Exercise Specialist

Overview:

The team at F1RST is skilled at designing fitness programs for those recovering from injury or for those living with a chronic medical condition. We are seeking an energetic and dedicated Medical Exercise Specialist to help us bridge the gap between healthcare and fitness.
Please review the list of duties and job requirements below.
If you have a passion fitness and love the challenge of helping others, this is the perfect career for you.

Duties:

- Conduct comprehensive fitness assessments to determine their current fitness levels and goals

- Design personalized exercise programs based on individual needs, taking into consideration any medical conditions or limitations

- Instruct and guide patients on proper exercise techniques and equipment usage

- Monitor patients during exercise sessions to ensure safety and proper form

- Provide ongoing support and motivation to help patients stay committed to their exercise program

- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate care and provide progress updates

- Maintain accurate records of patient progress and communicate any concerns or changes to the healthcare team

Requirements:

** Medical Exercise Certification is not required for hire**

- Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or related field

- Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology

- Experience in conducting patient assessments and developing personalized exercise programs

- Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively educate and motivate patients

- Proficient in monitoring vital signs during exercise sessions

- Ability to adapt exercise programs for individuals with varying fitness levels and medical conditions

Salary:
Payment is offered in a 3 Tier system depending on billable hours. Please inquire within for information on salary structure.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: Up to $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities
• Commission pay
• Signing bonus

Ability to Relocate:

• Washington, DC: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person