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Inova Health System

Exercise Physiologist - Weight Loss Exercise Class Instructor

Inova Health System, Fairfax, Virginia, United States, 22032

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Exercise Physiologist - Weight Loss Exercise Class Instructor Job Description Inova Weight Loss Services - Fair Oaks is seeking a dedicated Exercise Physiologist to join our team. The role offers a flexible schedule between 4pm - 7pm, with one or two classes required on a day of your choice, typically back-to-back.

Inova is recognized as a national leader in safety, quality, and patient experience, and is consistently ranked as a top employer in the D.C. metro area and nationwide.

Benefits:

Health & Wellness:

Medical, dental, vision coverage, and a comprehensive wellness program.

Retirement:

Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions from day one.

Education & Loans:

Up to $5,250 annually for education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.

Mental Health:

25 free mental health coaching or therapy sessions per person per year for employees, spouses/partners, and children.

Work/Life Balance:

Paid time off, parental leave, and more.

Responsibilities:

Develop exercise prescriptions and modify risk factors, considering comorbidities and musculoskeletal disorders, following established standards (ACCVPR, ACSM, ATS, ACC, NASM).

Review individual treatment plans.

Create personalized exercise, strength training, education, and behavioral health programs to optimize patient outcomes.

Ensure patient safety and adherence by demonstrating proper exercise techniques, observed directly.

Report significant clinical changes to the healthcare team and assist with emergency care as needed.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, or Kinesiology.

Licenses:

ACSM CEP or AACVPR CCRP certification required upon start for cardiac or pulmonary rehab programs, or equivalent certification.

Experience & Certification:

BLS certification through the American Heart Association within 6 months.

Preferred Skills:

Patient-focused approach to recovery.

Ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team in an innovative environment.

About Us Inova is Northern Virginia’s leading nonprofit healthcare provider, with over 25,000 team members dedicated to delivering world-class healthcare. We prioritize safety, quality, and patient experience, supporting our staff through professional development and excellent facilities. We aim to continually improve and shape a compassionate future for healthcare.

Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, ethnicity, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.

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