Personal Trainer

Bronson Healthcare; Center (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Indiana is looking for a Personal Trainer to create effective exercise programs and provide wellness coaching. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, some personal training experience, and requisite certifications. Responsibilities include movement assessments, individual client meetings regarding fitness and nutrition, and handling administrative duties. The position offers part-time variable shifts with approximately 10 scheduled hours per week.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 6–12 months as a personal trainer required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science is preferred.
• CPT or CSCS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze movements and correct faulty movement patterns.
• Interpret body composition testing and make recommendations.
• Create exercise programs for a wide range of clientele.
• Conduct individual meetings regarding exercise and nutrition.
• Perform movement assessments and review health history.
• Critique client’s form and provide exercises to improve outcomes.
• Handle administrative tasks such as billing and scheduling.
• Follow up with clients to check progress.
• Lift heavy equipment and sustain hand/eye coordination.

Skills

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology

Interpersonal communication

Analytical skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science or related health field

Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) certification

Job description

Overview

The Personal Trainer creates safe and effective exercise programs aimed at reducing injury and helping clients achieve fitness goals. The role includes one‑on‑one wellness coaching, exercise plans, movement assessment, documentation of exercise programs, and administrative tasks. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 6–12 months of experience as a personal trainer (required).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science or a related health field preferred, with coursework in first aid/CPR, biomechanics, exercise prescription, and nutrition.
• Current Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) certification (NASM, ACE, ACSM) or Certified Strength and Condition Specialist (CSCS) required (must be in good standing and valid in Michigan).

Responsibilities

• Must have strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology to analyze movements and determine or correct faulty movement patterns.
• Must be able to interpret body composition testing to make recommendations for improvements.
• Creates exercise programs for a wide range of clientele.
• Conducts individual meetings with members regarding exercise, nutrition, stress, and sleep.
• Performs movement assessments and reviews health history as a baseline upon which to prescribe exercise.
• Critiques and evaluates client’s form while providing exercises to improve outcomes and minimize injury risk.
• Handles administrative tasks such as billing, scheduling sessions, reconciling payroll, and responding to emails.
• Follows up with clients via phone or email to check progress and provide feedback.
• Work may require frequent lifting (up to 100 lb) and handling of heavy equipment; above‑average strength and stamina are required.
• Work involves high levels of mental/visual fatigue and close tolerances requiring sustained hand/eye coordination.

Schedule

Shift: Variable
Time Type: Part Time
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 10
Cost Center: 2721 Personal Training (BLIRC)