Rehabfit Excercise Specialist - Plymouth, United States - Speare Memorial Hospital

Speare Memorial Hospital

Verified Company

Plymouth, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Exercise Specialist

General Summary:

The Exercise Specialist leads, instructs, and motivates individuals or groups in exercise activities, including cardiovascular exercise, strength training, and stretching.

Essential Job Functions*:

Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for the knowledge base inherent in the role of the exercise specialist
Has a understanding of the physiological basis of activity and is able to prescribe and instruct exercises
Explains program and test procedures to participant. Considers agespecific needs in the assessment process and in service delivery
Demonstrates correct use of exercise equipment and exercise routines.
May conduct personal training services or group exercise classes, observing participants during exercise for adverse signs.
May advise their clients on how to modify their lifestyle outside of the gym to improve their fitness.
May supervise volunteers
Assists with scheduling member services
May be required to tend the front desk, sign up new members, give tours of the facility, and supervise the weight training and cardiovascular equipment areas
Provides instruction for individuals on exercise equipment and exercise regimen
Assists in ordering and receiving supplies
Maintains appropriate reports for the Director of Rehabilitation Services as necessary
Participates in clinics, conferences, and educational programs to increase knowledge and improve patient care and staff performance
Responsible for maintaining Continuing Education units for license renewal
Must comply with relevant laws and regulations as they relate to the position
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein
Complies with hospital and departmental policies, procedures, regulations and standards as related to job.
Demonstrates hospital's stated mission and values of teamwork, respect and communication with coworkers, patients, families and visitors.
Actively and appropriately participates in problemsolving identification and resolution, both intra

- and inter-departmentally.

Meets department customer service standards and strives to enhance the level of customer service provided.

Qualifications:
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Education

Required:
certification in exercise related field.

Preferred:
Bachelor's degree in exercise related field.
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Work Experience

Preferred:
At least two years experience in fitness program

Licensure/Certifications/Registrations

Required:
BLS certified

Exercise specialist certification or successful completion within 6 months.

Location:
Speare Memorial Hospital - Rehab Support Services

Schedule:
Full Time, Evenings, m-f 11-7