Personal Trainer - PT, Varies/Rotating

Mercy; Jackson (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy in Jackson, Missouri, seeks a Personal Trainer responsible for performing fitness assessments and creating personalized exercise plans. Applicants must possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience, along with certifications such as BLS and others from recognized institutions.

This part-time role allows you to make a difference while benefiting from great medical coverage, tuition support, and more. Join Mercy's collaborative team and help shape the future of healthcare.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience preferred or 4 years relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Certification from recognized institutions like ACE, NASM, or CSCS required.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical assessments on members.
• Develop personalized exercise prescriptions.
• Orient members to equipment and facility use.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Fitness assessments

Personalized exercise prescriptions

Education

Bachelor's degree in fitness, health, or sports related field

Tools

BLS certification

Nationally recognized training certifications

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Personal Trainer is responsible for performing physical assessments on members and developing personalized exercise prescriptions based on each member’s fitness assessment and health history. They orient members to the equipment and use of the facility and update member’s exercise prescriptions as needed while monitoring participation for retention purposes. They must possess excellent communication skills. Understands and practices the institutional Core Values of Dignity, Justice, Stewardship, Compassionate Service and Excellence.

Position Details:

Mercy Fitness Center – Healthpoint Jackson

410 W Main Street

Jackson, MO 63755

Shift: Part-Time (16-hrs week), Varies/Rotating

Qualifications:

• Required Education:
  • Bachelors degree in fitness, health, or sports related field or experience in lieu of degree as outlined below is required.
• Preferred Education:
• Experience:
  • 1 year experience is preferred for those meeting degree requirements. In lieu of degree, 4 years of relevant experience will be considered.
• Certifications:
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) certification is required within 90 days of hire.
  • Certification from a nationally recognized institution including but not limited to one of the following is required:
    • CES (Corrective Exercise Specialist)
    • PES (Performance Enhancement Specialist)
    • GPT (Group Personal Training Specialist)
    • ACSM (American College Sports Medicine)
    • ACE (American Council of Exercise)
    • NASM (National Academy Sports Medicine)
    • CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist)
    • Crossfit
    • ISSA (International Sports Science Association)

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.