Join Cleveland Clinic Akron General's Stow Health and Wellness Center and become part of the No. 1 healthcare system in Akron. This patient-friendly facility offers a variety of primary care, emergency care and specialty services along with Lifestyles, a medically based fitness program and facility.

　　Being a Fitness Instructor at Akron General's Health and Wellness Center in Stow is a wonderful way to touch members' and patients' lives. You'll help others create healthy habits and safe lifestyles while exercising in a fun environment. Fitness Instructors are responsible for physical assessments, exercise prescription, exercise floor coverage, equipment cleanliness/preventive maintenance, policy enforcement, member exercise incentive programming and always delivering excellent customer service.

　　The ideal future caregiver is someone who:

　　Is outgoing and empathetic.

　　Demonstrates a strong work ethic and desire to learn.

　　Takes initiative.

　　Thrives in a team environment.

　　Goes above and beyond.

　　There are many opportunities to learn and grow as a Fitness Instructor, such as attending lectures, seminars, classes, community events and more.

　　At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

　　Responsibilities:

　　Makes regular rounds of the exercise floor in an effort to ensure safety and assist members and guests with any exercise related issues or questions they may have.

　　Schedules and administers computerized health risk appraisal and physical fitness assessment to new and existing members.

　　Prescribes individual exercise programs that follow ACSM established guidelines based on assessment.

　　Follows the equipment cleaning and preventive maintenance check list. All equipment needs to be inspected and cleaned daily.

　　Follows established procedure when exercise equipment is found to be malfunctioning in an effort to get the equipment operational within 24 hours, including posting of the appropriate status signage, notifying the Manager and recording the problem in theequipment log located at the Wellness Service Desk.

　　Develops and implements member exercise incentive programs to motivate and enhance consistency and retention. Maintains current information on all club programs, services and activities and promotes regularly.

　　Displays proficiency in the operation of the computer hardware and KI software.

　　Attends and positively contributes in all mandatory meetings and inservices.

　　Follows system and department policies and procedures with special attention to attendance and punctuality, confidentiality, dress code and display of ID badge, and safety.

　　Completes mandatory education and training in order to maintain organization and department specific competencies and requirements. Maintains applicable certification/licensure. Maintains current Basic Life Support (BLS).

　　Other duties as assigned

　　Education:

　　Bachelor's degree in exercise physiology exercise science physical education or other related profession. Master's degree preferred.Certifications:

　　Additional ACSM ACE AFAA NSCA or related certifications preferred. Maintains current Basic Life Support (BLS).Complexity of Work:

　　Excellent communication and customer service related skills required. Ability to work variable hours necessary. Possess a professional attitude and demeanor. Must be capable of maintaining positive ongoing communications.Work Experience:

　　One year experience as an instructor in a community corporate commercial or clinical health/fitness facility preferred. Experience in the administration of physical assessment exercise prescription and program development. Basic computer operational skills preferred.Physical Requirements:

　　Personal Protective Equipment:

　　Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as requiredPay Range

　　Minimum hourly: $15.25

　　Maximum hourly: $19.60

　　The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. While the pay range is displayed as an hourly rate, Cleveland Clinic recruiters will clarify whether the compensation is hourly or salary. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set, and education. This is not inclusive of the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package, which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision and retirement.

　　Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities