Description:
- Career development
- Friendly team
- Great culture
- Fantastic location
Job Title: Exercise Physiologist - Fraser Coast, Queensland
Hours: Permanent - Full Time
Practice Information:
This organisation has provided dietetic/nutrition, exercise physiology and diabetes education services in Queensland for the past 15 years, currently servicing more than 120 rural and metropolitan medical centers and facilities. They specialize in chronic disease management and prevention and musculoskeletal client rehabilitation, however can assist in a wide variety of cases (e.g. sports performance, NDIS, aged care consultation, insurance, public speaking, exercise group classes, hydrotherapy, etc). their mission is to promote healthy lifestyles in the Australian population and to prevent and manage chronic disease through physical activity and nutrition. An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated and enthusiastic Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) to become a part of a proactive company and work collaboratively with our Dietitians, and Diabetes Educators, along with other allied health and medical staff.
Position Details:
Provide evidence-based advice and treatment in the areas of chronic disease prevention and management, health and fitness and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. Measure and assess the patients’ exercise history and fitness levels along with interpreting anthropometric data. Facilitate and instruct community exercise classes where required. Public speaking- to present informative talks about a range of health topics on exercise/physical activity where required. Travel to the required service delivery location and provide exemplary service to your clients.
Why Should you Apply?
- Career development- pathways into senior positions for the right candidate, as well as monthly business & professional development meetings with senior Exercise Physiologists.
- Friendly team- enjoy working with a close-knit and supportive team with main management personnel contactable 24/7.
- Great culture- we value our staff and host yearly team getaways for networking and learning. Existing caseload- you will be kept busy with an existing patient list that is booked in for you by our dedicated reception team.
- Company allowances- laptop, printer, ink, internet dongle, scales, and resistance exercise bands are provided as a part of your role.
- Great location- various locations to explore with many activities and amazing landscape.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Unrestricted working rights in Australia.
- Accredited Exercise Physiologist through Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA). This accreditation is ESSENTIAL.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain rapport.
- Possess and apply knowledge of evidence-based treatment, management and research about a wide range of health issues and diseases including diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease and musculoskeletal disorders, applicable in the field of exercise physiology.
- Have a current Drivers License and car and demonstrate and commit to the travel associated with the position.
Salary Information:
$30 - $40 per hour.
About Fraser Coast:
Work across medical centers and allied health centers within Hervey Bay with outreach to Fraser Coast.
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Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland's comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives. This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing professional development.