Exercise Physiologist ANZSCO 234915: Job Role, Salary & Visa

Exercise Physiologist ANZSCO Code: 234915

An exercise physiologist is a person who works as a professional who has expertise in the providing benefits of exercise to help patients get fitter for overall good health, or to treat patients with a medical condition through exercise. Exercise physiologists work with injured or sick patients to create custom treatment and exercise plans to help them recover and reach their health goals. They also work with athletes to improve their performance and overall well-being. They also cure individuals after chronic illnesses or conditions, such as disabilities.

An exercise physiologist is much more of a gym trainer. They gain their qualification from the university and have good knowledge of the human body, and what exercises will cure them quickly. Exercise physiologists are known of the effects that exercise has on the musculoskeletal system, as well as on the cardiovascular and endocrine systems. They can prescribe a course of exercises for either fitness or restoration. They can also advise on behavioural change programs. Exercise physiologists can treat medical conditions such as obesity, arthritis, diabetes, cancer, osteoporosis, depression, asthma and cardiovascular diseases, as well as many other conditions. Developing new and healthy habits for patients to enable them to manage their medical condition in the best way possible is a large part of their job. They can also work side by side with physiotherapists, occupational therapists and podiatrists.

Tone
Accuracy
Speed
Behaviour

Skill Level:	1
Alternative Title:	Exercise Health Therapist
Migration Strategy:	CSOL
ANZSCO Code:	234915

Exercise Physiologist Job Description, Responsibilities, and Education Requirements

Indicative Skill Level:

In Australia and New Zealand:

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. In the case of Conservators, at least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification ANZSCO Skill Level 1. This occupation requires a qualification assessed as comparable to the education level of an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Bachelor Degree or higher degree and in a field highly relevant to the nominated occupation.

Tasks Include:

Assists and improves the function of muscles through physical activity and exercise programs
Administers a variety of tests to identify and assess physical problems and ailments of patients
Plans and discusses effective management of patients' disabilities, weight, injury or fitness
Designs, reviews, monitors, assesses and evaluates fitness/treatment programmes
Records detailed patient medical histories, exercise undertaken and the patients' responses and progress under exercise programs
Refers patients to specialists and liaises with other health professionals in relation to patients' problems, needs and progress
Educates patients, their partners, family and friends in rehabilitation procedures, such as home exercises and lifestyle changes, to enhance patients' health and wellbeing