Exercise Physiologist I-Athletic Trainex

Kettering Health • Centerville, OH

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About The Position

The Exercise Physiologist I supports patient health and recovery by assessing physical fitness, developing individualized exercise programs, and supervising exercise sessions in clinical and wellness settings. The role contributes to patient safety, education, and improved outcomes through evidence-based practice and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. All responsibilities are carried out in alignment with Kettering Health’s mission, vision, values, and B Safe program; other duties may be assigned.

This position will support an industrial setting at Henny Penny in Eaton, Ohio, working with employees in the fitness center and teaching small-group exercise classes. It will also support Kettering Health Life Style Medicine and the ODH Rural Health Be Your Best grant.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or a closely related field.
• Completion of a clinical internship or practicum in exercise physiology or a related field; this may be satisfied through academic program requirements.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained or completed during department orientation.
• Knowledge of exercise testing and prescription principles.
• Ability to conduct and interpret fitness assessments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to educate patients and families.
• Proficiency with electronic health records.
• Critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and follow safety protocols.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a healthcare, rehabilitation, or wellness setting.
• Certification as an Exercise Physiologist, such as ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-EP) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assess physical fitness and conduct and interpret fitness assessments.
• Develop individualized exercise programs.
• Supervise exercise sessions for patients in clinical and wellness settings.
• Support employee fitness center activities and teach small-group exercise classes at Henny Penny.
• Support Kettering Health Life Style Medicine and the ODH Rural Health Be Your Best grant.
• Contribute to patient safety, education, and improved outcomes through evidence-based practice and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
• Complete annual competencies as assigned for inpatient acute care positions, related to the patient population and best-practice standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned and carry out responsibilities in alignment with Kettering Health’s mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level