Exercise Physiologist develops, implements, and evaluates exercise programs for patients. Conducts testing that assesses cardiovascular and metabolic effects of exercise for cardiac and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. Being an Exercise Physiologist follows testing protocols and selects appropriate testing protocol for the patient. Monitors patient during testing. Additionally, Exercise Physiologist calculates and records testing results. Coordinates with cross-functional patient care teams. May design exercise prescriptions, instructional materials, home exercise guidelines, and discharge instructions. Conducts exercise training sessions for patients. Requires a bachelor's degree in exercise physiology. Typically reports to a manager. The Exercise Physiologist work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. To be an Exercise Physiologist typically requires 4 -7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Moorings Park is looking for a full-time Exercise Specialist. The Exercise Specialist focuses on the seven dimensions of wellness (physical, social, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, vocational, and environmental) through a unified wellness initiative.
Contributions:
• Provides personal training and group fitness to older adults of all levels of care and special populations.
• Creates ongoing publicity for health promotion and upcoming wellness events.
• Encourages social interaction, promotes mental stimulation through educational programs, and supports self-esteem all leading towards self-efficacy and full engagement in life.
• Responsible for the upkeep of the fitness centers and equipment.
• Creates displays, flyers, newsletters, posts notice, arranges set-up, purchases awards and assists in decorations for wellness events
• Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures.
• Obtain knowledge and demonstrate the principles of Moorings Park, person directed care and successful aging philosophies and their inherent core values of commitment, respect, compassion, dedication, teamwork, and quality. Team member will support, actively participate, and act in accordance with the principles of the Moorings Park service culture and be familiar with and fluent in the language and service pillars of Moorings.
Job Requirements:
• Minimum BS in Exercise Science or related field with certification from ACSM, NSCA, NASM, or ACE.
• Previous experience as a personal trainer, instructor and/or assistant to a fitness or wellness director in settings such as athletic clubs, hospital cardiac rehabs or worksite wellness centers.
• Previous experience working in a life plan community preferred.
• Have and maintain an active CPR certification.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in the English language required
Moorings Park ® Communities, a renowned Life Plan organization includes three unique campuses located in Naples, Florida. We offer Simply the Best® workplaces through a culture of compassionate care for both our residents and our partners. We’re proud to be named a Great Place to Work Certified company through Fortune "100 Best Companies to Work For®".
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