Exercise Specialist

Memorial Physician Practices; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Well-being programs

Career development

Health & Fitness Center Access

Job summary

Haywood Regional Medical Center is seeking an Exercise Specialist to join our Health & Fitness Center team on a part-time basis, days. You will teach exercise techniques, ensure safety per ACSM guidelines, and maintain a welcoming, safe exercise floor for members and guests.

Ideal candidates hold a current Group Exercise certification and CPR/AHA certifications within 30 days of hire, with strong knowledge of wellness and health promotion. Benefits and development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Current certification in Group Exercise within 30 days of hire (e.g., NETA, AFAA, AAAI-ISMA).
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• American Red Cross CPR, AHA BLS, or AHA CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
• Knowledge of health and fitness preferred.
• At least one year of work experience in wellness, health promotion, health club, university and/or community recreation, or hospital fitness.

Responsibilities

• Teaches fundamental techniques and components using discussion, demonstration, repetitive practice, and integration of component skills into overall activity goals.
• Adheres to ACSM guidelines for safe exercise participation.
• Monitors the exercise floor creating a pleasant and safe area for members.

Skills

Group Exercise

CPR Certification

Wellness knowledge

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Schedule: Part time, Days

Your experience matters

Haywood Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Exercise Specialist joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Join our team at the Health & Fitness Center. Our dedicated team of exercise specialists, certified instructors and trainers support the needs of our community. We have a wide variety of positions within our 54,000 square foot facility. This position works closely with all areas within the facility to serve the needs of our members. Teamwork, critical thinking and compassionate service are important as we deliver high quality programs and services for the members, patients and guests.

How you'll contribute

An Exercise Specialist who excels in this role:

• Teaches fundamental techniques and components using methods which include discussion, demonstration, repetitive practice, and integration of component skills into overall activity goals.
• Adheres to ACSM guidelines for safe exercise participation.
• Monitors the exercise floor creating a pleasant and safe area for members.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Tailored benefit options for PRN employees, and more.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Health & Fitness Center Access: www.myhaywoodregional.com/locations/haywood-regional-health-fitness-center

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a current certification in Group Exercise within 30 days of hire (EX: NETA, AFAA, AAAI-ISMA, or others as approved). Additional requirements include:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• American Red Cross CPR, AHA BLS, or AHA CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
• Knowledge of health and fitness preferred.
• At least one year of work experience in wellness, health promotion, health club, university and/or community recreation, or hospital fitness preferred.

More about Haywood Regional Medical Center

Haywood Regional Medical Center (HRMC) is a 154‑bed acute hospital and includes 11 multi‑specialty clinics that have been offering exceptional care to the Haywood County community for over 97 years. The campus, located in Clyde, is also home to the 54,000 square foot Haywood Regional Health & Fitness Center, and the 44,000 square foot Outpatient Care Center. HRMC also operates two urgent care centers in the county. We are proud to be recognized for an "A" hospital safety grade from The Leapfrog Group, The Joint Commission National Quality Approval, Screening Center of Excellence with Lung Cancer Alliance, accredited Chest Pain Center from American College of Cardiology, and Center of Excellence from Addario Lung Cancer Foundation.

EEOC Statement

Haywood Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Haywood Regional Medical is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.