Personal Trainer

University of Missouri Health Care•Columbia, MO

2d•$23•Onsite

About The Position

MU Health Care is looking for a dynamic and inspiring Fitness Trainer to join our team and help facilitate healthier outcomes for our clients and patients. The ideal candidate is passionate about fitness and health, with the ability to motivate and coach individuals at all levels, from severely deconditioned clients to high-level athletes. You will thrive in a collaborative environment, working alongside health professionals to provide holistic care and develop creative solutions to overcome limitations from injury or illness. If you are dedicated to helping others achieve their fitness goals and lead healthier lifestyles, we want you on our team. Join us in making a positive impact on our community's health and well-being. Apply today to be a part of our innovative and supportive team!

Requirements

Certification in fitness training through one of the following organizations: - American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) - American Council on Exercise (ACE) - International Fitness Professionals Association (IFPA) - National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) - National Council on Strength and Fitness (NCSF) - National Exercise and Sports Trainers Association (NESTA) - National Exercise Trainers Association (NETA) - National Federation of Personal Trainers (NFPT) - National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) - World Instructor Training Schools (WITS)

Nice To Haves

Ability to motivate and coach individuals at all levels, from severely deconditioned clients to high-level athletes.
Thrive in a collaborative environment, working alongside health professionals to provide holistic care and develop creative solutions to overcome limitations from injury or illness.
Dedicated to helping others achieve their fitness goals and lead healthier lifestyles.

Responsibilities

Evaluates physical condition and advises, prescribes, and instructs routine and corrective exercises to strengthen muscles.
Recommends specific dietary changes to improve health and performance.
Routinely collaborate with health professions within MU Health Care and the greater community to ensure holistic care of client/patient.
Creatively and autonomously develop solutions to overcome limitations from injury/illness.
Instruct clients/patients through one-on-one or group settings about exercise activities that improve strength, cardiovascular endurance and flexibility.
Interview clients on personal fitness goals.
Develop exercise programs, tailoring workouts to client/patient needs.
Demonstrate exercise technique and equipment use.
Motivate exercisers to return for training sessions at a regular intervals in leading healthy lifestyles.
Coach, motivate, and inspire members at every stage of the fitness journey.
Document prescribed exercise routines and maintain record of performance during training sessions.
Daily updates to client/patient attendance records and payment for services.
May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.