Exercise Specialist

Position Highlights:

• Location: Bermuda Run, North Carolina / Davie Medical Center

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or related area with recent, relevant experience in an outpatient group setting.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Certified Exercise Specialist by the American College of Sports Medicine.
• Licensed in the State of applicable state for physical and respiratory therapy.
• CPR certification in Basic Life Support.

What You'll Do:

• Administers physical activity program for a variety of special populations and programs.
• Reviews participant medical records, assesses risks, and develops individual exercise plan.
• Performs a wide variety of fitness assessments as necessary to determine an appropriate exercise plan.
• Monitors participant adherence to the physical activity prescription.
• Consults with participants regarding risk factor management for cardiovascular disease, diabetes, osteoarthritis, or other identified factor.
• Prepares and delivers cognitive-behavioral counseling lectures to participants.
• Maintains records reflecting participant progress. Records and updates exercise evaluations and distributes as necessary.
• Assists in the development of study protocols.
• Performs other related duties incidental to work described herein.
• Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings by recommending exercise prescriptions and reporting on patient response to exercise. Provides maintenance of treatment areas, equipment and records.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Courteous and respectful communication skills
• Demonstrates flexibility with an ever-changing schedule
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to organize and lead group lectures and functional reconditioning classes
• Ability to understand and communicate medical terminology with other health professionals