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With energy and purpose, Cooley Dickinson Health Care, a member of the Mass General Brigham system, is advancing health care in western Massachusetts, and has been since 1886. Our network employs more than 2,00 medical professionals and support staff, at our main Hospital campus in Northampton and additional locations in twelve towns throughout the Pioneer Valley. Cooley Dickinson's VNA & Hospital is also a vital part of our network, providing home-based services through-out Hampshire and Franklin counties.

 

Job Summary

The Personal Trainer is responsible for demonstrating competency in exercise prescription and the design and oversight of outpatient exercise programs for all adult and adolescent participants at the Wellness and Sports Performance Center. The Personal Trainer is responsible for competent instruction in both one on one personal training sessions and group classes for adults and adolescents.

This position reports to the Assistant Director, Rehabilitation Services and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures.

 

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in an exercise science or related field, required.

Current Basic Life Support certification (BLS) from the American Heart Association required.

Prior experience working with athletes in a sports medicine environment preferred.

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist preferred.

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Design and implement appropriate exercise programs for individuals with previously identified orthopedic and/or neurologic dysfunction.Help develop and refine exercise programs and educational programming for the youth sports population as well as the active adult population in the community.Help develop appropriate home exercises for clients to maintain or enhance their performance in their desired sport and/or recreational activity.Monitor clients throughout the duration of their session and assess for appropriate response to exercise.Modify group classes and curriculum in response to client’s feedback and needs.Identify own educational needs. Participate in at least one clinically oriented course a year.Demonstrate commitment toward department needs and goals through flexibility in client scheduling, work schedules, and anticipation of department needs.Alert appropriate staff for the maintenance of equipment.Follow billing and reimbursement procedures; take responsibility for administrative duties such as scheduling and fee collection at point of service as needed.Maintain established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, confidentiality, quality improvement program, compliance, safety, infection control, and environmental standards.Maintain professional growth and development through attendance at seminars, workshops, conferences or in-services, professional affiliations, or journals to stay abreast of current trends in field of expertise.Meet annual competency and retraining requirements.Attend meetings as required.Perform other functions/duties as requested.

 

Remote Type

Onsite

 

Work Location

4 West Street

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

 

Employee Type

Per Diem

 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$18.41 - $26.27/Hourly

 

Grade

4

 

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

 

EEO Statement:

Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

 

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