Physiologist-Exercise

Baptist • Southaven, MS

13d

About The Position

Provides exercise and cardiac rehabilitative services and assists with daily program operations and customer service. Acts as a personal trainer, teaches proper exercise technique, counsels clients based on fitness and recovery needs, and develops fitness programs tailored to client needs. Services include fitness assessment, exercise prescription, and supervision. The role requires decision-making, emergency medical, supervisory, written communication, and verbal communication skills. The incumbent is expected to strive to maintain physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle as a role model for clients, and to provide a caring relationship that facilitates health and healing. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Entry-level experience requirement.
• Skill in communicating clearly and effectively in standard English in written and verbal formats.
• Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as needed to perform job duties.
• Ability to understand and prepare moderately complex written materials, such as client records.
• Ability to communicate verbally with employees, physicians, and other professionals.
• Basic computer literacy skills.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire date.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience.
• Specialized training and/or certification related to the practice setting.
• Completion of a bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology, Rehabilitation, or a similar program.
• Arthritis Foundation Certification, ANA Rehab Certification, CSCS Certification, MES Certification, APTA Rehab Certification, or AACVPR.

Responsibilities

• Displays knowledge of cardiovascular disease, fitness assessment techniques, acceptable fitness levels, and exercise prescription.
• Provides direction and supervision to clients who are exercising.
• Meets the educational needs of clients and the community.
• Maintains an organized, safe, clean, and efficient exercise environment.
• Completes assigned administrative duties.
• Contributes to the development of staff and students.
• Completes assigned goals.
• Assists with daily program operation and customer service.
• Acts as a personal trainer, teaches proper exercise technique, counsels clients, and develops fitness programs based on client needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed