Athletic trainer vs exercise specialist

Differences between athletic trainer and exercise specialist duties and responsibilities

Athletic trainer example responsibilities.

• Administer rehabilitation procedures and the safety of athletes at practices and games including ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
• Evaluate and create a rehabilitation program for ankle sprains, fibula fractures, and shin splints.
• Administer multiple therapeutic techniques for student athletes including electrical stimulation and ultrasound
• Assist physical therapist in generating rehabilitation protocols for patients, progress exercises, order supplies for clinic and oversee aide scheduling.
• Assist with OSHA record keeping.
• Maintain cleanliness of gym and stations.
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Exercise specialist example responsibilities.

• Case manage cardiac rehabilitation participants providing educational support and counseling, smoking cessation, stress management, and exercise safety.
• Conduct fitness assessments base on ACSM guidelines and educate clients on results.
• Develop and plan individualized exercise programs for fitness members, personal training clients, senior citizens and post-rehab physical therapy patients.
• Educate patients on therapeutic exercises prescribe by physical therapists, maintain orderliness of clinic and aid in administrative tasks and documentation.
• Conduct new member orientations and fitness test using ACSM guidelines.
• Instruct group exercise classes such as: yoga, cycling, and weight training.
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