Contract Exercise Physiologist Jobs in Washington

STGi is currently seeking qualified candidates to support our Wellness and Health Promotion Services contract with Federal Occupational Health as a Health Fitness Specialist in White Oak, Maryland.
Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
Service Operations
• Under the direction of the Health Fitness or FOH Manager, assist with day-to-day operations of the facility including covering site hours, onboarding new members, conducting fitness center orientations, leading group fitness classes if applicable, regularly cleaning fitness equipment, and providing general exercise guidance.
• Where applicable, assist with development/implementation of member programming (i.e., regular team or individual fitness and wellness challenges).
• Where applicable, assist with preparing fitness-related materials including newsletters, communications, handouts and bulletin boards.
• Assist with reports and tracking requirements, as assigned.
• Report all equipment issues promptly to Manager.
• Report all facility/maintenance issues promptly and inform Manager.
• Where applicable, assist with orders for equipment, supplies, cleaning product, and other approved items.
• Where applicable, develop exercise programs to improve participant strength, flexibility, endurance, or circulatory functioning, in accordance with the most recent exercise science standards.
• Distribute general first aid supplies based on resources available (e.g., Band-Aids, gauze, cold packs).
• In the event of a medical emergency, activate Emergency Medical Services (EMS). Perform CPR and/or use AED as warranted.
• Immediately notify Manager of any unusual incidents and submit safety event forms within 24 hours.
• Demonstrate correct use of exercise equipment or performance of exercise routines.
• Recommend methods to increase physical activity.
• Where applicable, interpret exercise program participant data to evaluate progress or identify needed program changes.
• Where applicable, prescribe individualized exercise programs, specifying equipment, such as treadmill, exercise bicycle, ergometers, or other strength and conditioning equipment.
• Provide general oversight of exercise for participants at all risk levels.
• Where applicable, explain exercise program or physiological testing procedures to participants.
• Report all privacy and security breaches immediately according to FOH and HHS policy.
• Support directives in the agency agreement, as assigned by the Manager.
Administrative (Business/Management)
Staffing and Reporting Relationships
• Arrive on time to work and work all designated hours.
• Notify Manager and staffing vendor as soon as possible if unable to report as scheduled.
• Request leave in a timely manner.
• Adhere to telework policy when permitted.
• Create a climate of trust, accountability, and professionalism. Report to Manager any concerns regarding productivity/morale.
• Identify and report to Manager problems with hardware, telecommunications or other issues impacting duties.
Technology
• Utilize IT systems for database tracking and other deliverables.
• Complete mandatory IT training by specified deadlines.
• Inform Manager of IT and other equipment needs, particularly those that prevent completing projects within specified deadlines.
Strategy
Customer Service
• Respond professionally to customer complaints, issues, and requests regarding FOH services within 24 hours. Escalate issues as appropriate to Manager. Follow outstanding issues to resolution in a timely manner.
Required Skills
Minimum Requirements/Knowledge/Skills:
• Must be highly organized.
• Must possess excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Will appropriately escalate problems or resource issues for resolution.
• Will maintain effective measures for communicating with staff.
• Able to perform basic functions in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Must be capable to perform the physical requirements of the duties of the position (e.g., ability to perform CPR, respond immediately to an emergency, properly demonstrate use of fitness equipment, instruct group fitness classes, lift up to 50 pounds, kneel, bend and twist (some bending or twisting may occur when lifting, moving or wheeling fitness equipment), etc.) without accommodation as well as free from any communicable disease.
Required Experience
Minimum Education Requirements/Certification/Licensure/Experience:
• Bachelor's degree preferred or minimum of 1 years' experience in exercise physiology, corporate fitness, wellness, health promotion and/or healthcare-related field.
• Current CPR/AED certification.
• Current certification in group fitness or personal training through nationally accredited organization strongly preferred.
• When teaching fitness classes, must hold general or specialty national certifications as appropriate.
DISCLAIMER
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Pay rate: starting at $18.50/hour
STGi is a workforce solutions company providing comprehensive healthcare delivery, Head Start and management consulting services and human capital solutions help our clients. Our services and solutions help our clients sustain and enhance their operations to better accomplish their mission.
STGi offers a competitive benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match and a generous PTO policy.
STGi is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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