Personal Trainer

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Personal Trainer to lead and motivate clients through tailored exercise programs. This role involves evaluating client health histories, developing personalized fitness plans, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills and a passion for promoting a healthier lifestyle. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and is committed to providing exceptional fitness experiences. If you are enthusiastic about health and fitness and have the ability to inspire others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in personal training.
• Strong customer service orientation and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate client health history to create individualized exercise programs.
• Track client progress and ensure adherence to safety policies.
• Manage Personal Training/Group Training schedule efficiently.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Motivational Skills

Knowledge of Exercise Physiology

Fitness Assessment Skills

Education

Accredited Personal Training Certification

CPR Certification

AED Certification

Tools

PC/Windows Operating Environment

Job description

The Personal Trainer interprets and evaluates the need, and plans, implements, and leads integrated individualized and small group exercise programs for clients at all levels, with a broad range of fitness, and rehabilitation techniques. The Personal Trainer supports and motivates their clients to exercise, and encourages them to live a healthier lifestyle.

• Evaluates client health history questionnaires to determine appropriate individual exercise program.
• Interprets physiological assessment data and/or post-rehabilitation recommendations of referring medical providers/therapists to determine the nature and extent of specific client requirements.
• Performs follow-up communication with clients, as required.
• Tracks client progress and maintains complete and accurate client files.
• Ensures member adherence to safety and injury prevention policies and procedures; prepares accident reports as required.
• Manage Personal Training/Group Training schedule two weeks in advance.
• Ensure client is fully paid before session package begins.
• Be informed of the latest trends in health, nutrition, fitness, and exercise.
• Enforces club policies and procedures, as appropriate.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by the Manager.
• Keeps certification current if applicable, and provides a copy at annual review.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Accredited Personal Training or Corrective Exercise certification from either NASM, ACE, NSCA, ACSM.
• CPR
• AED
• Must have a minimum of one year experience.
• Must be customer service oriented.

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be professional and outgoing.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and be able to motivate and work with a diverse group of people.
• Skill in the use of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating environment.
• Knowledge of strength and cardiovascular training and provide education method on how to present techniques.
• Knowledge of exercise physiology.
• Skill in developing comprehensive fitness and exercise programs.
• Skill in Fitness Assessments including blood pressure and heart rate.

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.