Certified Exercise Specialist

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center (legal name: Potomac Hospital Corporation of Prince William; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401k/403B with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year

Job summary

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center in Woodbridge, VA seeks a Rehabilitation Therapist for its Orthopedic and Neurology Rehab clinic. The role provides quality exercise and health education under licensed supervision, ensuring safety and a professional environment.

The position requires a Bachelor's Degree in a related field, BLS within 90 days, and ACLS within 90 days for certain roles. Competitive base pay with potential annual bonuses and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required in a related field.
• CPR/BLS required within 90 days for hire.
• ACLS required within 90 days for Clinical Exercise Specialist in Pulmonary/Cardiology.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, provide quality exercise and health education.
• Supervise clients during daily exercise sessions and ensure safety.
• Document patient response to treatment and support care plans.
• Assist therapists with treatment plans and education programs.

Skills

Patient education

Treatment supervision

Documentation

Daily operations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science/Health Science/Kinesiology/Recreational Therapy/Physical Education

Job description

City/StateWoodbridge, VAWork ShiftFirst (Days)Overview:For Orthopedic and Neurology Rehab clinicFull-time/1st shiftOverviewUnder the direction and guidance of a licensed clinician, the therapist provides quality exercise and health education for patients, assuring a safe, pleasant, and professional atmosphere. The therapist administers therapy treatments under the direct supervision of licensed leader.EducationBachelor's Degree (Required) Exercise Science, Health Science, Kinesiology, Athletic Training, Recreational Therapy, Physical Education.BLS is required within 90 days for hire.Certification/LicensureACLS is required within 90 days of hire for Clinical Exercise Specialist who work in Pulmonary/Cardiology Departments.ExperienceProductive and efficient in daily operations.Establishes and updates the exercise program to address the Client/participant's needs. Supervises and assists clients/participants with their daily exercise sessions, ensuring client/participant safety.Provides effective instruction to Clients/participants and their families through standardized educational programs and/or individualized training. Supports the health education needs of the center.Supports Therapist(s)/Providers in providing effective treatment plans. Documents patient response to treatment.Completes other clinical duties as assigned.Demonstrates ability to offer support and potential enhancements of services.We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $23.84 - $36.02 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career• Medical, Dental, Vision plans• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave• Emergency Backup Care• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans• Life Insurance• 401k/403B with Employer Match• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000•Pet Insurance•Legal Resources Plan•Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.