Exercise Coach - FT

Electra Hospital District; Electra (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Electra Hospital District seeks a Fitness Specialist to support chronic care management and wellness initiatives. You will design and supervise individualized exercise programs, conduct assessments, and coach participants toward healthy lifestyle goals.

Collaborating with CCM nurses and rehab staff, you will promote safe activity, track progress, and provide education to diverse ages across the lifespan while maintaining accurate documentation and compliance with safety policies.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of exercise physiology and fitness assessment methods.
• Ability to design evidence-based exercise programming for diverse populations.
• Strong coaching, motivational, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and supervise individualized exercise programs for CCM and wellness participants.
• Conduct fitness assessments to establish baselines and goals.
• Monitor progress and modify programs to ensure safety and goal achievement.
• Collaborate with CCM nurses, providers, rehab staff, and dietitians to support coordinated care plans.
• Provide exercise safety education and promote healthy lifestyle practices.
• Lead group classes, workshops, and wellness initiatives.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, plans, attendance, and outcomes.

Skills

Exercise physiology

Fitness assessment

Coaching

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Customer service

Education

Associate degree in Exercise Science or related field

Job description

Supports chronic care management, wellness, rehabilitation, and population health programs by developing and implementing individualized exercise and fitness plans for participants across the lifespan. Conducts fitness assessments, provides exercise instruction and health education, monitors participant progress, and promotes safe, effective physical activity to improve overall health outcomes. Collaborates with healthcare providers and interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated care, chronic disease prevention, and healthy lifestyle initiatives. Serves as a resource for exercise safety, injury prevention, and sustainable behavior change while fostering participant engagement and accountability toward achieving personal health and wellness goals.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Plan, develop, and supervise individualized exercise programs for participants enrolled in chronic care management and wellness initiatives.Conduct fitness and functional assessments to establish baseline measurements and identify participant goals, limitations, and risk factors.Design exercise programs appropriate to participant age, physical condition, medical history, and provider recommendations.Monitor participant performance and progress during exercise sessions and modify programs as needed to promote safety and goal achievement.Collaborate closely with CCM nurses, providers, rehabilitation staff, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals to support coordinated care plans.Provide education regarding physical activity, exercise safety, injury prevention, and healthy lifestyle practices.Encourage participant engagement, accountability, and adherence through coaching, motivation, and ongoing support.Conduct group exercise classes, fitness workshops, and wellness programs that support chronic disease prevention and management.Assist participants in establishing realistic health, wellness, and physical activity goals.Monitor participants for signs of intolerance to exercise or changes in physical condition and communicate concerns to appropriate healthcare team members.Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, exercise plans, attendance, participant progress, and program outcomes.Track participant metrics including weight, body composition, physical activity levels, functional performance, and other program indicators as applicable.Participate in community health screenings, health fairs, educational events, and wellness initiatives.Support diabetes prevention, obesity reduction, cardiovascular health, and other population health programs through evidence-based exercise interventions.Promote safe use of exercise equipment and ensure compliance with all safety procedures and organizational policies.Assist with program data collection, outcome tracking, quality improvement initiatives, and reporting requirements.Collaborate with community organizations and local stakeholders to expand access to wellness and physical activity programs.Participate in ongoing education and professional development activities to maintain competency and current knowledge of exercise science and wellness practices.Provide services appropriate for participants across the lifespan based on demonstrated knowledge of growth, development, aging, and functional abilities.Perform other duties as assigned in support of chronic care management, wellness, rehabilitation, and community health initiatives.Participate in quality improvement initiatives designed to improve patient outcomes and enhance operational effectiveness.OTHER SIGNIFICANT REQUIREMENTS:Work well with patients, families, visitors, physicians, and other employees.Maintain confidentiality on a daily basis.Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.Support organizational efforts to improve patient access, customer service, patient satisfaction, and overall quality of care.WHY EHD?PEOPLE FIRSTOur staff is our most valued asset. Electra Hospital District operates eleven businesses that work as a team to provide complete continuity of care for our patients. We know that people make the difference and consider our team members the best in the business.BENEFITS & COMPENSATIONIt takes the best of the best to provide superior patient care. Our employees make a difference in our quality care, and we reward them for their dedication. We offer competitive, market-driven compensation and benefit plans.CULTURE & SUPPORTWe believe that the best patient care comes from happy employees. At Electra Hospital District, we strive to create a family culture with open lines of communication. A dedicated employee appreciation committee provides year-round fun at all our locations.EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Health Promotion, Physical Education, Wellness, or a related field preferred.EXPERIENCE: One year experience in fitness training, wellness coaching, exercise instruction, rehabilitation, chronic disease management, or a related healthcare or community-based setting required.PERSONAL JOB-RELATED SKILLS: Knowledge of exercise physiology, fitness assessment methods, and evidence-based exercise programming. Strong coaching, motivational, and interpersonal skills with the ability to encourage participant engagement and adherence. Excellent communication, education, and customer service skills. Effective oral and written communication skills.LICENSURE, REGISTRY, CERTIFICATIONS: Current certification from a nationally recognized fitness organization preferred. Current BLS certification required.PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Duties of the position require extended periods of standing and walking. Repeated bending, stooping and reaching. Pushing and pulling up to 150 pounds and carrying up to 75 pounds. Lifting up to 75 pounds and heavier lifting in transferring or supporting patients who may suddenly become weak or helpless. The ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions.