Wellness Fitness Instructor & Health Educator

LCMC Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health in New Orleans is seeking a Health Fitness Instructor to design and lead fitness programs, conduct wellness assessments, and deliver education sessions that promote lasting healthy habits.

You will apply evidence-based practices, support older adults and community members, and help manage resources while maintaining a compassionate, patient-centered approach.

Join a team committed to proactive care and high-quality experiences for diverse populations in Louisiana.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in health/wellness or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a health and wellness setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement fitness programs, classes, and activities meeting diverse member needs.
• Conduct wellness and fitness assessments with individualized exercise prescriptions and technique instruction.
• Deliver educational sessions, workshops, and lectures on health and wellness topics.
• Apply PDCA/AIP continuous improvement methods to enhance program effectiveness.
• Demonstrate clinical competence with adult and geriatric populations.
• Support responsible resource management including equipment and supplies.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal

Motivate across varying fitness levels

Knowledge of current fitness, wellness

Empathy, professionalism, quality care

2+ years experience in health and well

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Health, Wellness, or related field

Job description

LCMC Health in New Orleans is seeking a Health Fitness Instructor to design and lead fitness programs, conduct wellness assessments, and deliver education sessions that promote lasting healthy habits.

You will apply evidence-based practices, support older adults and community members, and help manage resources while maintaining a compassionate, patient-centered approach.

Join a team committed to proactive care and high-quality experiences for diverse populations in Louisiana.