Exercise Physiologist

American Society of Exercise Physiologists; Carlsbad (NM); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, LLC (SIMCO) in Carlsbad, NM seeks an Exercise Physiologist to develop and implement the Medical Surveillance Fitness Program for Emergency Services and Protective Force Personnel.

You will provide preventive and rehabilitative occupational health services, wellness education classes and events, injury prevention training, and surveillance medical programming. Strong communication and program design skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, or Kinesiology with five (5) years of relevant experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years experience in exercise testing.
• Exercise Physiology certification from ACSM or ASE.
• Current certification in First Aid, CPR, AED.
• Must be at least 18; U.S. citizenship required except in limited circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of the Medical Surveillance Fitness Program for Emergency Services and Protective Force Personnel.
• Provide preventive and rehabilitative occupational safety and health services and programming (wellness education, classes, events, injury prevention).
• Oversee and design programs for diverse demographics (exercise, injury, chronic disease prevention).
• Present health/fitness research and apply to a diverse audience.
• Supervise and instruct members in a health/fitness facility or corporate wellness setting.

Skills

Exercise testing

Health and wellness programming

Communication skills

Program development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science/Exercise Physiology/Kinesiology

Job description

Overview. Be part of the nation’s only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste.

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, LLC (SIMCO), managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as an Exercise Physiologist and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Medical Services Manager and Occupational Medical Director, this position will be responsible for development and implementation of the Medical Surveillance Fitness Program for Emergency Services and Protective Force Personnel. This position provides preventive and rehabilitative institutional occupational safety and health services and programming, including, but not limited to, institutional wellness motivational programs, health and wellness education classes and events, injury prevention training, and surveillance medical programming.

Successful candidate will have:

• Knowledge of and experience with exercise testing related to cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength, muscular endurance, body composition, and movement.
• Tactical knowledge and experience in the preparation and programming of periodized training programs as well as developing health and wellness programs for the tactical and occupational athlete.
• The ability to oversee and design programs for a wide range of demographics including, but not limited to Exercise, Injury, Chronic Disease Prevention and Management of the tactical and occupational athlete.
• Experience in the preparation and presentation of health and fitness related scientific research and its practical application to a diverse audience.
• Experience providing supervision and instruction to members in a health and fitness facility and/or corporate wellness setting.
• Knowledge of health and fitness-related federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures with occupational health and safety practices including protection of patient health information.
• Familiarity with 10 Code of Federal Regulation 1046, Medical, Physical Readiness, Training, and Access Authorization Standards for Protective Force Personnel and National Fire Protection Association 1580, Standard for Emergency Responder Occupational Health and Wellness.
• Ability to foster a high-level of operational excellence, including flexibility in work schedule to meet the needs of target population.
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills.

Minimum Requirements

These requirements must be met to be considered for this posting. Uploaded resumes and completed applications are the means of determination.

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, or Kinesiology with five (5) years of relevant experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years experience in exercise testing.
• Exercise Physiology certification from American College of Sports Medicine or American Society of Exercise Physiology.
• Current certification in First Aid, CPR, AED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

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