Initial Evaluation Clinical Exercise Physiologist
About the job
- A Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology or equivalent is required.
- At least 1 year of relevant experience working as an Exercise Physiologist in cardiac and/or pulmonary rehabilitation is required.
- Strong anatomy and physiology skills are required.
- Above-average proficiency with technology is required, including guiding patients through digital health programs and troubleshooting wearable and tablet issues.
- Experience with medication reconciliation for cardiac and pulmonary patients is required.
- Experience providing care in a virtual setting and willingness to learn and influence new technologies are required.
- The ability to perform with little direction in a high-growth, early-stage startup is required.
- The ability to create and adhere to repeatable processes is required.
- Serve as the first face-to-face touch point for many patients joining the program.
- Provide high-quality clinical care using best practices set by the clinical team.
- Perform health histories, evaluate patient records, and suggest appropriate care paths.
- Provide lifestyle recommendations to patients related to specific goals.
- Enter notes and other relevant information into the electronic medical record.
- Communicate and partner with other members of patients’ care teams to coordinate care and oversee patient care plans on an ongoing basis.
- Work with the founders to innovate and improve the digital care delivery model.
- Collaborate with the technology team to support a smooth experience for patients and clients.
- Support patients and empower them to take accountability and ownership of their rehabilitation.
- Deliver high-quality care to patients participating in the rehabilitation program.
- A Master's degree is preferred.
- ACSM certification is preferred.
- Spanish language proficiency is a bonus.
- Experience working in clinical studies is a bonus.
- Remote work experience is a bonus.
About the company
Carda Health delivers home-based, evidence-backed cardiopulmonary rehabilitation through personalized plans that combine exercise, nutrition guidance, and stress management, along with a home rehab kit. A team of professionals, including a board-certified cardiologist and a family nurse practitioner, provides medical oversight and coaching to ensure plans are followed and adjusted. Rehabilitation is delivered remotely with regular check-ins and at-home equipment to support cardiovascular fitness and strength conditioning. The company differentiates itself by medical-guided, at-home care and a patient-centric, evidence-based approach, aiming to improve cardiovascular health and functional strength for patients needing rehabilitation.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
2020
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- CMS 2026 made virtual cardiac and pulmonary rehab reimbursement more durable through 2027.
- Carda said its home programs cut hospital readmissions 40% and lower care costs.
- Peter Antall became CMO in March 2026, leading 120-plus clinicians toward national scale.
What critics are saying
- Kellner v. Carda Health, filed February 18 2026, is a TCPA class action.
- The 2027 telehealth-home reimbursement expiration threatens Carda’s core delivery model if Congress stalls.
- Humana and Ornish can compress pricing, owning distribution and clinical branding while Carda supplies infrastructure.
What makes Carda Health unique
- Carda’s only home program with live vital-sign monitoring by physician-supervised exercise physiologists.
- Its July 2026 Ornish partnership delivers Medicare-covered heart-disease reversal from home.
- Humana nationwide access, launched January 26 2026, gives Carda payer-backed distribution.
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Benefits
- Remote Work Options
- Flexible Work Hours