Exercise Specialist

Salem Health; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Salem Health is seeking an exercise specialist in Diabetes Education at Salem Hospital, Salem, Oregon. You will develop and tailor exercise programs for patients entering rehabilitation, including cardiac or pulmonary programs, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to set goals and solve problems.

You will educate patients and families on healthy lifestyles, monitor progress, and ensure safe, effective care throughout rehabilitation while managing scheduling and documentation in a per

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in athletic training, health, physical education or exercise science required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire.
• One year of related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and Tailor individualized patient exercise plans based on age and condition.
• Conduct fitness assessments, interpret results and guide progressive rehab.
• Educate patients and families on healthy lifestyle, activity and risk management.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans to ensure safe care throughout rehab.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support goals and discharge planning.
• Handle scheduling, referrals, documentation and billing accuracy.

Skills

BLS Certification

Patient Education

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Exercise Program Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in athletic training, health, physical education or exercise science

Job description

Location: Salem Hospital, 890 Oak Street SE, Salem, Oregon 97301
Department:Diabetes Education
Position Type:Unscheduled, Per diem, Non-Exempt
Schedule:Days and times are decided upon business needs, No weekends or holidays

Your role with us

As the exercise specialist, you'll assist with direct patient care in developing and modifying exercise programs to meet the specific educational and physiological needs of patients entering into various rehabilitation programs such as cardiac and/or pulmonary. You'll participate in educational activities and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team for goal setting/solving.

What you'll do

• Develops and tailors individualized patient care plans and exercise programs based on age, medical condition and physiological needs.
• Conducts fitness and health assessments, interprets results, and guides patients through safe, progressive exercise and rehabilitation programs.
• Educates patients and families on healthy lifestyle habits, including physical activity, nutrition, risk factor management and emergency response.
• Monitors patient progress and physiological responses, adjusting treatment plans and ensuring safe, effective care throughout rehabilitation.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to support treatment goals, address barriers to progress and coordinate continuity of care and discharge planning.
• Manages administrative and operational tasks, including scheduling, referrals, documentation, billing accuracy and patient data entry.
• Maintains professional competency through ongoing education, cross-training, and adherence to clinical documentation and compliance standards.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required in athletic training, health, physical education or exercise science.
• Basic Life Support required within 90 days of hire.

Additional information

• One year of related work experience preferred.

Total rewards package

Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth.

Why Salem Health?

Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care.

We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection, and room to thrive.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].