Exercise Physiologist

Good Shepherd Rehab•Allentown, PA

48d

About The Position

This position will have an Aquatic focus. Experience in aquatic exercise and swimming skills preferred. JOB SUMMARY The exercise specialist will perform exercise-related client care services at Good Shepherd's fitness center. This position requires direct client contact, program development, related marketing and educational services. Will provide supervision of all fitness program staff.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree required from an accredited program in exercise physiology, physical education, kinesiology, or other exercise related fields - required
1-2 years of stress testing, exercise prescription, personal training and human performance testing experience required

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree preferred
Experience in aquatic exercise and swimming skills preferred.
Previous experience in cardiac rehabilitation preferred

Responsibilities

Delivers quality care by using objective measurements to develop an effective, comprehensive, appropriate exercise prescription
Pursues educational opportunities
Shares knowledge with others
Uses knowledge to develop exercise programs to achieve client's goals
Customizes exercise & communications to individual clients and their needs (IE cultural & cognitive)
Assures equipment is maintained in good working condition, reports malfunctioning equipment
Assures equipment is kept clean
Oversees safe and proper use of exercise equipment
Demonstrates flexibility to help others (IE provide pool coverage, adjust work schedule to meet needs)
Program development & involvement
Shares knowledge with therapists and other clinical staff
Embraces change and promotes positive work environment
Coordinate, per direct request of supervisor, all aspects (marketing, client complaints, staff coverage, statistics, and financial responsibilities) of specified Fitness / Wellness Program and maintains effective communication of program operations to supervisor.
Provide input to marketing / advertising mailings, publications, articles, health fairs, and presentations toward the advancement of the department.