Health Fitness Instructor PRN

LCMC Health; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

East Jefferson General Hospital, part of LCMC Health, seeks a Health Fitness Instructor to promote wellness through fitness programming and education. You will assess participants, tailor exercise prescriptions, and lead classes across diverse populations within a hospital setting.

The role emphasizes preventive care, patient-centered education, and collaboration with care teams to support long-term health outcomes for community members. Shift hours vary to meet program needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Health, Wellness, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a health and wellness setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement fitness programs, classes, and activities that meet diverse member needs.
• Conduct wellness and fitness assessments, providing individualized exercise prescriptions and instruction on proper techniques.
• Deliver educational sessions, workshops, and lectures on a variety of health and wellness topics.
• Apply continuous improvement methodologies (AIP, PDCA) to enhance program effectiveness and member outcomes.
• Demonstrate clinical competence in working with adult populations, including older adults and geriatric individuals.
• Support responsible resource management, including cost containment and proper use of equipment and supplies.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivation across levels

Wellness knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Health Fitness Instructor

Your job is more than a job. As a Health Fitness Instructor, you are a dedicated wellness professional committed to promoting healthy lifestyle behaviors that extend beyond exercise alone. Through assessment, education, and motivation, you play a key role in helping individuals improve overall well-being, prevent injury, and support recovery and disease management. You stay current with evolving fitness methodologies, nutrition guidance, and wellness trends, recognizing that proactive health management is essential to long-term outcomes. Your expertise, compassion, and ability to connect with others enable you to make a meaningful impact on the populations you serve.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement fitness programs, classes, and activities that meet diverse member needs
• Conduct wellness and fitness assessments, providing individualized exercise prescriptions and instruction on proper techniques
• Deliver educational sessions, workshops, and lectures on a variety of health and wellness topics
• Apply continuous improvement methodologies (AIP, PDCA) to enhance program effectiveness and member outcomes
• Demonstrate clinical competence in working with adult populations, including older adults and geriatric individuals
• Support responsible resource management, including cost containment and proper use of equipment and supplies

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Health, Wellness, or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a health and wellness setting

Preferred Attributes

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to motivate and engage individuals across varying fitness levels
• Knowledge of current fitness, wellness, and health education practices
• Demonstrated empathy, professionalism, and commitment to quality care

Why Join Us

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others by promoting long-term health and wellness. You will be part of a team dedicated to proactive care, continuous improvement, and delivering high-quality experiences for every individual served.

Work Shift

Variable Hours (United States of America)

About East Jefferson General Hospital

LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary.

About East Jefferson General Hospital East Jefferson General Hospital, a landmark of LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, has been the go‑to hospital for health, wellness, and one‑of‑a‑kind care in East Jefferson Parish for over 50 years. And we’re only beginning to realize our greatest potential. Learn more about East Jefferson General Hospital and our legacy, our future, and our national recognition as a Nurse Magnet Hospital.

Your Extras

Deliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real, but with compassion. Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Forget one-size-fits-all, think one‑of‑a‑kind care. See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective. Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. Love what makes you, you – because we do You are welcome here.

Equal Opportunity

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Additional Information

The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

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