NI-Educator/Instructor, Wellness

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JOB INFORMATION

Effective Date:

6/26/2026

Entity:

Illinois

Job Code:

NI-2342AC-A

Job Title:

NI-Educator/Instructor, Wellness

FLSA Exemption Status:

Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for providing appropriate wellness classes at various locations as assigned. Functions as a wellness resource for Health System and medical staff, ensuring the delivery of coordinated and consistently excellent wellness services through a customer-oriented process. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental philosophy and objectives, as well as Health System initiatives.

This job code is used for Multiple EBC Contracted employees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

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Plans and conducts individual and/or group teaching, coaching, testing, and other health and wellness services as needed ensuring information is age appropriate and culturally sensitive to specific audience needs.

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Develops and continually measures quality, service, and effectiveness outcomes of all educational programs and services provided ensuring individual, company or BetterLife Wellness objectives are met.

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Accurately documents client information and treatment following department and specific program policies and maintaining confidentiality of position acquired information.

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Delivers individually tailored outcome reports that are appropriate to specific audience needs in order to evaluate program performance and to create new and/or revised wellness initiatives.

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Maintains the cleanliness, order, and function of all BetterLife Wellness equipment, facility, and supplies.

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Participates in meetings, workshops and in-services for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions and/or representing BLW to external individuals and/or organizations.

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Demonstrates a professional demeanor and appearance as a health & wellness role model.

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Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective operations of BetterLife Wellness.

As needed, additional responsibilities reasonably within the scope of duties and physical requirements may be assigned.  ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND RESPECT FOR PEOPLE COMMITTMENTS.

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Clinical

Will provide all patients age and culturally appropriate assessment/screening and interpretation of clinical and laboratory data. Develops and implements age appropriate interventional plans of care including education within the parameters of their position responsibilities and licensure

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's Degree

Required

Preferred degree to be in a related healthcare field (exercise physiology, dietician, nursing or other pertinent health care field).

Preferred

Possess experience in creating and introducing new plans with attention to detail and functionality and outcome measurements.

Required

At least 2 years teaching or coaching experience or equivalent in the field of diet/nutrition or exercise.

Preferred

Experience with individual and group health risk evaluations or testing.

Preferred

Licensed Dietician, Registered Dietician Nutritionist, or NETA – National Exercise Trainers Association Wellness Coaching Certification required.

Required

NETA, ACE, or ASFA certified group fitness instructor certification or RYT 200 certification from a Yoga Alliance accredited school.

Required

Basic Life Support/CPR Certification within 3 months of employment.

Required

LICENSE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND REGISTRATIONS MUST BE MAINTAINED PER UW HEALTH POLICY. 

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Have a passion for improving people’s health and well being preferred.

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Exceptional and demonstrable customer service and problem-solving skills.

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Must possess the ability to complete tasks and projects as assigned independently.

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Must be an effective team-player and relationship builder, possess a resourceful, entrepreneurial spirit and have a high comfort level interacting with diverse groups of people.

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Excellent communication, organization and critical decision-making skills required.

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Ability to plan and prioritize tasks effectively.

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Successful completion of annual job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.

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Work well under pressure and adjust to multiple and competing demands.

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Have excellent time management skills with attention to detail.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Standing

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Walking

X

Climbing

X

Bending

X

Crouching

X

Pushing / Pulling

X

Carry

X

Fine Hand / Eye Coordination

X

Color Discrimination

X

Hearing Ability

X

Lifting / Lowering 1 -15 lbs.

X

15 - 30 lbs.

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30 - 50 lbs.

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Over 50 lbs.

UW Health does not require, nor does it expect that its employees lift more than 50 lbs unassisted. Objects in excess of 50 lbs should be lifted or moved with mechanical means or through a team lift. Employees in patient care areas are expected to utilize mechanical lifts and adhere to the "Use of Mechanical Lifts (Liko)" policy in the Patient Services Policy and Procedure Manual.

Concentration on Detail

X

Attention Span of 1 + Hours on a Task

X

Ability to Remember Multiple Tasks

X

Oral Communication

X

Written Communication

X

Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids

X

Exposure to Toxins, Cytotoxins, Poisons

X

Exposure to Extreme Heat, Cold, Temp Fluctuations

X

Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals

X

Exposure to Radiation

X

Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.

THE EMPLOYEE MUST BE ABLE TO COMPLETE ALL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB WITH OR WITHOUT AN APPROVED ACCOMODATION. Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.