Exercise SpecialistGeneral 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 age-specific 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 co-workers, patients, families and visitors.· Actively and appropriately participates in problem-solving identification and resolution, both intra- and inter-departmentally.· Meets department customer service standards and strives to enhance the level of customer service provided.Qualifications:· EducationRequired: certification in exercise related field.Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in exercise related field.· Work ExperiencePreferred: At least two years experience in fitness program· Licensure/Certifications/RegistrationsRequired: BLS certifiedExercise specialist certification or successful completion within 6 months.
