Exercise Specialist - IRG Anacortes

IRG Physical & Hand Therapy; Anacortes (WA); On-site; USD 23,598 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education Funds

401(k) plan with employer match

Medical, Dental & Vision Plans

Job summary

IRG Physical & Hand Therapy in Anacortes is hiring Exercise Specialists passionate about helping others and gaining hands-on clinical experience. Responsibilities include guiding patients through exercise programs, assisting with treatment setup, and maintaining a safe clinical environment.

The position requires a high school diploma and knowledge of body mechanics, with a preferred background in Exercise Science. Pay ranges from $17.13 to $20 per hour, with various benefits including Paid Time Off and medical plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred background in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or Health Sciences.
• Experience in customer service or patient interaction is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Guide patients through prescribed exercise programs.
• Assist with treatment setup and therapeutic modalities.
• Provide patient encouragement and education.

Skills

Customer service or patient-facing experience

Knowledge of body mechanics

Ability to demonstrate functional movement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or related field

Job description

Build Experience. Make An Impact.

Are you interested in pursuing a career in physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training, or another healthcare profession? IRG Physical & Hand Therapy is looking for motivated Exercise Specialists who are passionate about helping others while gaining valuable hands‑on clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Guide patients through therapist‑prescribed exercise programs.
• Assist with therapeutic modalities and treatment setup.
• Provide encouragement and education to help patients achieve their goals.
• Prepare, maintain, and clean a safe clinical environment.
• Build positive, professional relationships with patients.
• Utilize electronic medical records (EMR) and other clinic systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Health Sciences, or other related field preferred.
• Customer service or patient‑facing experience preferred.
• Knowledge and ability to demonstrate body mechanics, functional movement, and exercises.
• Knowledge and adherence to HIPAA laws and compliance regulations.

Physical Demands / Work Conditions

• Standing, walking, bending, reaching, squatting, lifting, pushing, and pulling throughout the workday.
• Lifting up to 35 lbs.
• Demonstrate exercises including but not limited to jumping, balancing on one leg, rotation of the shoulder in multiple planes, and using exercise bands.
• Ability to properly transfer patients with use of good body mechanics while maintaining patient safety.
• Required to work at an IRG facility and be responsible for your own transportation to and from the work site.
• Potential exposure to virus, disease, and infections from patients in the working environment.
• Ability to perform custodial duties using medical grade cleaning products – cleaning bathrooms, laundry, and disinfection of exercise equipment.
• Work for extended periods of time at a video display terminal and will be required to use a keyboard to enter and gather information.

Pay and Benefits

• Base salary: $17.13–$20 per hour, depending on experience and location of clinic.
• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Sick, Personal)
• Continuing Education Funds
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Long‑Term Disability
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

IRG is an equal opportunity employer.