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Rehab Community Services Coordinator
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What they do
An Exercise Physiologist or Specialist directs exercise programs for clients who are recovering from injuries or illnesses, who have disabilities or other chronic conditions, or who want to minimize health risks. Recommends exercise routines or modifications, and monitors patient health. Works in recreational centers, hospitals or other facilities. May provide advice to athletes and people interested in sports training.
$54,047 / year median in North Carolina
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Ability to translate theory and philosophy into usable format, and be able to establish rapport with patients, family, physicians, students, volunteers, peers staff and the general public.
One year experience working as an exercise specialist is preferred.
Must be able to pass water safety competencies and serve as a second person or instructor in the aquatics program.
Ability to communicate effectively and interact pleasantly with participants and coworkers of varied backgrounds.
Have a Current CPR certification.
Deemed competent in safe operation and use of all gym and pool equipment.
Certified by the Arthritis Foundation of North Carolina to teach pool classes, preferred. Deemed competent in emergency pool safety.
Ability to accurately take and explain blood pressure and pulse oz readings to community participants in the Supervised exercise programs.
Knowledgeable of spreadsheets and have organizational skills to generate reports as requested. Oversee all operations of the Supervise exercise program including scheduling participants, collecting fees for the classes and preparing financial reports to the Manager, Rehab therapy services. Completes charge reconciliation and other reports for OT, PT and ST services as instructed.
Completes tallies of staff productivity.
Demonstrates ability to teach group exercise classes and one on one instruction in exercise as well.
Orders supplies equipment for
OT, PT, ST, EMG
clinic as requested.Possess a valid drivers license, and appropriate drivers record to operate our Rehab Van to transport patients and staff on home visits or community outings as needed. Degree in Sports Management Recreation and Leisure Studies, exercise physiologist or athletic trainer certified or eligible or other related field and/or experience in Aquatic Programming required- or higher .1 year of aquatic programming experience may be substituted for 1 year of formal education, up to 2 years Pay Range $19.11 - $27.86 Other Information #