EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST, Fitness PRN

Fishersville, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 19 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Responsible for programming safe and effective exercise protocols for members at Augusta Health Fitness with particular focus on clients in the monitored medical program. Provides appropriate exercise recommendations for both apparently healthy clients and those with medical concerns or chronic conditions. Promotes healthy lifestyle behaviors to optimize both health fitness and quality of life. The exercise physiologist conducts health screenings and exercise testing to include strength flexibility and body composition assessments. Assists Site Manager with organizing and implementing programs pertaining to medical fitness programming. Attends health fairs/outside events representing Augusta Health Fitness. Exercise Physiologist will provide education to members about the health benefits of exercise and the benefits of the monitored medical program. Must also be able to lead group education and small group exercise classes. Exercise Physiologist must be able to communicate effectively to providers and team members across Augusta Health departments. Assists in covering shifts on the fitness floor as needed.

Education:

Bachelors Degree in Exercise Science Kinesiology or related field required

Masters Degree in Exercise Science Kinesiology or related field preferred

Licensure/Certification:

ACSM certified Exercise Physiologist or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire

BLS

Experience:

3 years experience in the fitness industry

Equal Opportunity

Augusta Health recruits hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment without regard to age color disability gender identity or expression marital status national or ethnic origin political affiliation race religion sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation veteran or military discharge status and family medical or genetic information.