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The Personal Trainer is responsible for performing physical assessments on members and developing personalized exercise prescriptions based on each member’s fitness assessment and health history. They orient members to the equipment and use of the facility and update member’s exercise prescriptions as needed while monitoring participation for retention purposes. They must possess excellent communication skills. Understands and practices the institutional Core Values of Dignity, Justice, Stewardship, Compassionate Service and Excellence.

Position Details:

Position Details:

Mercy Fitness Center – Healthpoint

2126 Independence Street

Cape Girardeau, MO  63703

Hours/Schedule

Part-Time (20-hrs per week)

Varies/Rotating

Qualifications:

• Required Education:
  • Bachelors degree in fitness, health, or sports related field or experience in lieu of degree as outlined below is required. 
• Preferred Education:
• Experience:
  • 1 year experience is preferred for those meeting degree requirements. In lieu of degree, 4 years of relevant experience will be considered.
• Certifications:
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) certification is required within 90 days of hire.
  • Certification from a nationally recognized institution including but not limited to one of the following is required:
    • CES (Corrective Exercise Specialist)
    • PES (Performance Enhancement Specialist)
    • GPT (Group Personal Training Specialist)
    • ACSM (American College Sports Medicine)
    • ACE (American Council of Exercise)
    • NASM (National Academy Sports Medicine
    • CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist)
    • Crossfit
    • ISSA (International Sports Science Association)

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.