Group Fitness Instructor - PRN

JOB SUMMARY

The Group Fitness Instructor leads safe and effective group fitness and athletic performance/sport classes for participants in a variety of specialties and environments.

Job Specific:

• Ensure that space and equipment are ready for each class and that classes start on time. (EF)

• Lead and instruct small or large groups of participants in water or land exercise/sport classes. (EF)

• Identify and correct incorrect or potentially hazardous movements in each class. (EF)

• Demonstrate as needed the proper movement or exercises to help participants learn. (EF)

• Maintain focus on class objectives and limit personal or inappropriate conversation. (EF)

• Recommend new class activities and opportunities to Group Fitness Supervisor/Fitness Manager.

• Complete any necessary sign in procedures for each class. (EF)

• Ensure room/exercise area is free of equipment and debris after classes are over. (EF)

• Encourage participants to attend classes, engage in HealthPlex services and offer suggestions.

• Find substitutes if and as early as possible when unable to teach a class due to illness or emergency. (EF)

• Limit substitutions to no more than 20% per month. (EF)

Hospital:

• Adheres to organization-wide and other applicable policies and procedures.

• Day-to-day performance complies with the hospital’s Service Excellence Behavioral Expectations.

• Performs within the prescribed limits of the hospital’s Ethics, Compliance and Confidentiality Program guidelines.

• Performs within professional Scope of Practice at all times.

Other Duties As Assigned:

• Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Preferred: High School Diploma or equivalent

EXPERIENCE

Required: Previous experience teaching group fitness and athletic performance/sport classes.

Preferred: 2+ years’ experience teaching a variety of group fitness and athletic performance/sport classes.

SPECIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Required: Able to give directions to groups of people in a noisy environment. Able to identify and correct improper or unsafe movements. Able to demonstrate the specific exercises or skills needed for the activity. Able to motivate and inspire participants.

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Required: Adult CPR w/AED certification from a recognized entity (AHA, Red Cross, etc.) upon hire OR within 90 days of hire. Certification from a nationally recognized fitness organization such as ACE, AFAA, ACSM, NASM or similar that is acceptable to management. Experience and demonstration of skills to the Group Fitness Supervisor or Fitness Manager may be accepted in lieu of certification. Aquatics instructors must possess in house Water Safety training upon hire OR within 90 days of hire.

COMPANY PROFILE

Citizens Medical Center is a not-for-profit, community hospital known for compassionate patient care, clinical expertise, and bringing advanced medical services to the South Texas region since 1956. Today, Citizens is a 317-bed acute care hospital with over 1,200 employees. Voted “Best of the Best” hospital in Victoria for 14 consecutive years, Citizens Medical Center is a level III Trauma Center, currently renovating its 24/7 Emergency Department that includes an onsite medical helicopter. Citizens has a comprehensive Community Cancer Program that includes two linear accelerators and HDR brachytherapy. Citizens is recognized for its outstanding cardiology program which includes a nationally accredited Chest Pain Center and is a Primary Stroke Center. Citizens also includes a comprehensive, accredited Bariatric Surgery program, Birth Center with labor and delivery, an imaging and surgery center, sleep study center, state-of-the-art rehabilitation and fitness center, urology center and daVinci robotics minimally invasive surgery options, a home health agency, and has a long history of providing continuing education for healthcare providers and the community.

Citizens Medical Center is looking for employees who display respect and enthusiasm for patients, visitors, and coworkers, and who consistently uphold the organization’s commitment to providing outstanding outcomes and an excellent experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.