Exercise Physiologist - Wellness Full-Time - Carilion Wellness Roanoke

CP14 Carilion Wellness; Cave Spring (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Pension Plan

Paid Time Off

Onsite fitness facilities

Job summary

Carilion Wellness Roanoke is seeking an Exercise Physiologist to screen and assess participants, develop individualized exercise prescriptions, and lead private and group wellness programs under supervision.

The role covers safety, clinical reasoning, and progress reporting to referring clinicians.

Qualifications

• 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 is required.

Responsibilities

• Screen, assess and conduct tests of physiological measures to ensure safety and appropriateness of exercise interventions.
• Develop clinical exercise prescriptions for individuals with chronic/complex medical conditions or injuries.
• Lead programs in private and group settings and maintain progress reports for referring clinicians.

Skills

ACSM-EP Certification

BLS-HCP

Education

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

Job description

Employment Status: Full time Shift: Variable Hours (United States of America) Facility: 4508 Starkey Rd - Roanoke Requisition Number: R162571 Exercise Physiologist - Wellness Full-Time - Carilion Wellness Roanoke (Open)

How You’ll 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 Wellness Clinical Programs 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. Update 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. Certification required for hire. ACSM-EP Certification Preferred.

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

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.

Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic

• 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

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.

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