About this opportunity
Advocate Health lists this Exercise Specialist opportunity in bermuda run, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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
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Who can apply
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