An exciting opportunity has arisen in our well-established, friendly allied health business, and we are seeking an outstanding Exercise Physiologist for a permanent position to join our team in Oaklands Park.

SA Aquatic & Leisure Centre has highly skilled Exercise Physiologists, who specialise in a broad range of assessment and treatment services.

The permanent position is based at the The SA Aquatic & Leisure Aquatic Centre, which is a state-of-the-art indoor aquatic and gym facility, providing more than 1,000 square metres of water space, together with full gym and rehab gym facilities to meet varied elite and community needs. The facility provides opportunities for all South Australian’s to ‘be active’.

The available position has the flexibility to be full time or part time and will follow Fair Work Health Professionals and Support Services Award. Rates are dependent on qualifications and experience. You will be providing professional services in exercise as a treatment strategy in physical rehabilitation, disease prevention, chronic disease management, assistance in improving daily living and work hardening as part of establishing and sustaining functional dependence.

Experienced Exercise Physiologists and New Graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough health and fitness assessments
• Customise programs to meet individual client’s needs and goals with a strong focus on sustainable outcomes and self-management
• Monitor and re-evaluate client’s progress towards goals and outcomes
• Responding to the needs of a broad range of clients with varying conditions
• Operate effectively within a team setting and communicate with other health professionals
• Recognise and uphold the rights of all clients accessing services, including maintaining cultural sensitivity & confidentiality
• Building networks and marketing the business, both internally and externally
• Compliance with privacy and working with children legislation
• Group Based classes (Gym & Hydrotherapy)

Benefits

• Access to all Centre facilities as part of employment
• 50% of Accreditation fees paid annually
• Ongoing financial support for Professional Development and Mandatory Training
• Ongoing support and mentorship for New Graduates
• Regular supervision from Exercise Physiologists to enhance your career development
• Working in a positive workplace culture
• Regular team meetings and opportunities for learning

Benefits 

• Access to all Centre facilities as part of employment
• 50% of Accreditation fees paid annually
• Ongoing financial support for Professional Development and Mandatory Training
• Ongoing support and mentorship for New Graduates
• Regular supervision from Exercise Physiologists to enhance your career development
• Working in a positive workplace culture
• Regular team meetings and opportunities for learning
• Free Carparking
• Employee discounts on products
• Complimentary Annual Flu Vaccinations

Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Exercise Physiology
• Current ESSA Registration
• Current National Police and Working with Children Checks
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• TGA approved COVID-19 Vaccine (unless proven exempt by a legally qualified medical practitioner)
• The ability to prescribe exercise programs for use in well-equipped gym
• The ability to confidentially prescribe home based exercises
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including demonstrated experience interacting with a wide range of people
• Self-motivated with the ability to function independently
• A want to understand and assist with bookings and payment administration
• A want to contribute to business development
• Socially perceptive; aware of reactions of others and self-awareness

To apply please attach a cover letter and resume to your online seek application.

Applications close 5.00pm Friday 19 July 2024.

Only those eligible to work in Australia need apply for this position.

Please Note:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Interviews may commence before the closing date.

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Are you currently registered with Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA)?
• How many years’ experience do you have as an Exercise Physiologist?
• Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?