Fitness and Sports Performance Specialist

HealthWorks•Morgantown, WV

6d•$14 - $15•Onsite

About The Position

The Fitness & Sports Performance Specialist is responsible for designing and implementing exercise programs for clients and patients and providing instruction of specific exercise techniques, methods and training curriculum. This position consults with therapists and physicians in assisting with the full recovery of participants who need rehabilitative therapy. Market and network within assigned territory to facilitate the growth and development of Wellness & Sports Medicine program services. Select Medical Corporation's Outpatient Division is a nationally prominent, locally driven provider of outpatient physical rehabilitation with almost 1800 locations in 37 states, plus the District of Columbia. Our highly respected clinical team provides preventative and rehabilitative services that maximize functionality and promote well-being. We develop individualized treatment plans to help achieve each patient's specific goals. Our integrated local market network allows us to effectively partner with physicians, employers, payers and case managers to achieve optimal patient outcomes in a cost-effective manner. We also provide physical therapy and athletic training services to professional sports teams, colleges, universities and high schools.

Requirements

Three years Personal Training, Strength and Conditioning or Fitness experience.
Clinical experience (from prior employment or via observation hours).
Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology or Human Health & Services.
Certified Personal Trainer from America College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), or National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), or American Council on Exercise (ACE), or equivilant.
CPR and AED Certification.

Nice To Haves

Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist preferred.

Responsibilities

Conducts wellness and fitness consultations, assessments and screening.
Develops individualized programs that ensure client satisfaction, safety and enhancement of rehabilitative goals and overall health and fitness goals.
Provides leadership and support for clientele, helps motivate clients/patients to achieve their health goals.
Instructs clients/patients one-on-one through individualized fitness programs.
Instructs clients/patients/teams in group settings (on and off-site).
Tailors programs based on the results that the clients/patients wish to achieve as well as based on their physical capabilities or restrictions.
Conducts sports medicine assessments with corrective exercise programs (Dorsi-Vi, Fusionetics).
Work closely with our Sports Medicine groups within their assigned region, in order to provide a variety of different wellness-based services, develop suitable program content to boost injury prevention awareness and peak athletic performance (wellness seminars, sports events/tournament coverage, team events, marketing events and demonstrations of sports medicine assessments, etc.).
Participates in the marketing and exposure of the Wellness Program Services.
Provides information about programs and events for community outreach of health, fitness and wellness (as requested).
Assists in the Cardiac Rehab program, as applicable. Monitoring vitals such as blood pressure, oxygen levels, and pulse rates.
Plays an integral role in Active Care Retail Sales (equipment for clinic and home use).
Monitors and tracks inventory of retail sales items and communicates needs to Center Manager.
Assists, monitors and instructs clients/patients by ensuring safe and effective use of gym equipment and weight machines.
Ensures the facility and equipment are maintained in safe and excellent conditions at all times and the aesthetics of the facility meet the highest standards.
Participates in and completes all quality assurance and outcome documentation, as requested.
Maintains accurate paperwork for clients and sessions.
Maintains and enhances personal knowledge by keeping all training certifications up to date and provides corresponding documentation for personnel file.
Communicates any equipment problems or client concerns to Center Manager.
Provides services within budgetary constraints, as directed.