Personal Trainer

Oregon Health & Science University • Portland, OR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

March Wellness & Fitness Center offers health and fitness programs, based in science, that are designed to strengthen and nurture all aspects of your daily life – no matter what your state of health or stage of life – in a safe, supportive and motivating environment. Our emphasis is on helping you live a full and engaging life. March wellness & fitness center can support you in achieving wellness goals whether they include improving flexibility, managing a chronic illness, training for a marathon, or recovery from surgery. We believe that all of us can change for the better and that change can happen at any time in your life.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in exercise science or related health & wellness field.
• Experience providing strength training, cardiovascular, and flexibility training principles and techniques.
• Skill in exercise testing and evaluation of test data.
• Experience in evaluating medications, contraindications and risk factors.
• Hold and maintain a NCCA accredited certification through a national organization such as ACSM, NSCA, NASM, ACE.
• BLS HeartCode or CPR, AED certification.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Strong leadership abilities.
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to communicate to members and staff in a courteous, friendly and professional manner.
• Ability to project and promote a healthy image
• Ability to work independently, multi-task, be flexible and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel.

Nice To Haves

• MS in exercise science or related field.
• Two years of experience in the fitness industry.
• BLS HeartCode and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal training services by developing exercise prescriptions and programs for members on a one-on-one basis.
• Prescribe flexibility, cardiovascular, and strength training exercises to assist members in goal achievement.
• Maintain member information and tracking.
• Build a repeat clientele and recruit new clientele.
• Assist in planning, coordination, presentation and promotion of programs, classes, and events.
• Design and lead special programs as necessary.
• Demonstrate knowledge, ability and implementation of all polices and procedure related to the Fitness operations.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Respond to all emergencies.
• Other duties and special projects as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees