Exercise Specialist

Atrium Health; Advance (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health seeks an Exercise Specialist at Bermuda Run, NC (Davie Medical Center) to administer outpatient fitness programs for diverse populations. You will assess risks, develop personalized plans, conduct fitness tests, monitor progress, and provide risk-factor counseling in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team.

Requires a Bachelor's in Exercise Science, ACSM certification, and state licensure; Master’s preferred, CPR/BLS, and strong communication skills in a dynamic outpatient setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or related area with recent, relevant experience in an outpatient group setting.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Certified Exercise Specialist by the American College of Sports Medicine.
• Licensed in the State of applicable state for physical and respiratory therapy.
• CPR certification in Basic Life Support.

Responsibilities

• Administers physical activity program for a variety of special populations and programs.
• Reviews participant medical records, assesses risks, and develops individual exercise plan.
• Performs a wide variety of fitness assessments as necessary to determine an appropriate exercise plan.
• Monitors participant adherence to the physical activity prescription.
• Consults with participants regarding risk factor management for cardiovascular disease, diabetes, osteoarthritis, or other identified factor.
• Prepares and delivers cognitive-behavioral counseling lectures to participants.
• Maintains records reflecting participant progress. Records and updates exercise evaluations and distributes as necessary.
• Assists in the development of study protocols.
• Performs other related duties incidental to work described herein.
• Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings by recommending exercise prescriptions and reporting on patient response to exercise. Provides maintenance of treatment areas, equipment and records.

Skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Computer skills

Group lectures leadership

Medical terminology comprehension

Education

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science

Master's degree preferred

Certified Exercise Specialist (ACSM)

State licensure for physical and respiratory therapy

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

• Location: Bermuda Run, North Carolina / Davie Medical Center

Position Highlights

• Location: Bermuda Run, North Carolina / Davie Medical Center

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or related area with recent, relevant experience in an outpatient group setting.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Certified Exercise Specialist by the American College of Sports Medicine.
• Licensed in the State of applicable state for physical and respiratory therapy.
• CPR certification in Basic Life Support.

What You'll Do

• Administers physical activity program for a variety of special populations and programs.
• Reviews participant medical records, assesses risks, and develops individual exercise plan.
• Performs a wide variety of fitness assessments as necessary to determine an appropriate exercise plan.
• Monitors participant adherence to the physical activity prescription.
• Consults with participants regarding risk factor management for cardiovascular disease, diabetes, osteoarthritis, or other identified factor.
• Prepares and delivers cognitive-behavioral counseling lectures to participants.
• Maintains records reflecting participant progress. Records and updates exercise evaluations and distributes as necessary.
• Assists in the development of study protocols.
• Performs other related duties incidental to work described herein.
• Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings by recommending exercise prescriptions and reporting on patient response to exercise. Provides maintenance of treatment areas, equipment and records.

Skills/Qualifications

• Courteous and respectful communication skills
• Demonstrates flexibility with an ever-changing schedule
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to organize and lead group lectures and functional reconditioning classes
• Ability to understand and communicate medical terminology with other health professionals