Exercise Specialist Rehab & Fitness

About the Role

Thrive Proactive Health is seeking a Part‑Time PT Rehab Aide + Restorative Fitness Coach / Personal Trainer. The position supports both the physical therapy team and fitness programs, blending science, biomechanics, Postural Restoration® principles, and whole‑person wellness to help clients move better, build strength, and transition from rehab to long‑term fitness.

Responsibilities

PT Rehab Aide / Exercise Specialist

• Support physical therapy sessions under the supervision of licensed clinicians.
• Cue exercises, monitor form, and assist patients through prescribed programs.
• Assist with clinic flow, patient transitions, and customer experience.
• Support opening/closing procedures, equipment setup, and clinic readiness.
• Uphold HIPAA, patient confidentiality, and professional standards.

Restorative Fitness Coach / Personal Trainer

• Design and deliver safe, effective, and engaging programs for private, semi‑private, and small‑group clients.
• Perform fitness assessments and movement screenings to guide programming.
• Build strong, long‑term relationships with clients and support goal achievement.
• Lead warm‑ups, mobility, strength, and restorative movement sessions.
• Collaborate with the team on client retention, program growth, and community engagement.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming fitness environment.

Requirements

• Athletic Trainer (ATC), Strength Coach (CSCS), Certified Personal Trainer (NASM, ACSM, ACE, NSCA, etc.) or actively working toward certification.
• Strong interest in biomechanics, anatomy, rehab‑informed training, and restorative fitness.
• Willingness to learn Postural Restoration principles.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks and support both fitness and clinical rehab teams.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, service‑oriented mindset.
• Availability for consistent 10–20+ hours per week, with potential for growth.

Pay

• $16–$25 per hour for required meetings, trainings, and PT rehab aide shifts (rate depends on credentials and educational background).
• Commission‑based fitness pay model: earn 40–60 % of revenue per client session, based on experience, client load, and retention.
• No income ceiling – earnings driven by effort and impact.
• W‑2 employee status with liability coverage.

Benefits

• Mentorship from sport and spine physical therapists and interdisciplinary clinicians.
• Exposure to physical therapy, chiropractic, acupuncture, massage, and integrated fitness services.
• Clear growth pathways into advanced rehab support, specialty fitness programming, or leadership roles.
• A supportive, learning‑focused culture that values curiosity, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Schedule

Consistent 10–20+ hours per week, with flexibility to grow and to schedule private and semi‑private training sessions on certain days.

About Thrive Proactive Health

Thrive Proactive Health is a privately owned, Postural Restoration® Certified Center and integrative wellness clinic in Virginia Beach. The practice specializes in helping people move out of pain, restore balance, and thrive through multiple service offerings and intentional movement. The team welcomes members who bring ideas, curiosity, and a desire to grow with an innovative practice.