Exercise Specialist jobs in Connecticut
Exercise Specialist identifies risk factors and designs specialized strength and conditioning programs for patients. Teaches patients proper exercise techniques. Being an Exercise Specialist educates patient and family members on proper techniques for transitioning from a hospital-based fitness program to a safe and effective home exercise program. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in exercise science. Additionally, Exercise Specialist typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Exercise Specialist occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be an Exercise Specialist typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Exercise Specialist; Per Diem
- Yale New Haven Health
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Greenwich, CT
PER_DIEM
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Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. Evaluate, supervise and monitor members of the Healthy Living Center during exercise. Evaluate profiles/intakes and recommends program through the Healthy Living Center services. Develop exercise prescriptions and render exercise programs upon physician referral for apparently healthy and diseased populations. Questions, concerns, and medical decisions regarding treatment must be discussed with HLC nurse clinician, Director and/or medical advisor. Follow up, document and maintain participants' needs. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities
- Is directly responsible for members of the Healthy Living Center programs and programs it oversees. Responsibilities may include: initial assessment, care plan development and performing exercises and supervising members/patients on proper body position, use of equipment. Conducts patient monitoring. Reports inappropriate response and gives emergency care as per Policy and Procedures. Monitors blood sugars and assists in diagnostic stress test. Educates participants regarding all aspects of exercise (including home exercise.) Documents initial and daily assessment data into patients' record per policy and procedure manual. Performs appropriate documentation for individual programs.
- Assists Healthy Living Center staff with Healthy Living Center programs.
- Provides educational programs for participants in area of expertise. Participates in research, in-service education classes, student/intern education and other activities, as directed.
- Is a member of department committees as assigned and participates in department activities, special events and programs, as directed.
- Maintains billing records per department's policy and procedure manual.
- Helps maintain exercise equipment by calibrating and servicing on a regular basis.
- Maintains professional knowledge base by professional organization membership and regular attendance at in-service programs, workshops, symposia and university classes.
- The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the individual served on his or her assigned unit. The member must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the individual's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each individual's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's/area's/department's policies and procedures.
- Maintains excellent customer service on an on-going basis. Qualifications EDUCATION Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science/Exercise Physiology or Mater's preferred 1 year recent relevant experience preferred Certification Requirements: Basic Cardiac Life Support by AHA Advanced cardiac Life Support by AHA Working towards ACSM Exercise Specialist Certification LICENSURE Basic Cardiac Life Support by AHA Advanced cardiac Life Support by AHA Working towards ACSM Exercise Specialist Certification SPECIAL SKILLS Excellent interpersonal skills, public speaking skills and the ability to practice independently. Computer skills including Meditech, Scheduling, Windows, word processing Twelve (12) months PHYSICAL DEMAND Fitness center atmosphere. Moderate physical effort with some bending, stooping, stretching and lifting, standing and walking most of the day. YNHHS Requisition ID 120605
- 2 Days Ago
Medical Front Desk Receptionist
- EYECARE SPECIALIST
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Stamford, CT
FULL_TIME
- ```Duties:```- Greet and check-in patients in a friendly and professional manner- Schedule appointments and manage the appointment calendar- Answer phone calls and respond to inquiries or direct calls...
- 17 Days Ago
OB/GYN for Women's Health Director opening in Hartford, CT
- Physician&Advanced Practice Specialist-GoStaffing
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, CT
FULL_TIME
- Well respected healthcare facility is seeking an OB/GYN for a Women's Health Director role in Hartford, CT. BC/BE OB/GYN or Gynecology Monday-Friday 8a-5p Open to Full-time or Part-time NO Call Typica...
- 9 Days Ago
Walk-in/Urgent Care NP/PA opening in Hartford, CT
- Physician&Advanced Practice Specialist-GoStaffing
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, CT
FULL_TIME
- Well-respected healthcare facility seeking a Walk-in/Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their team in the Hartford, CT area. Walk-in/Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) or P...
