing physician and rehabilitation professionals in Cardiology, Integrative Medicine, Orthopedics, Radiology, Spine and Sports Medicine. Our Fitness Center provides a resource for both working with patients while under our care and providing education after discharge. This environment creates many opportunities for face-to-face collaboration in the care of our patients.