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Exercise Physiologist II, Cardiology, Per Diem

Sutter Health·Berkeley, California

$50 - $70/hrPart TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 11 days ago
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Exercise Physiologist II, Cardiology, Per Diem · $50 - $70/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -16% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Berkeley, California ($59.93/hr, n=97)
  • 6 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)
$19.15/hr · p10p90 · $326/hr
this role: $50.15/hrmedian $59.93/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 97 posted healthcare roles in Berkeley, California rates. This role sits in the 41st percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 16% below the Berkeley, California median for similar positions.

Responsible for assessing patient safety during therapeutic exercise and designing individualized exercise programs for cardiac rehab participants. Monitors patient vitals during exercise and provides medical intervention when necessary.

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization

  • ABSMC-Ashby
  • Campus
  • Position
  • Overview: Responsible for assessing the safety of all patients while participating in therapeutic exercise. Monitors appropriate use of equipment. Works with healthcare professionals to design exercise programs to meet special health needs of each patient. Designs personal exercise programs for patients. Works independently with cardiac rehab class participants by monitoring the patients vitals ensuring their responses to exercise are appropriate and be prepared take medical intervention if needed. Communicates effectively with the healthcare professionals through the electronic medical record.

Job Description

These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development).

Education

Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.

Bachelor's: exercise physiology or related field

Certification & licensure

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider DEPARTMENT REQUIRED CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE: Department, PAMF Cardiology: ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Typical experience: 2 years recent relevant experience

Skills and knowledge

Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology, chemistry, and physics.

In-depth knowledge of exercise testing, exercise equipment and quality control.

Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Ability to perform multiple tasks and prioritize independently with follow through in a timely manner.

Ability to design, implement, and supervise individualized exercise prescriptions for people with chronic disease and disabling conditions.

Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations. Job Shift

  • Days
  • Schedule:
  • Per
  • Diem/Casual
  • Shift
  • Hours: 8
  • Days of the
  • Week:
  • Monday -
  • Friday
  • Weekend
  • Requirements: None

Benefits

No Unions: No Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 0 Employee Status: Per Diem/Casual Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $50.15 to $70.21 / hour The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in exercise physiology or a related field and at least 2 years of recent relevant experience. Must hold BLS and ACLS certifications.

  • bachelor degree
  • Anatomy
  • Pathophysiology
  • Physiology
  • Critical thinking
  • Quality control
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Emergency response
  • Patient assessment
  • Electronic medical record
  • Cardiac rehabilitation
  • Exercise physiology
  • Exercise prescription
  • Exercise testing

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$50 - $70/hr
Location
Berkeley, California
Posted
Aug 28, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Sutter Health

Sutter Health is a not-for-profit, people-centered healthcare system providing comprehensive care throughout California. Sutter Health is committed to innovative, high-quality patient care and community partnerships, and innovative, high-quality patient care. Today, Sutter...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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Market context

California Cardiac Exercise Roles Reward Specialized Preparation

California per diem exercise physiologist roles in cardiology typically seek candidates who can support cardiac testing, rehabilitation, and safe patient monitoring, making recent specialty experience and current BLS/ACLS certifications important competitive factors. This role requires a relevant bachelor’s degree and at least two years of recent experience; review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits from the original job description to save research time, then verify certification and scheduling details before applying.

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