YMCA Reston - FT Physical Therapist/Personal Trainer
About The Position
The YMCA of Metropolitan Washington is a leading nonprofit organization that has a strong commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility. The Y is a cause driven organization that offers tremendous opportunities to make a difference. We invite you to join us in this amazing work to develop your skills, realize your leadership potential, and discover a career that is so much more than a job. The YMCA Reston is looking for motivated, driven, and enthusiastic fitness and wellness professionals to join our team. The Physical Therapist/Personal Trainers will work with each member to uncover and address any issues and attain their peak physical potential by establishing personal goals and objectives. Our ideal candidate must have a strong background in corrective exercise, previous experience in physical therapy and personal training, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Some of the exciting tasks you will do as a Physical Therapist/Personal Trainer include but are not limited to: Providing manual therapy, rehabilitation, injury prevention, and functional exercises for members. Developing personalized fitness programs, monitoring progress, and ensuring high-quality care. Guide members through rehabilitative exercises and personalized strength programs. Lead transformative one-on-one and group physical therapy/personal training sessions that not only build strength but also uplift spirits. Be a champion and coach to our members by motivating them to stretch beyond their limits to attain their goals.
Requirements
- Physical Therapist License required
- Licensed by board of medicine in the state of practice (VA)
- Current Personal Training certification from a nationally recognized organization from ACE, NASM or ACSM.
- Minimum of one year of outpatient experience
- Minimum of one-year training experience
- References from previous employers or patients
- CPR & AED certified
- Must be able to bend, sit, stand, or pick-up at least 35 pounds
- Conduct personal training sessions/group sessions and support other Wellness services at the branch (which may require lifting weights up to 50 pounds)
- Must have reliable transportation
Nice To Haves
- Post-Rehabilitation Specialist Certification or Medical Specialist preferred
Responsibilities
- Providing manual therapy, rehabilitation, injury prevention, and functional exercises for members.
- Developing personalized fitness programs, monitoring progress, and ensuring high-quality care.
- Guide members through rehabilitative exercises and personalized strength programs.
- Lead transformative one-on-one and group physical therapy/personal training sessions that not only build strength but also uplift spirits.
- Be a champion and coach to our members by motivating them to stretch beyond their limits to attain their goals.
Benefits
- We appreciate your talents, hard work and professional dedication and will reward you with a highly competitive salary and benefits package, including a 10% employer-funded retirement plan.
- In addition, we provide 403(b) employee savings retirement plan; ROTH IRA employee savings retirement plan, high quality healthcare; free YMCA membership for you and your family; a generous paid time off package; numerous professional development opportunities; an exciting and collaborative work environment; and the ability to work with creative, talented and diverse individuals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
