Exercise Physiologist - Wellness - Carilion Wellness Roanoke

Carilion Clinic; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Carilion Clinic Roanoke seeks an Exercise Physiologist - Wellness to join Carilion Wellness Roanoke. This full-time role supports diverse clients across preventive and rehabilitative programs, performing functional assessments, developing clinical exercise prescriptions, and guiding individual and group sessions under supervision.

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or related field, 2 years of relevant experience, and national certifications such as ACE/ACS or NSCA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Sports Medicine or related field is required.
• 2 years recent and relevant experience required.
• Professional certifications: ACE, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA, or Cooper Institute required, or Carilion approved specialty training within 90 days of hire.
• Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP.
• Excellent organizational, oral and written communication skills; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Develops clinical exercise prescription for those with chronic and complex medical conditions and injuries.
• Performs functional assessments and evaluates movement capacity across ages and health levels.
• Develops and maintains safe, effective individualized exercise interventions during recovery from injury or surgery.
• Leads programs in private and group settings, demonstrates proper technique, and monitors responses to exercise.
• Maintains accurate records in EPIC and exercise training programs; creates training reports in a timely manner.
• Updates information, records appointments, and manages time effectively.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Sports Medicine or related field

Job description

Exercise Physiologist - Wellness - Carilion Wellness Roanoke

Employment Status:

Full time

Shift:

Variable Hours (United States of America)

Facility:

4508 Starkey Rd - Roanoke

Requisition Number:

R160548 Exercise Physiologist - Wellness - Carilion Wellness Roanoke (Open)

How Youll Help Transform Healthcare:

The Exercise Physiologist - Wellness screens, assesses, conducts tests of physiological measures and applying clinical reasoning to ensure the safety and appropriateness of exercise and physical activity interventions. Physical activity interventions will encompass a diverse range of people who could be potentially high risk, have an acute/chronic disease, require injury prevention, pre- and post-surgery management, cardiac rehabilitation, or athletic performance. Required to work under the supervision of the Clinical Training Manager.

The Exercise Physiologist - Wellness

• Develops clinical exercise prescription for those with existing chronic and complex medical conditions and injuries. Perform functional assessments and evaluate movement capacity in people of all ages and levels of health.

• Develops and maintains safe, effective individualized exercise interventions and advice for people following the acute stage of injury, surgical intervention, or during recovery to restore functional capacity and well-being.

• Leads programs in both private and group settings. Communicate effectively while facilitating training sessions and demonstrate proper technique when appropriate. Monitor participants for inappropriate responses to exercise.

• Utilizes appropriate and current clinical exercise techniques to effectively assess and treat injuries and other medical needs. Maintain education and knowledge of injury prevention, clinical assessments, human anatomy/physiology, therapeutic modalities, and medical terminology.

• Ensures a high quality of data collection in functional testing. Provide clear and timely progress reports and concerns to referring clinicians. Maintain accurate records in both EPIC and exercise training programs. Create training reports in a timely manner.

• Updates information, record appointments, and manage time effectively.

• Monitors equipment quality and notify Director of Operations if any unusable equipment is found

• Works collaboratively and communicate effectively with other staff members, providers, participants and community members.

• Work with clients who are at risk of developing or may have existing medical conditions or injuries. Objective is to prevent or manage acute, sub-acute or chronic disease or injury to restore optimal physical function, health or wellness. Interventions are exercise-based and include physical activity and support.

• Must be able to work autonomously across a variety of areas and target pathologies including but not limited to cancer, cardiovascular, kidney, mental health, musculoskeletal, neurological, neuromuscular, respiratory and pulmonary conditions.

What We Require:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Sports Medicine or related field is required.

Experience: 2 years recent and relevant experience required.

Licensure, certification, and/or registration: Personal training certification or certified exercise physiologist or certified clinical exercise physiologist or certified strength and conditioning specialist from a nationally recognized organization such as ACE, AFAA, ACSM, NSCA, or Cooper Institute is required. Carilion approved specialty training certifications: orthopedic, movement disorder, Parkinsons disease, multiple sclerosis and cancer are required 90-days of hire.

Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP

Other Minimum Qualifications: Desire to work within a comprehensive health care team. Excellent organizational, oral and written communication skills. The ability to work independently is required. Commitment to a healthy lifestyle as a model for participants and staff.

Compensation Range:

$18.70 - $26.18

Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies

Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. Thats why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life at work and when youre away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, well enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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