Exercise is Medicine Greenville® Professional (EIMG® Pro)

Overview

The YMCA of Greenville is a dynamic and rapidly growing association that seeks to strengthen the community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

The Exercise is Medicine Greenville® Professional (EIMG® Pro) is responsible for the orientation, preparations, and sessions for patients in the Exercise is Medicine Greenville® program.

Not only will you be part of amazing mission driven work, we offer the following benefits:

• Work Today, Get Paid Today!!! Instant access to your earned wages before payday.
• Free individual Y membership, with 75% discount on upgraded memberships.
• 50% Discount on Programs, including Childcare, sports, and aquatics.
• 20% Discount on Personal Training.
• 12% Retirement Contribution once fully vested.
• 403b Retirement Savings Plan.

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. 

We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. 

We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. 

We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. 

We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. 

We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.

Responsibilities

Must follow the following EIMG®Pro Procedures

Orientation

• Conduct orientation appointment with patient.
  • Greet patient at the designated meeting point of facility.
  • Direct patient to pertinent areas of facility, avoiding traditional tour format.
  • Administer code of conduct forms to patient for completion.
  • Educate patient on contraindications to exercise and contraindications checklist.
  • Educate and instruct patient on proper use of blood pressure monitor provided for self-monitoring prior to every session.
  • Conduct pre-assessment.
  • Confirm participant first session start date and time.
  • Advise participant on proper attire for first session.
  • Complete appropriate membership paperwork and information
• Enter pre-assessment data into REDCap and EIMG®Pro Consult Summary form.
• File completed patient paperwork per HIPAA compliant guidelines.

Session Preparation

• Assemble Patient Information Packet to be distributed to patients at first session.
• Ensure location is available/reserved for sessions (i.e. classroom), if applicable.
• Plan session exercise prescriptions, including any applicable supplies needed (i.e. white boards, posters, etc).
• Gather all necessary equipment and supplies for session.
• Check voicemail and email for cancellations or notifications of absences prior to every session.

Sessions

• Conduct 12-week program comprised of one-hour sessions held twice a week.
• Sessions
  • Greeting
  • Complete Patient Contraindications check list at each session, including patient blood pressure measurement.
  • Educational discussion based on handout in Patient Information Packet
  • Execute appropriate Building Blocks in accordance to patient assigned modules.
  • Transcribing exercise prescription and notes is recommended during session.
  • Wrap-up discussion and Goodbye
• Enter session data (exercise prescription and notes) into REDCap after each session, preferably within 24-hours and no later than one week.
• At completion of 12-week program, the EIMG®Pro will conduct a post-assessment.
  • Final measurements
  • Patient Exit Survey (administered by EIMG®Staff other than patient’s EIMG®Pro)
  • Present program completion certificate

Closing the Loop

• Complete final data entries into REDCap
• Complete EIMG®Pro Consult Summary Form for all patients who attended one or more sessions with the EIMG®Pro, including patients who dropped prior to completing the 12-weekprogram. A form for each patient must be completed and sent to the appropriate EIMG®Coordinator/RN Care Coordinator, via secure fax line, within one business day
• Stay alert to any and all problems that may occur during assessments and/or members exercising including correcting any improper training techniques.
• Be a role model of a healthy lifestyle
• Represent the YMCA at community functions, health fairs, and special events.
• Attend trainings and meetings as required.
• Actively pursue ways to incorporate character development and the four core values of Caring, Respect, Honesty, and Responsibility.
• Maintain a positive, professional attitude while providing superior member service.
• Demonstrate a sincere pride in your work and in the appearance of the fitness center, assessment area, and the YMCA facility at all times.
• Adhere to policies related to boundaries with consumers
• Attend/complete required abuse risk management training
• Adhere to procedures related to managing high-risk activities and supervising consumers
• Follow mandated reporting requirements
• Adhere to job specific abuse risk management responsibilities

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Inclusion
• Developing Others
• Communication

Qualifications

• Must hold NCCA Personal Trainer certification or higher
• Exercise is Medicine (EIM) certification or complete EIM certification within 60 days of employment

• CPR/First Aid & AED Certified or certification attained within 30 days of employment.

• Excellent member service skills.
• Excellent knowledge of human anatomy, kinesiology, & physiology.
• Computer skills involving Microsoft Office and email.
• Desire for health, wellness, and fitness promotion.
• Ability to perform under stress and reach deadlines.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Personal passion for health and fitness.

BENEFICIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in exercise science or related field

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to constantly stand.
• Must be able to frequently walk, squat/kneel and bend.
• Constantly communicate with program participants and must be able to exchange accurate and appropriate directions.
• Frequently lifts program supplies up to 100 pounds.