Fitness & Wellness Specialist - Wellness Center - Flex 0.5 (40 hrs biweekly) (67015)

Memorial Health System • Marietta, OH

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About The Position

In an environment of continuous quality improvement, the Fitness and Wellness Specialist I is responsible for assisting the Fitness and Wellness Specialist II and Director with the daily operation of the Wellness Center and included programs. This position also instructs group exercise programs, takes on personal training clients where applicable, maintains member files, handles Wellness Center clerical work, and assists in implementing motivational programs. The Fitness and Wellness Specialist I is required to provide a high level of member interaction and service to improve membership participation and satisfaction. Exhibits the MHS Standards of Excellence and exercises strict confidentiality at all times.

Requirements

• Associates Degree in a health related field required
• Will consider equivalent experience in lieu of education on case-by-case basis.
• Experience in planning and implementing exercise programs required.
• BLS certification required – will obtain during Hospital Orientation.
• Must have ability to use Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Must have interpersonal skills.
• Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following hospital policies.
• Ability to be sensitive to the feelings of others.
• Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities, age groups and individuals.
• Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Proficient in taking blood pressure and demonstrates understanding in use of Pulse Oximeter and Heart Rate monitor; will train upon hiring.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with special patient populations such as diabetic, oncology, bariatric, and post-cardiac rehab preferred.
• Personal Trainer, Group Exercise Instructor, Health Coach, and/or other specialty exercise or fitness certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in daily operation of fitness facility.
• Interacts with fitness center members to ensure exercise programs are conducted in a safe manner, as well as instructing members on proper equipment use.
• Addresses the concerns of fitness center members.
• Orients new members to the facility, providing safe and appropriate recommendations for exercise based on client’s goals, fitness level, and/or physical limitations.
• Works with director and other department staff to implement Evidence Based programs that meet the needs of local community.
• Maintains fitness center equipment and facility upkeep.
• Assists in increasing membership and usage of the Wellness Centers, as needed.
• Handles clerical duties such as ordering paper, answering telephones, scheduling appointments, and sorting mail.
• Assists with special projects as requested.
• Efficiently opens the facility for operation by unlocking doors, turning on equipment, checking equipment for use, and making sure facility is ready and equipped for classes.
• Securely closes the facility after hours of operation by turning equipment off, cleaning up after the day, preparing equipment for the next day, and ensuring all doors are closed and locked.
• Assists new and current employees in gaining access to the wellness centers through locating and completing documentation on MyMemorial, locating access numbers on badges and explaining method of use, orienting them to the facility, training them on areas/equipment of doubt, and maintaining approachability for questions or guidance.
• Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary.

Benefits

• Memorial Health System is proud to offer an affordable, comprehensive benefit package to all full time and flex time employees.
• To learn more about the many benefits we offer, please visit our website at www.mhsystem.org/benefits .
• Bonus Eligibility: Available to qualifying full or flex time employees. Eligibility will be determined upon offer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees