Exercise Physiologist - Corporate Fitness (Part-Time)

OhioHealth•Akron, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This exercise physiologist role works onsite within one of our larger employer partner's fitness center. As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties. The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (Required)
BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
CPR - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation - American Red Cross
Field of Study: Exercise Physiology OR Related Field
six months internship plus three to six months of time on the job.
Work requires a relatively high level of problem solving skills, collecting, analyzing and interpreting data in order to solve clinical problems that require a professional level of knowledge in a specific discipline.
Work requires good communication skills (verbal/written) and active listening skills, giving directions and information, problem solving and making independent decisions, dealing with interruptions and stressful situations.
Work requires the ability to prioritize, organize, have flexible work schedule, and use management skills optimally.
Work requires the ability to respond in an emergency situation appropriately.
Work requires following existing procedure and instructions but also receiving assignments in the form of results expected, due dates and general procedures to follow.
CPR Certification .

Responsibilities

Performs and evaluates fitness assessments, including but not limited to, sub-maximal VO2, body composition, flexibility, muscular strength and endurance.
Circulates among participants, evaluates progress and makes appropriate modifications to current program s to facilitate achievement of goals or establishing new goals.
Leads and instructs participants and interdisciplinary staff in use of strength training and cardiovascular/aerobic equipment and/or stretching and body awareness activities as needed.
Assists in check-in as needed.
Develops exercise treatment plan and goal setting including home exercise plan based on assessment data, problem/risk factors, baseline exercise stress test, and participant preferences.
Reviews and updates exercise prescriptions in collaboration with the clinical staff for patients enrolled in specialty programs.
Presents and/or attends educational sessions focused on improving knowledge and skills in various aspects of physical activity and behavioral change.
Ensures appropriate exercise principles/techniques are utilized by participants and staff.
Ensures standards are maintained for cleanliness, friendliness, equipment maintenance, and availability of supplies.
Maintains and respects member confidentiality.
Meets specific outcomes based on OhioHealth Balanced Scorecard as defined by the Facility Manager.
Assists with development and implementation of policies and procedures for assigned areas.
Incorporates current research into exercise programs.
Demonstrates knowledge of and commitment to vision, mission, goals and objectives of OhioHealth.
Supervises students as needed.
Participates in new program development or research projects for specialty populations as needed.
Assumes responsibility for meeting personal performance goals, certification s and program standards.