Part-time Performance Physiologist

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Job Profile and Position Summary :

Human Powered Health, a human performance company, provides accessibility to advanced tools and analytics that help all athletes assess and understand their unique physiology to maximize their human potential.

The Performance Physiologist will apply their knowledge within the context of applied exercise physiology and biomechanics to lead fitness testing and interpret data to develop individualized programs designed to help athletes achieve their goals.

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

• Perform exercise assessments with clients. This includes exercise program design, fitness testing, and data interpretation in the areas of body composition, cardiorespiratory fitness, functional strength and power, bilateral strength, and any other fitness related testing.
• Conduct on-going fitness consultations for clients, including movement screens, needs analysis, and goal setting in order to recommend appropriate fitness programming and complementary wellness services.
• Develop comprehensive progressive fitness programming to support and motivate clients and ensure a positive overall experience.
• Develop, maintain, and leverage network of specialists in the areas of coaching, sports psychology, nutrition, and physical therapy to refer clients based on fitness assessments and programs.
• Monitor, engage and instruct clients on safe and effective use of cardiovascular, flexibility, and strength training equipment within the facility.
• Educate athletes / clients on clinically proven health and fitness information, available fitness and engagement programming, and referral services.
• Ensure all applicable staff are competent in completing safe and effective exercise testing with all pieces of equipment in the facility.
• Educate the retail staff on the products we are selling, to ensure staff can relay basic physiological benefits of the products to clients.
• Maintain positive customer / client experience by providing the highest quality of service.

Requirements :

• Master’s Degree in Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, Kinesiology, or closely related field.
• Current knowledge and industry standards of excellence in exercise testing (assessments), exercise prescription (program design), and body composition.
• Knowledge and ability to operate various fitness tools and equipment such as resistance bands, strength equipment, cardio machines, kettlebells, free weights, foam rollers etc.
• Capable of high-level organization, data analysis and results interpretation / application.
• Ability to communicate results to clients and how they can apply to their training and performance.
• Enthusiastic, pleasant, approachable, and outgoing demeanor with excellent customer service and positive interpersonal skills.
• Practical experience with a current working knowledge of exercise physiology and biomechanics testing such as cardiopulmonary exercise testing (VO2max, Lactate Threshold, etc.

DXA scans, force plates, gait analysis, and Wingate testing (2-3 years of experience preferred).

• Knowledge about the industry with the customer skills to network, engage, and interact with all clients, guests, and participants.
• Communicate professionally using appropriate vocabulary and grammar to obtain and relay information to and from clients / guests.
• Competent with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).

Must have current CPR / AED and First Aid certifications within the first four weeks of hire date.

Licensure as required by state in which services are provided (ex. Limited Scope X-ray Operator for DXA). Certifications / licenses in relevant field;

equivalent training will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications :

• DXA certified.
• Public speaking, technical writing, and lecture development skills.
• Certifications from National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), or equivalent.

Human Powered Health is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.