(High Salary) Exercise Physiologist

Company: Optum
Location: Albany
Posted on: July 15, 2025

Job Description:

Explore opportunities at The Corvallis Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. For more than 75 years, our multi-specialty group has been committed to delivering exceptional care to our patients and fulfilling careers to our team members. As a leading clinic in Oregon’s mid-Willamette Valley, we serve more than a quarter-million people with offices in Corvallis, Albany and Philomath. Join a team that empowers you from the start and values work-life balance, teamwork and trust. We offer comprehensive benefits and competitive pay. Elevate your career with us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together The Exercise Specialist maintains the readiness of the therapy clinic and performs patient care activities as outlined in Oregon practice regulations (OAR) under the direct supervision of a therapist or therapy assistant. Primary Responsibilities: - Participates and maintains a culture within The Corvallis Clinic that is consistent with the content outlined in the Service and Behavioral Standards document. To this end, employee will be expected to read, have familiarity, and embrace the principles contained within - Performs Level 1 PCE’s from written instructions provided by the Physical Therapist as needed - Maintains cleanliness of exercise equipment and gym area - Oversees the Clinic rehabilitation membership members, including developing and implementing exercise programs - Maintains clinic readiness by stocking treatment supplies and cleaning of treatment areas and equipment - Directs patient flow and prepare patients for therapy - Assists therapist or therapy assistant with direct patient care. Demonstrate competent use of modality equipment and exercise equipment. Maintain proficiency in instruction and monitoring of exercise programs - Maintains clinic treatment records, posting of current transcription, ordering of medical records, x-ray, etc. - Maintains proficiency in the use of clinic computer systems including but not limited to retrieval of information or scheduling of patients - Answers phones and assist with other process-oriented tasks including, but not limited to, authorization of patients - Improves the quality of care through continuing education and self-evaluation of the effectiveness of care. This includes attendance/participation in most in-services/department meetings and remaining current on department policies and procedures - Participates in orientation and training of new employees You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or related healthcare field - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to complete BLS certification within 90 days of hire - Proven intermediate computer skills Preferred Qualifications: - Exercise Specialty Certification - Experience as a CMA, therapy aide, EMT, or similar role - Background in anatomy, physiology, or kinesiology - Demonstrated ability to work well with providers and other staff - Demonstrated ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously in a busy, fast-paced environment while maintaining quality of work Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $23.41 to $41.83 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment

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