- 15 Days Ago
Locums - Psychiatrist opportunity near Hartford, Connecticut
- Physician&Advanced Practice Specialist-GoStaffing
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, CT
FULL_TIME
- Locums - A well respected facility is seeking 1-2 Inpatient Psychiatrists to assist near Hartford, CT. Start date ASAP with ongoing need BC Psychiatrist Mon - Fri 8a-4:30p, no weekends No call Level 1...
- 2 Months Ago
Exercise Physiologist
- Performance Optimal Health
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Greenwich, CT
FULL_TIME
- Performance Optimal Health is seeking an experienced Exercise Physiologist to join our team. As an Exercise Physiologist at Performance Optimal Health, you will play a crucial role in improving the ov...
- 1 Day Ago
Exercise Specialist jobs at Popular Companies
Corrective Exercise Specialist
- C.O.R.E
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- Restorative Exercise Specialist At C.O.R.E. Centers we are committed to our mission of helping people--team members and ...
- 6/2/2024 12:00:00 AM
Group Exercise Specialist - Pilates (Mat)
- EXOS
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Mc Lean, VA
- Job Summary: Responsibilities: We're seeking a Group Exercise instructor to lead our fitness classes. As our new Group E...
- 6/2/2024 12:00:00 AM
Exercise Specialist
- Abilities Recovery Center
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Los Angeles, CA
- Job Description Job Description Company: Abilities Recovery Center Position Title: Exercise Specialist Location: Westwoo...
- 6/1/2024 12:00:00 AM
Exercise Specialist
- Abilities Recovery Center
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Los Angeles, CA
- Job Description Job Description Company: Abilities Recovery Center Position Title: Exercise Specialist Location: Westwoo...
- 6/1/2024 12:00:00 AM
Exercise Specialist / ECB / Vinita
- Saint Francis Health System
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Vinita, OK
- Current Saint Francis Employees - Please click HERE to login and apply. This position is ECB status - requires a minimum...
- 6/1/2024 12:00:00 AM
Exercise Specialist
- Corewell Health
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St Joseph, MI
- Job Summary Performs cardiopulmonary stress testing and physiological evaluation. May also analyze external cardiacs and...
- 5/31/2024 12:00:00 AM
Exercise Specialist
- Amentum
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Fredericksburg, VA
- **POSITION DESCRIPTION:** Amentum National Security group is seeking an Exercise Specialist to support the Joint Foreign...
- 5/31/2024 12:00:00 AM
Flexi Clinical Exercise Specialist
- Sentara Healthcare
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Suffolk, VA
- City/State Suffolk, VA Overview Work Shift First (Days) (United States of America) Available hours will be flexible and ...
- 5/30/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Connecticut
Connecticut is bordered on the south by Long Island Sound, on the west by New York, on the north by Massachusetts, and on the east by Rhode Island. The state capital and fourth largest city is Hartford, and other major cities and towns (by population) include Bridgeport, New Haven, Stamford, Waterbury, Norwalk, Danbury, New Britain, Greenwich, and Bristol. Connecticut is slightly larger than the country of Montenegro. There are 169 incorporated towns in Connecticut.The highest peak in Connecticut is Bear Mountain in Salisbury in the northwest corner of the state. The highest point is just east...
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Income Estimation for Exercise Specialist jobs
$50,939 to $63,152
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What does an Exercise Specialist do?
Exercise Specialist in Indianapolis, IN
Exercise Specialists are also friendly and we are happy to hold conversations with our patients.
January 11, 2020
Exercise Specialist in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A person who wants to become an exercise specialist typically needs to earn a bachelor's degree in a health-related field, gain supervised experience in a clinical exercise program, and pass regional and national certification tests.
February 07, 2020
Exercise Specialist in Springfield, OR
In any case, we will respond to your request to exercise these rights within a reasonable time but no later than within 30 days of receiving a request.
February 23, 2020