Exercise Physiologist
Company: The Sharon at SouthPark
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description We enrich the lives of those we
serve by providing a nurturing environment that fosters joy,
purpose, and well-being. The Sharon at SouthPark is a continuing
care retirement community for senior residents located near the
heart of SouthPark. We are a non-profit long term care facility
that offers independent living, assisted living, and skilled
nursing care. At the Sharon at SouthPark our team member's number
one responsibility is to deliver compassionate resident care every
time! SUMMARY The Exercise Physiologist (EP) will operate in
conjunction with the Health and Fitness Manager (HFM) and the
Director of Vitality and Well-being (DVW) to support the
comprehensive, multi-dimensional and holistic program of offerings
for the residents and employees of The Sharon at SouthPark. The
overall goal of the position will be to utilize exercise
prescription for the intent of designing appropriate programs that
meet both needs and interests of all residents and team members.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but not limited to:
Represents the company in a positive manner while creating an
environment that fosters respect and courtesy for residents,
employees, vendors and professional partners alike. Works within
the company programs to promote safety and the well-being of all
residents and employees. Reviews needs and desires of residents
with health and fitness manager to create a list of potential
programs to meet said needs and desires. Designs and implements
determined programs. This includes but is not limited to research,
assessment selection or creation, program design, marketing,
communication, delivery, and follow-up of program to the residents
and/or team members. Contributes to resident and team member
communication with wellness and health related tips and/or content.
Supports and/or facilitates resident fitness orientations in the
Fitness Room. Learns the Vitality Discovery process and facilitates
for new residents and existing residents. This includes but is not
limited to assisting with paperwork (health history, goal setting),
conducting a Senior Fitness Test, and constructing recommendations
for the residents based on an exercise prescription basis.
Contributes to and maintains participation data for the Vitality
and Well-being Department; includes daily tracking and data entry
into a web-based benchmark system. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE B.S.
in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field required
Certifications from ACSM, ACE, AFAA, NSCA, IDEA, or NASM required
Experience with leading group fitness classes required Experience
working with older adults desired PHYSICAL DEMANDS Lift objects of
25 pounds or less over the head Move objects of 40 pounds or less
The Sharon at SouthPark is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
employer. Taking care of our residents begins with taking care of
our Employees. Company's website: thesharon.org Per company policy
Proof of Influenza vaccine and/or approved medical/religious
exemption is required for all employees.
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