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Fitness Specialist - Fitness Center - Full-Time

The Fitness Specialist is responsible for conducting one-on-one and group training exercise sessions with members and non-members. Other duties include exercise testing and evaluation, and the development of appropriate exercise programs. Performs various duties assigned by department management according to policies and procedures and the mission of Woman's Hospital.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Kinesiology or a health-related discipline.
• Three years of experience in personal training and/or exercise instruction preferred.
• National certification in personal training or exercise physiology required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities:

• Seeks out opportunities to teach Group Classes and teaches Group Classes as requested by management.
• Performs appropriate movement screens and selects fitness tests that are both safe and appropriate for the individual.
• Utilizes assessment protocols and program skills as documented in member files and reviewed on a quarterly basis by fitness services supervisor.
• Reviews of random fitness training programs to ensure the latest ACSM guidelines, member goals and assessment results are met which includes the information in the exercise programs prior to the training session with the member.
• Assists with equipment cleaning and maintenance.
• Rotates through the member retention committee meetings and contributes constructive ideas verbally, in writing and follow through.
• Completes a minimum of three CEU courses related to primary responsibilities and reports information learned at either monthly fitness staff meetings or personal trainer retreats.
• Any other duties as assigned by Woman's Hospital.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Rotating weekends

Pay Range:

Hourly/Non-Exempt

$17.00 - $24.00; based on work experience

A Work Experience with Purpose:

Woman's is one of the largest specialty hospitals in the country dedicated to the care of women and infants. Nationally recognized for exceptional patient care, innovative programs, and a supportive work environment, we consistently exceed state and national benchmarks for patient satisfactiona reflection of our commitment to those we serve.

We're home to Louisiana's largest delivery service and perform thousands of procedures annually, including over 8,500 surgeries and 35,000 breast procedures. Woman's was the first hospital in the Baton Rouge area to earn Magnet designation for nursing excellence, and we're honored to be named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work in Healthcare year after year.

We are proud of the care our staff provides to patientsand to one anotherevery day.

Woman's Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.