Exercise Physiologist - Multiple Sclerosis Wellness

Shepherd Center•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Exercise Physiologist assesses the physical fitness, strength, and endurance of patients and/or wellness members and develops individualized exercise programs tailored to their needs and goals. Goals may be determined by internal care teams, the exercise physiologist, and patients or members. The role may include exercise classes and individual sessions, wellness assessments and programming, program development, team leadership, and communication with members and external organizations. The position follows applicable American College of Sports Medicine guidelines and Shepherd Center safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or a similar field.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of the start date.
Experience creating and managing exercise programs.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Basic computer keyboard and mouse operations and basic typing skills.
Ability to learn computer-based operations for Word, Excel, Outlook, the Therapeutic Exercise equipment operating system, and video equipment.
Compassion and care for patients and families or caregivers.
Flexibility, self-initiation, and ability to take direction.
Ability to organize and complete tasks and projects.
Ability to follow instructions and problem-solve while multitasking.
Ability to communicate effectively in stressful situations.
Ability to provide appropriate follow-up communication.
Ability to transfer and position patients, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
Ability to use the body, tools, or special devices to move, guide, or place patients safely, effectively, and efficiently; requires judgment in achieving precision and selecting adaptive devices.

Nice To Haves

Two years of previous hospital or rehabilitation experience is preferred.
Basic word-processing skills are recommended.

Responsibilities

Assist other patient care team members with lifts, transports, equipment assembly, activities of daily living, transfers, wheelchair mobility and weight shifts, and locomotor training.
Instruct and conduct exercise classes and individual exercise sessions within American College of Sports Medicine guidelines, as applicable.
Participate in program development initiatives.
Maintain equipment, the gym, work and storage areas, wheelchairs, bathroom equipment, and other assigned areas.
Attend departmental meetings and required facility special events.
Instruct new employees and volunteers in departmental maintenance tasks.
Conduct in-service presentations on evidence in exercise physiology, as needed.
Communicate with current and prospective Wellness Program members about offerings and sessions, as applicable.
Conduct periodic assessments of Wellness Program members to track baseline function and performance and changes over time, as applicable.
Coordinate special wellness program offerings, which may include lectures, events, outings, and online educational or informational sessions or videos.
Serve as team lead for departmental activities and other health and wellness initiatives.
Serve as first line of communication for external inquiries and organizations, as applicable to the role.
Follow proper safety techniques in accordance with Center and departmental policies and procedures.
Report employee, patient, or visitor injuries or accidents and other safety issues to the supervisor and through the occurrence notification system.