Exercise Specialist, HWC Lifestyles / Medical Fitness, Part Time, Day

Valley Health System

1d•$25 - $32

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: To provide general supervision coverage for a broad population of individuals engaged in an individualized exercise routine and to be capable of adequate BLS emergency response. The Exercise Specialist, under the supervision of the Medical Fitness Manager, is responsible for physical fitness assessments, exercise prescription, coverage of fitness center exercise areas as directed, equipment cleanliness/preventative maintenance, membership and facility policy enforcement, member incentive programs and delivering excellent customer service at all times.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in exercise physiology, exercise science, physical education, or related profession required.
At lease one year experience in working with special populations on exercise programming and physical fitness testing.
Current BLS course completion card - AHA Healthcare Provider/AED Current BLS.
Effective group process skills.
Effective oral and written communication skills to express ideas clearly.
Effective listening skills.
Ability to pay attention to details, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure.
Ability to function competently in stressful situations and the changing work environment related to changing client needs.
Ability to work cooperatively with clients, family members, and multidisciplinary team members (i.e. , physicians, Rehab, Respiratory, DI, Lab, etc.).
Ability to utilize effective time management to set priorities, perform job related responsibilities, and respond quickly to emergency situations.
Ability to use effective analytical and critical thinking skills to problem-solve.

Nice To Haves

Masters degree in health related field or exercise sciences related field preferred.
Exercise Specialist or Health/Fitness Instructor certifica

Responsibilities

physical fitness assessments
exercise prescription
coverage of fitness center exercise areas as directed
equipment cleanliness/preventative maintenance
membership and facility policy enforcement
member incentive programs
delivering excellent customer service

Benefits

Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
Retirement Plan
Tuition Assistance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities