Exercise Physiologist ; H - Hybrid

The University of Miami UHealth Department of UMHC - SCCC - Nutrition and Wellness Services has an exciting opportunity for a hybrid Exercise Physiologist 1 based in Miami (One day remote/four on site). The incumbent analyzes patients’ fitness in order to help them improve their health and reach fitness goals and objectives. More specifically, this position uses evaluation tools to design a fitness plan that will meet the patient’s needs, including building endurance and strength and increasing flexibility.

• Administers exercise stress tests in healthy and unhealthy populations.
• Evaluates a person’s overall health, with special attention to cardiovascular function and metabolism.
• Develops individualized exercise prescriptions to increase physical fitness.
• Designs customized exercise programs to meet healthcare needs and athletic performance goals.
• Helps patients recover from chronic diseases and improve body composition.
• Plans and executes effective strength and conditioning protocols.
• Evaluates the effects of physical training protocols.
• Guides patients on physical conditioning and injury prevention.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
Master's degree in relevant field (preferred)

Certification and Licensing:
ACSM Certification or Must complete ACSM-ACS Cancer Exercise Specialty Course within the first 6 months of employment and the ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist within the first year of employment if not present upon hiring

Experience: Minimum 1 Year Of Relevant Experience
Experience with oncology population (preferred)

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to lead, motivate, develop and train others.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Commitment to the University’s core values.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

Job Status:
Full time
Employee Type:
Staff

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

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