Exercise Specialist - Sports Performance - Per Diem

UW Health

  • Madison, WI
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Job Category: Clinical / Direct Patient Care (non-RN)Job Description:Work Schedule:Per diem, hours vary based on the needs of the schools UW Health is contracted with. Typical school year hours are Monday through Thursday 3:45 PM - 5:45 PM from September 1st through June 15th. Potential for summer hours. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of department.Be part of something remarkableJoin the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!We are seeking an Exercise Specialist - Sports Performance to:
  • Design developmentally appropriate training programs and modify programs to fit the needs of the athlete.
  • Implement a long-term athlete development plan using a sound youth athlete development philosophy.
  • Effectively communicate with athletes, parents, coaches, and administrators.
  • Assess athlete function related to movement skills, developmental and performance measures.
  • Assist with development, marketing, and promotion of sports performance programs.
  • Actively participate in staff education sessions.
  • Provide after school weight room coverage to Madison Metropolitan School District area high schools.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science or related field Required
  • Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, Strength and Conditioning or related field Preferred
Work Experience
  • 1 year experience in sports performance training Required
  • 3 years experience working with athletes from a variety of backgrounds in training and conditioning Preferred
Licenses & Certifications
  • Obtain a national certification by at least one of the following organizations within 180 Days Required
  • CSCS - National Strength and Conditioning Association
  • Sports Performance Coach - USA Weightlifting
  • Club Coach - USA Weightlifting
  • PES - National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • CSCC - National Strength and Conditioning Association
  • BLS Certification Required
  • Certification by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification Preferred
  • Movement-based assessment and evaluation certification Preferred
Our commitment to Social Impact and BelongingUW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.- is UW Health's newest hospital and one of the most advanced hospitals and wellness centers in the country. Here, health care is seen as a holistic endeavor where our mission is to not only diagnose and treat you when you're sick, but also to partner with you in health and wellness.

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