Clinical Exercise Specialist

Sentara Health; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

401k/403B with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Sentara Health in Norfolk, VA seeks a Clinical Exercise Specialist to deliver therapy under supervision, supervise client sessions, and educate patients in health and exercise programs. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and adapting plans to clients' needs.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science and BLS within 90 days. The position offers market-competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science (or related field) required.
• 1 year of clinical experience preferred.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Administers therapy treatments under the supervision of a licensed clinician.
• Supervises clients during daily exercise sessions and ensures safety.
• Provides instruction and education to clients and families through standard programs or individual training.
• Documents patient responses to treatment and supports treatment plans.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science

Job description

Overview

• Full Time Opening!*

City/State

Norfolk, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Sentara Therapy Center Sports & Ortho is hiring a Clinical Exercise Specialist

• Full Time Opening!*

The Clinical Exercise Specialist administers therapy treatments under the direct supervision of licensed leader. Provides quality exercise and health education for patients, assuring a safe, pleasant, and professional atmosphere. Productive 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.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Health Science, Kinesiology, Athletic Training, Recreational Therapy, Physical Education, or Clinical Exercise Physiology.

Experience

• 1 year of clinical experience preferred.

BLS is required within 90 days of hire.

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.