Exercise Specialist - IRG North Everett

IRG Physical & Hand Therapy; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 27,235 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education Funds

401K plan with employer match

Job summary

IRG Physical & Hand Therapy in Everett, WA is seeking an Exercise Specialist to assist patients with exercise plans, guiding them through prescribed programs and ensuring their safety and comfort.

Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma, prefer a degree in Exercise Science, and have relevant customer service experience. The position offers a salary of $19.77–$21 per hour, depending on experience, plus benefits like medical, dental, and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• Customer service or patient-facing experience preferred.
• Knowledge and adherence to HIPAA laws and compliance regulations.
• Ability to perform custodial duties using medical grade cleaning products.

Responsibilities

• Guide patients through therapist-prescribed exercise programs.
• Assist with therapeutic modalities and treatment set up.
• Provide encouragement and education to help patients achieve their goals.

Skills

Customer service

Knowledge of body mechanics

Ability to demonstrate exercises

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or related field

Job description

Exercise Specialist

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

At IRG, our motto is "Your Best Self." We foster a supportive, collaborative environment where employees are empowered to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients and communities.

Position

Our Exercise Specialists are integral to the team, responsible for assisting patients with exercise plans and modalities, establishing and maintaining relationships, and driving the patient experience.

What You’ll Do

• Guide patients through therapist‑prescribed exercise programs.
• Assist with therapeutic modalities and treatment set up.
• 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 – including but not limited to 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 Information

• Base salary: $19.77–$21 per hour depending on experience and location of clinic.
• Benefits (eligibility determined by hours worked; not all programs are offered to all employees):
• Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Sick, Personal)
• Continuing Education Funds
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• 401K 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.