Exercise Specialist Supervisor
About the job
- A bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or a related field is required.
- Two years of experience working in a large community- or hospital-based fitness center is required.
- Experience with at-risk populations, including people with hypertension, heart disease, diabetes, cancer, bariatric needs, orthopedic issues, and/or neurological issues, is required.
- Current CPR certification is required.
- Oversee the daily operation of the center, including developing the daily staff schedule.
- Evaluate and develop exercise programs for healthy and at-risk participants.
- Work collaboratively with all other facility departments within the Fitness Center and other shared spaces.
- Apply knowledge of proper exercise guidelines for low-, moderate-, and high-risk populations and modify exercise prescriptions based on changes in conditioning, medical status, medications, or environmental conditions.
- Provide premium customer service to facility members.
- A master's degree in Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience working in a team environment is preferred.
About the company
UW Health provides patient care, teaching, and research through a 471-bed academic medical center affiliated with the University of Wisconsin–Madison. It combines inpatient treatment and outpatient clinics with multidisciplinary teams using evidence-based care and advanced medical technologies. It differentiates itself as an academic medical center connected to UW–Madison, enabling access to clinical trials and comprehensive transplant services. Its goal is to improve patient outcomes and advance health through high-quality care, education, and research for the community and beyond.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
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Founded
1998
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Family Planning Benefits
- Professional Development Budget
- Wellness Program
- Childcare Support
- Flexible Work Hours