Heather Kennedy

2009-present                                                                                                                    Meridian MotionXcellence Sports Performance Lab

Exercise Physiologist/ Program Coordinator

• Responsible for the effective operation of motion analysis laboratory; oversee fiscal management, assist in the development of the operating budget, maintain statistical data, assist in recruitment, promotion and advertising.
• Responsible for capture, processing and reporting of all motion capture studies.
• Work cohesively with Medical Director to provide comprehensive reports and appropriate treatment plans/exercise recommendations for all clients.

2007-2009                                                                                                                                          Meridian Life Fitness & Rehabilitation

Fitness Supervisor

• Responsible for the effective operation of hospital-based fitness facility; oversee fiscal management of the fitness center, assist in the development of the operating budget, proposes and purchases equipment and supplies, maintains statistical data.
• Responsible for development and supervision of a comprehensive fitness program consisting of group fitness classes, personal training program, babysitting services, massage therapy and reflexology; plan, coordinate, implement, conduct and evaluate all club programming.
• Perform administrative and personnel related functions, conduct staff meetings, schedule staff and maintain time sheets, oversee fitness staff duties, conduct employee training and performance evaluations.
• Instructed group fitness classes and personal training sessions.

2005-2007                                                                                                                                   Meridian Life Fitness & Rehabilitation

Wellness Program Coordinator

• Created and oversaw “Move for Life” Preadolescent Exercise Program, designed for overweight children.
• Developed Lose for Life weight loss/weight management program.
• Designed and conducted Employee Health and Fitness Incentive Programs, including weight-loss and fitness challenges, lunch and learn sessions, fitness assessment screenings, stress-management and relaxation drills.
• Developed Medical Fitness Program for individuals with chronic health conditions requiring physiologist and physician oversight.  
• Instructed group fitness classes and personal training sessions.

2002-2006                                                                    Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Cardiopulmonary Rehab & Fitness

Exercise Physiologist

• Designed and monitored exercise programs for cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation patients.
• Prescribed appropriate workloads and target heart rates, calculated from stress tests, for exercise.
• Monitored EKG, blood pressure, and blood sugar of patients throughout exercise sessions.
• Lead educational classes for patients and patient family members.
• Screened individuals' medical histories and current health status to identify major risk factors; administered fitness testing procedures and counseled individuals regarding test results and use of exercise equipment.
• Instructed group fitness classes and personal training sessions.