SET Health Diabetes Management services Mornington- WE NEED MOTIVATED EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST.

Come join the team at our NEW Mornington clinic.

Position: Exercise Physiologist – Contractor
Location: Partner Gym Facility
Reports to: Clinical Director / Diabetes Program Coordinator
Employment Type: Contract

About Us

We are a leading diabetes management services company dedicated to supporting individuals living with diabetes and pre-diabetes to achieve better health outcomes. Through a holistic approach that combines education, clinical expertise, and exercise prescription, we empower clients to take control of their health and improve their quality of life.

We have partnered with a gym facility to deliver accessible, evidence-based exercise interventions that complement medical care and nutrition strategies.

Role Overview

As a Contract Exercise Physiologist, you will deliver tailored exercise interventions to clients with diabetes, pre-diabetes, and related metabolic health conditions. Working within a gym facility, you will collaborate with our multidisciplinary team—including diabetes educators, dietitians, and other allied health professionals—to provide safe, effective, and client-centered exercise programs.

This role is ideal for a motivated professional who enjoys a challenge, thrives in a gym environment, and is passionate about chronic disease management through exercise.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct initial assessments of clients with diabetes, pre-diabetes, and related conditions, including functional fitness testing and health risk screening.

Design and deliver individualised and group exercise programs in alignment with clinical guidelines for diabetes management.

Provide ongoing monitoring of client progress, adjusting programs as needed to optimize health outcomes and safety.

Educate clients on the role of exercise in blood glucose management, cardiovascular health, weight management, and overall wellbeing.

Collaborate with other healthcare providers (e.g., diabetes educators, dietitians, GPs, endocrinologists) to ensure integrated care.

Maintain accurate client records using Nookal (computer software) and provide feedback to the clinical team regarding progress and challenges.

Support client motivation and engagement by fostering a positive, empowering, and inclusive gym environment.

Stay up to date with evidence-based practices in exercise physiology and diabetes management.

Essential Qualifications & Skills

Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) with ESSA accreditation (or eligible).

Current ESSA accreditation is required at the time of application.

Current Professional Indemnity & Public Liability Insurance.

Current First Aid and CPR certification.

Demonstrated experience in prescribing exercise for clients with diabetes, metabolic syndrome, obesity, or other chronic conditions.

A minimum of 2+ years of experience working with diabetes and chronic conditions is required.

Strong understanding of the interaction between exercise, medication, and blood glucose regulation.

Excellent communication skills and ability to adapt to diverse client needs.

Capacity to work independently while maintaining collaborative ties with a multidisciplinary team.

Australian work rights are required for this position.

Desirable Attributes

Previous experience working within a gym or fitness facility.

Experience running group-based exercise classes for clinical populations.

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to motivate clients in a gym environment.

What We Offer

Flexible contract work within a modern gym facility.

The opportunity to be part of a growing diabetes management company making a real difference in people's lives.

Competitive contractor remuneration with potential for growth.

Access to ongoing professional development and team support.

A rewarding role where you can directly contribute to improving health outcomes for people living with diabetes.