Fitness Instructor Ascension - 3.5 Wichita, KS Job Details Full-time 6 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Adoption assistance Parental leave Employee assistance program Retirement plan Qualifications Wellness program management Exercise Science Lifestyle modification education Exercise safety education Program design Patient safety High school diploma or GED Bachelor's degree Patient care Safety-focused fitness instruction Fitness customer service Health promotion activities 1 year Community health education events Training Bachelor's degree in exercise science Specialization in health and wellness instruction Marketing Teaching Entry level Full Job Description Your future role at a glance:

Location:

Wichita, KS Facility:

Ascension Via Christi, St Francis Specialty:

Cardiac Rehabilitation Schedule:

Day Shift | Full-time | 7:30am - 5:00pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University. How you'll make an impact in this role: Design and lead customized fitness programs and inclusive group exercise classes that empower diverse patient populations to achieve their unique health and recovery goals. Educate and inspire the broader community by developing, marketing, and presenting engaging wellness lectures that promote lifelong healthy habits. Guide participants through comprehensive fitness instruction, helping them clearly connect physical exercise to their overall health and wellness journeys. Maintain a safe, welcoming, and high-functioning fitness center by overseeing equipment upkeep and ensuring all members are confidently and safely trained on proper usage. What minimum qualifications you'll need: Licensure / Certification /

Registration:

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Note:

Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable. What additional requirements you'll need:

Education or Certification:

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science OR an active, accredited Certificate in Personal Training Life at

Ascension:

Where purpose meets opportunity: Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer:

Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.

Benefits:

Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.