EXERCISE SPECIALIST - FULL TIME

Watson Clinic; Lakeland, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Watson Clinic in Lakeland, FL seeks an Exercise Specialist to assist therapists and licensed assistants in patient care under supervision. Proficiency in GE/IDX and Epic EMR is required, with clerical support alongside the Site Manager.

You will monitor referrals, schedule initial encounters promptly, and maintain a ready environment for care, while communicating progress with therapists and patients daily.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current BLS certification or to be completed within three months.
• 2 years of PT/OT/Rehab Aide experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and cancels appointments per protocol.
• Arrives and schedules appointments; runs reports.
• Manages referral work queue and initial encounters.
• Ensure therapy schedules are filled to capacity daily.
• Follow IDX Alert policy before scheduling.
• Maintain center environment and readiness for patient care.
• Communicate with therapists and patients about concerns and progress.
• Maintain department supplies and perform clerical tasks promptly.

Skills

Scheduling

Clerical tasks

Patient interaction

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

BLS certification

Tools

GE/IDX

Epic EMR

Job description

Summary/Objective :

Assist physical, occupational therapists as well as licensed assistants in patient care activities under their direct supervision. Exercise Specialist must demonstrate proficiency of the Practice Management and Scheduling System (currently GE/IDX) and of the Electronic Medical Record (currently Epic). Exercise Specialist also provides clerical support to the Patient Access Supervisory Staff and the Site Manager as appropriate and needed. Exercise Specialist monitors and works referral work queue by scheduling initial encounters in a timely fashion. Must be able to interact in an affirmative demeanor to our patients, visitors, and co-workers alike; expected to display a positive and professional image at all times to elicit a favorable lasting impression. Review patient status by referring to chart and direct communication with treating therapist on a daily basis.

Essential Functions

Schedules and cancels appointments accurately following physician, provider, desk, and location protocols.

Arrives and schedules appointments. Runs report sets as applicable.

Works the referral work queue as directed.

Facilitate timely scheduling of referrals ensuring that all therapy schedules are filled to capacity daily.

Follows IDX Alert policy prior to scheduling appointment. Follows PFS collection comments

Maintain the physical environment of the Center and ensure a state of readiness to provide patient care

Effectively monitor patient activity and communicate with therapist and patients regarding both concerns and progress.

Maintain all department supplies at proper stock levels and in appropriate locations.

Complete clerical activities/tech checklist as requested, accurately and in a timely fashion.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience: High school graduate or GED. Current BLS certification or to be completed within three months of employment.

Preferred Education and Experience: 2 years of previous experience as a PT, OT or Rehab Aide is preferred.