Fitness Specialist

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital; Somersworth (NH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is seeking a Fitness Specialist – Per Diem (10 hours per week) to join the on-site team in Somersworth, NH. Schedule: Per Diem – Mornings (10 hours/wk).

Pay range: $18.78–$34.81 per hour, based on experience plus shift differentials. The role oversees the fitness floor and assists members by developing individualized exercise programs, performing initial fitness assessments, ensuring equipment safety, educating on techniques, and providing ongoing motivation to help

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology preferred.
• HeartSaver CPR AED required (AHA).
• Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts initial fitness assessments to evaluate members’ capabilities, limitations, and goals.
• Develops individualized exercise and rehabilitation programs based on assessment results.
• Performs routine safety checks of fitness equipment for proper function and safe use.
• Educates members on proper exercise techniques and safety protocols.
• Provides ongoing support and motivation to help members achieve fitness and wellness goals.

Skills

Fitness assessments

Communication

Safety protocols

Motivation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology

Job description

Site: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries.

Job Summary

Fitness Specialist – Per Diem (10 hrs per week)

Schedule: Per Diem – Mornings (10 hours/wk)

Pay Range: $18.78–$34.81 per hour, based on experience PLUS SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS

Summary: Oversees the fitness floor and assists members as needed, ensuring a safe and supportive exercise environment.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

• Conducts initial fitness assessments to evaluate members’ physical capabilities, limitations, and fitness goals.
• Develops individualized exercise and rehabilitation programs based on assessment results and member goals.
• Performs routine safety checks of fitness equipment to ensure proper functionality and safe use.
• Educates members on proper exercise techniques and safety protocols.
• Provides ongoing support, motivation, and encouragement to help members achieve their fitness and wellness goals.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree Kinesiology preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

HeartSaver CPR AED - American Heart Association (AHA)

Certified Personal Trainer

Experience

Experience in a fitness, or healthcare setting 0-1 year required and Experience working with broad populations 0-1 year required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of exercise and fitness assessment protocols.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required to effectively interact with members.
• Ability to motivate and inspire individuals to achieve their fitness goals.
• Proficiency in using fitness assessment tools and technology.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

23 Works Way

Scheduled Weekly Hours

10

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range

$18.78 - $26.80/Hourly

Grade

4

the base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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