Exercise Physiologist I - Exercise Oncology Program
City of Hope
Duarte, CA
Job posting number: #7312299 (Ref:10031239)
Posted: July 12, 2025
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Job Description
Join the forefront of groundbreaking research at the Beckman Research Institute of City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. Our dedicated and compassionate faculty and staff are driven by a common mission: Contribute to innovative approaches in predicting, preventing, and curing diseases, shaping the future of medicine through cutting-edge research.
We’re looking for a motivated and compassionate Exercise Physiologist I to join our Exercise Oncology Program. In this role, you’ll be on the front lines of innovative research, guiding participants through personalized exercise protocols that support their health and recovery. You’ll be the vital link between our program leadership and study participants—educating, motivating, and ensuring a safe, supportive environment every step of the way.
As a successful candidate, you will:
- Deliver and adapt exercise trainingfor individuals in the Exercise Oncology Program, ensuring safety, performance optimization, and appropriate modifications for special populations.
- Monitor and assess vital signsduring rest and exercise, identify abnormalities, and respond to medical emergencies as needed.
- Document sessions accurately, track participant outcomes, and manage scheduling to support efficient program workflows.
- Ensure quality and safetyby adhering to research protocols, supporting data collection, and maintaining a safe environment for participants and staff.
- Educate participantson exercise principles, device usage, and protocol adherence; communicate feedback to program leadership.
- Conduct physiological assessments, including pre-screenings, submaximal tests, and functional capacity evaluations.
Your qualifications should include:
· Bachelor’s in Exercise Science or related field
· 6+ months experience in exercise prescription/testing
· American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support Certification – current or obtain within 3 months is required
· Preferred Certifications:
· ACSM Certified Personal Trainer (or equivalent) – current or within 12 months
· NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
· Sport or exercise coaching certification
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
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Salary / Pay Rate Information:
Pay Rate: $23.34 - $30.39 / hour
The estimated pay scale represents the typical [salary/hourly] range City of Hope reasonably expects to pay for this position, with offers determined based on several factors which may include, but not be limited to, the candidate’s experience, expertise, skills, education, job scope, training, internal equity, geography/market, etc. This pay scale is subject to change from time to time.
City of Hope is a community of people characterized by our diversity of thought, background and approach, but tied together by our commitment to care for and cure those with cancer and other life-threatening diseases. The innovation that our diversity produces in the areas of research, treatment, philanthropy and education has made us national leaders in this fight. Our unique and diverse workforce provides us the ability to understand our patients' needs, deliver compassionate care and continue the quest for a cure for life-threatening diseases. At City of Hope, diversity and inclusion is a core value at the heart of our mission. We strive to create an inclusive workplace environment that engages all of our employees and provides them with opportunities to develop and grow, both personally and professionally. Each day brings an opportunity to strengthen our work, leverage our different perspectives and improve our patients’ experiences by learning from others. Diversity and inclusion is about much more than policies and campaigns. It is an integral part of who we are as an institution, how we operate and how we see our future.
