Exercise Specialist - Fitness

Work Schedule:

Per diem. Day/evening hours available with a rotating weekend coverage required. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of department.

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We are seeking an Exercise Specialist to:

• Teach exercise principles, respond to any emergent events, and tend to the environment of the fitness center.

• Perform assessments on new participants - taking account of medical history, exercise history, and any basic exercise physiology measurements.

• Use data and information to develop safe exercise programs for new and existing participants.

At UW Health, you will have:

• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.

• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology or related field Required

Work Experience

• Experience developing and teaching exercise programming to adults Required
• Previous healthcare experience Preferred
• Computer experience with Microsoft Office Suite Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Current CPR/AED certification Required

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UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

UW Health Science Drive Medical Center - on Madison's west side, is an 84,000-square foot facility housing physician and rehabilitation professionals in Cardiology, Integrative Medicine, Orthopedics, Radiology, Spine and Sports Medicine. Our Fitness Center provides a resource for both working with patients while under our care and providing education after discharge. This environment creates many opportunities for face-to-face collaboration in the care of our patients.