Exercise Specialist

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist; Bermuda Run (NC); On-site; USD 33,200 - 49,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health and welfare benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Educational Assistance Program

Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match

Job summary

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is hiring for a full-time position in Cardiac Rehabilitation located in Bermuda Run, North Carolina. The role involves administering physical activity programs for various participants while ensuring adherence to exercise plans.

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or a related area, be certified by the American College of Sports Medicine, and hold a valid license for physical therapy. Additional benefits include paid time off and comprehensive health coverage.

Responsibilities

• Administers physical activity program for special populations.
• Reviews participant medical records and develops exercise plan.
• Performs fitness assessments to determine exercise plans.
• Monitors participant adherence to physical activity prescriptions.
• Consults on risk factor management for cardiovascular diseases.
• Delivers cognitive-behavioral counseling lectures.
• Maintains records of participant progress and exercise evaluations.
• Assists in the development of study protocols.
• Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings regarding exercise prescriptions.

Skills

Courteous and respectful communication skills

Demonstrates flexibility with an ever-changing schedule

Strong computer skills

Ability to organize and lead group lectures

Ability to understand medical terminology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or related area

Master's degree preferred

Certified Exercise Specialist by the American College of Sports Medicine

Licensed in the applicable state

CPR certification in Basic Life Support

Job description

Position Details

• Department: 37000 Davie Medical Center - Cardiac Rehabilitation
• Location: Bermuda Run, North Carolina / Davie Medical Center
• Status: Full time
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Hours Per Week: 40
• Schedule Details: Will alternate between covering stress testing and cardiac rehabilitation as needed to provide patient care.
• Pay Range: $24.10 - $36.15

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 & 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

Benefits

• Compensation
  • Base compensation listed within the pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience and/or training
  • Premium pay such as shift, on‑call and more based on a teammate's job
  • Incentive pay for select positions
  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Benefits And More
  • Paid Time Off programs
  • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life and short‑ and long‑term disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
  • Educational Assistance Program
• Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

Under general supervision, plans and provides comprehensive therapeutic care as part of assigned programs. Primary focus is implementation and supervision of the physical exercise component of the program. Serves as a resource to other team members regarding exercise techniques.