Exercise Physiologist Specialist - Fitness Part-time

Primary City/State: Medical Office Building - 8435 N Pima Center Pkwy Scottsdale, AZ 85258 Category: Therapy and Rehabilitation Shift: Day Department: Medical Fitness Varied Shifts Part -time hours; 20 per week One (1) year e xperience as a Fitness Specialist or Exercise Physiologist working with special populations. Required ACSM-EP or ACSM-CEP  Required Great care starts with great people. (Like you.) At HonorHealth, you’ll find something special. From humble beginnings in 1927 to one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness. Behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and an unwavering dedication to what matters most — caring for the health and well-being of people and communities across the greater Phoenix area. Responsibilities: JOB SUMMARY The Exercise Physiologist: Fitness Specialist delivers evidence-based fitness assessments, individualized exercise prescriptions, and health coaching for members across the medical fitness continuum, including individuals with chronic diseases. This role applies exercise science principles, clinical fitness knowledge, and behavior-change strategies to support safe participation, improve functional capacity, promote long-term wellness, and help members progress toward measurable health and fitness goals. The position also collaborates with clinical referral sources and fitness team members, as appropriate, to ensure programs are tailored, properly documented, and aligned with member needs, safety standards, and organizational protocols. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Assessment and Exercise Prescription: Conduct comprehensive health and fitness assessments, including baseline and follow-up measures such as cardiovascular fitness, strength, flexibility, and body composition. Interpret assessment outcomes and develop individualized exercise prescriptions based on member goals, health status, functional ability, and applicable clinical considerations. Special Populations and Medical Fitness Programming: Provide targeted exercise programming for members with chronic diseases, or other special health considerations, including conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and obesity. Member Coaching, Education, and Program Progression: Provide fitness education, coaching, new member orientations, exercise literacy education, and ongoing program adjustments to support safe participation, member confidence, and measurable progress toward health and fitness goals. Clinical Collaboration and Referral Coordination: Work closely with clinical referral sources, when applicable, to support safe transitions from clinical to fitness environments and serve as a clinical-program liaison when needed. Training, Classes, and Fitness Floor Support: Deliver safe, effective one-on-one and small-group training sessions; support group classes or orientations when assigned; and assist with fitness floor supervision to promote member safety and engagement. Documentation, Compliance, and Confidentiality: Document assessments, program plans, progress updates, and related member information while maintaining confidential records in accordance with HIPAA-aligned protocols, organizational standards, and department procedures. EDUCATION Bachelors Exercise Science, Kinesiology, related field Required Masters Exercise Science, Kinesiology, related field Preferred EXPERIENCE 1 year, Experience as a Fitness Specialist or Exercise Physiologist working with special populations. Required 3 years, Health and Fitness experience Preferred LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - Certification, CPR/AED Required Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certification, Required ACSM-EP or ACSM-CEP Required Specialty certifications (special populations or chronic conditions) Preferred We're all in for your career.