Exercise is Medicine Greenville® Professional (EIMG® Pro)

YMCA of Greenville • Greenville, SC

3d • $22 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

The Exercise is Medicine Greenville® Professional (EIMG® Pro) is responsible for the orientation, preparations, and sessions for patients in the Exercise is Medicine Greenville® program. The YMCA of Greenville is a dynamic and rapidly growing association that seeks to strengthen the community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

Requirements

• Must hold NCCA Personal Trainer certification or higher
• Exercise is Medicine (EIM) certification or complete EIM certification within 60 days of employment.
• CPR/First Aid & AED Certified or certification attained within 30 days of employment.
• Excellent member service skills.
• Excellent knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology, & physiology.
• Computer skills involving Microsoft Office and email.
• Desire for health, wellness, and fitness promotion.
• Ability to perform under stress and reach deadlines.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Personal passion for health and fitness.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in exercise science or related field

Responsibilities

• Conduct orientation appointment with patient.
• Greet patient at the designated meeting point of facility.
• Direct patient to pertinent areas of facility, avoiding traditional tour format.
• Administer code of conduct forms to patient for completion.
• Educate patient on contraindications to exercise and contraindications checklist.
• Educate and instruct patient on proper use of blood pressure monitor provided for self-monitoring prior to every session.
• Conduct pre-assessment.
• Confirm participant first session start date and time.
• Advise participant on proper attire for first session.
• Complete appropriate membership paperwork and information
• Enter pre-assessment data into REDCap and EIMG®Pro Consult Summary form.
• File completed patient paperwork per HIPAA compliant guidelines.
• Assemble Patient Information Packet to be distributed to patients at first session.
• Ensure location is available/reserved for sessions (i.e. classroom), if applicable.
• Plan session exercise prescriptions, including any applicable supplies needed (i.e. white boards, posters, etc).
• Gather all necessary equipment and supplies for session.
• Check voicemail and email for cancellations or notifications of absences prior to every session.
• Conduct 12-week program comprised of one-hour sessions held twice a week.
• Complete Patient Contraindications check list at each session, including patient blood pressure measurement.
• Educational discussion based on handout in Patient Information Packet
• Execute appropriate Building Blocks in accordance to patient assigned modules.
• Transcribing exercise prescription and notes is recommended during session.
• Wrap-up discussion and Goodbye
• Enter session data (exercise prescription and notes) into REDCap after each session, preferably within 24-hours and no later than one week.
• At completion of 12-week program, the EIMG®Pro will conduct a post-assessment.
• Complete final data entries into REDCap
• Complete EIMG®Pro Consult Summary Form for all patients who attended one or more sessions with the EIMG®Pro, including patients who dropped prior to completing the 12-weekprogram. A form for each patient must be completed and sent to the appropriate EIMG®Coordinator/RN Care Coordinator, via secure fax line, within one business day
• Stay alert to any and all problems that may occur during assessments and/or members exercising including correcting any improper training techniques.
• Be a role model of a healthy lifestyle
• Represent the YMCA at community functions, health fairs, and special events.
• Attend trainings and meetings as required.
• Actively pursue ways to incorporate character development and the four core values of Caring, Respect, Honesty, and Responsibility.
• Maintain a positive, professional attitude while providing superior member service.
• Demonstrate a sincere pride in your work and in the appearance of the fitness center, assessment area, and the YMCA facility at all times.
• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers
• Attend/complete required abuse risk management training
• Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers
• Follow mandated reporting requirements
• Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities

Benefits

• Work Today, Get Paid Today!!! Instant access to your earned wages before payday.
• Free individual Y membership, with 75% discount on upgraded memberships.
• 50% Discount on Programs, including Childcare, sports, and aquatics.
• 20% Discount on Personal Training.
• 12% Retirement Contribution once fully vested.
• 403b Retirement Savings Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed