Fitness Specialist - Scranton, PA

Fox Rehabilitation; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to combating ageism and enhancing the lives of older adults through innovative rehabilitation services. As a Fitness Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in helping patients maintain their functional levels after rehabilitation. With a strong support system in place, including leadership and clinical education, you will be empowered to thrive in your career. This position offers flexible hours with the potential for growth, making it an ideal opportunity for those passionate about wellness and proactive care. If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of others, this role is for you!

Qualifications

• Must possess a Bachelor's in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or Exercise Physiology.
• CPR Certification is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement exercise programs for patients post-rehabilitation.
• Travel to patient residences and Senior Living Communities as needed.

Skills

Patient continuity

Exercise program design

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor in Exercise Science

Certified Personal Trainer

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

FOX is seeking a top-caliber Fitness Specialist to join our growing team in the Scranton, PA area.

Start your career today and join our fight to abolish ageism. This position is 10-15 hours per week with potential for growth.

Founded in 1998, FOX was the FIRST private practice in the country to provide outpatient rehabilitation services in an in-home setting for the older adult population. Helping patients restore the quality of life they deserve and desire, our focus is the rehabilitation of lives delivered through evidence-based therapy with innovative and proactive treatment.

The Fitness Specialist opportunity entails the following:

• Patient continuity: Patients are prescribed exercise programs to maintain functional levels after discharge from rehabilitation services.
• Excellent support system: FOX provides significant support for our Fitness Specialists through leadership, clinical education, and an assigned Program Manager.

If excellence is a priority to you and you desire to be part of a private practice that is revolutionizing the delivery of post-acute rehabilitation, you will feel right at home here. Text FOX to 609-853-5114 to learn more about career opportunities!

Requirements:

• Must have one of the following: Bachelors in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or Exercise Physiology; Certified Personal Trainer through a nationally recognized and accredited organization preferred (e.g., ACSM, NSCA, NASM, ACE, ISSA); or prior experience as a fitness trainer, with willingness to become a Certified Personal Trainer.
• Routine travel to patient residences and between Senior Living Communities.
• Expand territory as needed.
• Travel as required per practice needs.
• CPR Certification.
• Previous experience working with older adults in a proactive and wellness setting preferred.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Contact FOX Now!

Noel Styer, Career Specialist

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609-690-1589