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Job Summary
The CSPaR Performance Specialist will serve as a key collaborator for the training and care of the athlete/client. The CSPaR Performance Specialist will work under the direct supervision of the Sr. Manger, CSPaR, and actively engage in the performance training of clients/athletes who visit CSPaR, as well as work with other specialists at the CSPaR to coordinate care.Schedule: TBD - May include some early mornings, evenings and some Saturdays.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Client Care:
· Conducts sport specific physical performance screening
· Oversees conditioning plan and cares for client utilizing available resources in the area of fitness and conditioning using available exercise equipment within the Rehabilitation Services Department in Foxborough
· Educates client regarding appropriate exercise techniques and methods of training to improve or enhance physical performance in desired sport activity and/or prevent injury
· Perform fitness screening and personal training to school aged children through elders
· Perform fitness screening and personal training to persons of all athletic levels, amateur to professional
· Provides client(s) with 1:1 or group program development and oversight in desired sport or area of targeted improvement in physical performance
· Educates and advises client on the proper use of athletic, exercise and conditioning equipment
Administrative Duties (Documentation/Communication):
· Communicates effectively with staff, peers, colleagues, clients, family members and coaches
· Collaborates with staff nutritionist in order to improve clients’ general health, well-being and increase their stamina and/or alter their weight.
· Documents clients' program and progress
· Maintains up to date fitness screens and notes
· Maintains up to date client schedules and volume for billing processes.
· Plan and educate conditioning exercises prior to sports activity.
· Develop training programs and routines designed to improve athletic/sport activity performance
Educational/Research activities:
· Actively participates in department projects/events/activities
· Provides in-services to the Center as directed
· Serves as ambassador for Center to visitors (tours/observation of client care)
· Assists with quality assurance projects on team as directed
· Takes responsibility for continuing professional development education
· Participate in research activities conducted by the Sports Performance Center as directed.
Qualifications
Certification by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) required
Certified Athletic Trainer preferred (Massachusetts license eligible)
Bachelor’s required, Master’s degree is strongly preferred
2 or more years of relevant experience in the field of exercise physiology
Titleist Performance Institute certification a plus
CPR certification a plus
Skills/Abilities/Competencies:
Effective interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to provide compassionate care to clients
Ability to recognize emergency situations and respond appropriately
Ability to lift greater than 50 pounds
Ability to stand for an extended period of time (greater than four hours)
Strong knowledge of all components of exercise physiology as it relates to conditioning and sport specific training
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, assessment and treatment approach to broad range of diagnoses/impairments.
Clinical orientation to the MGH environment, specifically to the content area to which assigned.
Ability to participate as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
Knowledge of computer software packages including Microsoft Office Suite.
Must be fluent in written/spoken English
Working Conditions:
Collaborative work environment with activity and needs across several locations in the greater Foxborough, MA area
May require domestic and international travel
The work may require the lifting of heavy objects and patients, as well as exposure to potentially infective material
Working in an active training area with high velocity objects, heavy weights, and athletes running can be expected. Hazards present from exposure to liquid nitrogen vapors, magnesium sulfate (epsom salt), or disinfecting agents are minimized when safety precautions are strictly adhered to
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical RequirementsStanding Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
360 Patriot Place
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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