Exercise Physiologist

Summary

Job Summary

Develops exercise prescription and oversees exercise progression in various populations including special populations. Job Responsibilities

• Assists with organization of special programs in the fitness areas for member population.
• Responsible for the day-to-day and long-term implementation of fitness programming.
• Presents special programs, events, and classes at the Healthpark, in the community, schools, and for business industry as needed.
• Shift Supervisor duties may be assumed in the absence of Manager on Duty, acting as point person for medical emergencies, opening / closing, minor problems, and member concerns;

contacts Manager on Duty when situation warrants.

• Performs fitness testing and exercise prescription based on the needs and goals of each client.
• When working with physician-referred clients, assesses and prescribes appropriate exercise, coaches and tracks progress and follows up with the member and the physician.
• May be responsible for documenting and entering charges in an electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Greets members and potential members with a smile and makes themselves available to help meet their needs, answer their questions, and make them feel important.
• Provides patient testing before and after rehabilitation including strength, body composition, flexibility, balance and endurance.
• Provides exercise prescription for patients utilizing test data, patient status and current medication regimen; updates exercise prescription according to patient response.

Implements concepts of cardiac secondary prevention.

• Recognizes contraindications to exercise and abnormal patient responses to exercise.
• Responds appropriately to all situations including exercise cessation and referral to medical professionals.
• Provides exercise information for patients, peers, and the community which may include public speaking and education classes.
• Maintains the cleanliness of the equipment and fitness areas on a daily basis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Athletic Training required upon hire OR
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Exercise Physiology required upon hire OR
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Exercise Science required upon hire OR
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Health Education required upon hire OR
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Physical Education required upon hire OR
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Sports Medicine required upon hire
• No experience required
• BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position AND

Skills and Attributes

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Knowledge of direct accountability for programs, fitness testing, exercise prescriptions, and customer service.
30+ days ago