Exercise Specialist - IRG Anacortes

About the role

IRG Physical & Hand Therapy is seeking motivated Exercise Specialists to join their team. Ideal candidates are passionate about helping others and gaining valuable clinical experience in physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training, or similar fields.

Responsibilities

• Guide patients through therapist-prescribed exercise programs.
• Aid in the setup of therapeutic modalities.
• Provide encouragement and education to help patients achieve their goals.
• Prepare, maintain, and clean a safe clinical environment.
• Build positive, professional relationships with patients.
• Utilize electronic medical records (EMR) and other clinic systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Health Sciences, or related field preferred.
• Customer service or patient-facing experience preferred.
• Knowledge and ability to demonstrate body mechanics, functional movement, and exercises.
• Knowledge and adherence to HIPAA laws and compliance regulations.

Physical Demand/Work Conditions

• Standing, walking, bending, reaching, squatting, lifting, pushing, and pulling throughout the workday.
• Lifting up to 35 lbs.
• Demonstrate exercises including but not limited to jumping, balancing on one leg, rotation of the shoulder in multiple planes, and using exercise bands.
• Ability to properly transfer patients with good body mechanics while maintaining patient safety.
• Required to work at an IRG facility and be responsible for personal transportation.
• Potential exposure to virus, disease, and infections from patients.
• Perform custodial duties using medical grade cleaning products.
• Work for extended periods of time at a video display terminal and use a keyboard to enter and gather information.

Pay and Benefits Information

• Base salary: $17.13-$20 per hour depending on experience and location of clinic.
• Benefits: Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacation, Sick, Personal), Continuing Education Funds, Student Loan Repayment Program, 401K plan with employer match, Medical, Dental & Vision Plans, Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Long-Term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance, Employee Assistance Program.

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