Fitness Specialist

Elliot Hospital

. Assist clients with educational needs and personal training sessions .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeManchester • New Hampshire • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing personalized fitness programs and group exercise classes, with a strong focus on patient education and communication. Proficient in fitness testing, data collection, and health article preparation to support client engagement and wellness initiatives.

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Exercise Program DesignGroup Exercise CertificationBasic Cardiac Life SupportCPR and First Aid CertificationFitness Testing Services

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Hard Skills

Exercise Program DesignFitness Testing ServicesData CollectionHealth Article PreparationPatient EducationGroup Exercise ClassesFitness Program ImplementationExercise PrescriptionStatistical ReportingMarketing Assistance

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationInterpersonal SkillsTeachingEvaluation

Certifications & Qualifications

CPR CertificationFirst Aid CertificationBasic Cardiac Life Support

Industry Keywords

Exercise ScienceHealth EducationSenior Fitness ProgramsFitness WorkshopsPatient Education Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist clients with educational needs and personal training sessions
Teach classes and create fitness programs
Work with staff, outside clients, and senior fitness programs
Prepare health and fitness articles for the monthly newsletter
Plan, implement, monitor, conduct, evaluate, and/or participate in exercise portions of patient education programs based on individual exercise prescriptions
Communicate with patients, families, hospital staff, and related personnel
Design group and individual exercise programs
Perform fitness testing services
Assist the Director with marketing
Assist with evaluations, reporting, data collection, statistics, and reports
Assist with fitness workshops and speaking arrangements representing Elliot Hospital

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate degree in Exercise Science, Health Education or a closely related field; OR equivalent experience required
Educational preparation in Basic Cardiac Life Support required
CPR and First Aid certification is required (or must be obtained within 60-days of employment)
Prior experience working in a gym setting, providing group exercise classes or providing fitness/exercise programs for seniors preferred
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Group exercise certification preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees
Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage
Competitive pay
Continuing Education Reimbursement Programs
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
Multiple onsite gym locations with FREE access for employees
Yoga, personal training and more