Fitness Instructor - Wellness Center | PRN

10000 Sanford; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free gym membership

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking an experienced fitness instructor to lead a range of classes in our rural health system. You will motivate participants, choreograph routines, and ensure safe, effective instruction across varied ages and fitness levels.

Responsibilities include operating audio equipment, keeping classes on schedule, and supporting gym and pool areas. BLS certification and a supervisor-approved fitness certification within one year are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Background in physical education preferred.
• Experience in exercise, fitness, and aerobics classes preferred.
• Meeting continuing education requirements of applicable certification organization is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within six months of hire.
• Additionally, a fitness certification approved by immediate supervisor is required within one year of hire into the position.

Responsibilities

• Instruct fitness classes and motivate participants of varying abilities using safe, biomechanically sound methods.
• Operate stereo and microphone equipment during classes.
• Choreograph fitness routines and class layouts.
• Adapt instruction to different ages and fitness levels.
• Help class members and manage time to keep classes on schedule.
• Maintain positive working relationships with team, members, and the public.
• Assist in cleaning locker rooms, fitness areas, and pool area as needed.
• Act calmly and effectively in emergency situations; may serve as lifeguard for some classes and shifts.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Background in physical education

Experience in exercise, fitness, and aerobics classes

Continuing education requirements of applicable certification organization

BLS certification within six months of hire

Fitness certification approved by immediate supervisor within one year of hire

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Job Details

• Work Shift: Varies (United States of America)
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
• Compensation: Salary Range: $15.00 - $23.00
• Union Position: No
• Department Details
• Free gym membership

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the instruction of fitness classes, motivating participants of various abilities and fitness levels using physiologically sound and biomechanically safe methods.
• Job Description Displays the ability to operate stereo and microphone equipment for the duration of fitness classes.
• Choreographs fitness routines and class layouts.
• Demonstrates the ability to partake in the fitness activities and adapt exercise instruction to various ages and fitness level.
• Actively looks for ways to help class members.
• Possesses the ability to manage time effectively so classes run on time.
• Requires skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the team, members and the public.
• Aids in cleaning and maintaining locker room facilities, fitness areas, and pool area when necessary.
• Requires the ability to act calmly and effectively to emergency situations.
• Depending on location, will serve as life guard for some classes and shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Background in physical education preferred.
• Experience in exercise, fitness, and aerobics classes is preferred.
• Meeting the continuing education requirements of applicable certification organization is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within six months of hire.
• Additionally, a fitness certification approved by immediate supervisor is required within one year of hire into the position.

EEO Statement

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill. Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities.

Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.