Health Fitness Specialist

Health Fitness Specialist

The Health Fitness Specialist provides fitness services, education, and expertise to employees, members, and patients to help them improve their physical well-being. Working under general supervision, this role serves as a health coach, personal trainer, and group exercise instructor in addition to supporting program development and administrative activities.

Teaches proper exercise form and creates alternative exercises in cases where a client has a physical limitation. Monitors heart rate, blood pressure, and blood glucose accurately and as needed to ensure the safety of all participants. Leads group exercise classes and encourages participants to adhere to their individual exercise prescription. Performs exercise assessments and uses test results to create a customized exercise prescription and identify fitness goals for clients. Promotes healthy lifestyles and utilizes health coaching techniques to achieve behavior change with clients. Participates in initiatives, special projects, and committees within the Wellness department to promote growth and efficient functioning. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

Required: Bachelor's Degree

Experience:

Required: 3 years of related experience

Licensure/Certification/Registry/Listing:

Required: Personal Training Certification, such as ACSM, NASM AFAA, or other NCCA; BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider

Equal Opportunity Employer At Cone Health, we strive to create a welcoming atmosphere that celebrates a diverse and unique workforce. We believe in offering equal opportunities for employment to all applicants and employees, regardless of their race, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, ethnicity, national origin, disability, color, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring and employment choices are based on each individual's qualifications, skills and performance. We believe that by embracing the diversity of our team, we can better serve our patients, communities and each other.