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Exercise Physiologist in Iowa City, IA

Salary data, training programs, and job outlook for Iowa City-area Exercise Physiologists

💰 Iowa City Area Salary

Entry Level
$38,000
Median
$52,080
Experienced
$74,000

Salaries vary by employer, experience, and certifications. Iowa City figures based on regional BLS data and cost-of-living adjustments.

📋 About Exercise Physiologist Work in Iowa City

Exercise physiologists design and supervise fitness and rehabilitation programs for cardiac, pulmonary, and metabolic disease patients. They work in hospitals, wellness centers, and with elite athletic programs.

What You Do Day-to-Day

  • Conduct fitness assessments and stress tests
  • Design therapeutic exercise prescriptions
  • Monitor patients with chronic disease during exercise
  • Educate patients on lifestyle modification
  • Work with cardiologists in cardiac rehab

🎓 Training Programs Near Iowa City

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📈 Job Outlook

National Growth: 13% (Much faster than average)

National Jobs: 17K employed nationwide

Credential Required: ACSM CEP or RCEP Certification

Typical Program: BS in Exercise Physiology — 4 years