Jobs in Columbia Md Us

Senior Manager, Issues & Public Affairs

$80,337 - $145,077/yr

Company Description About Covista Covista is America's largest healthcare educator, serving more than 97,000 students and supported by a community of 385,000 alumni across five accredited institutions. Through personalized, tech-enabled education powered by 10,000 faculty and colleagues, Covista expands access to healthcare careers and addresses the U.S. healthcare workforce shortage at scale. Covista is the parent company of American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Chamberlain University, Ross University School of Medicine, Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and Walden University. Our colleagues come from a wide range of backgrounds, business, academia, healthcare, government and nonprofits, and are part of a culture where doing exceptional work and making a meaningful difference for students and society aren't separate goals—they're one and the same. This means creating an environment where colleagues can develop new skills, build careers that match their ambitions and see the tangible impact of their work on healthcare education and workforce development. Colleagues who deliver results and embrace new tools to work smarter are valued for their contributions. But what makes working at Covista distinctive is our impact. Our faculty and colleagues don't just support healthcare education—they shape it. This isn't abstract purpose work. It's solving real problems for real people in real communities while advancing careers. We operate on a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week (Monday–Thursday). This approach enhances creativity, innovation, communication, and relationship-building, fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment. For more information, visit covista.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube. Job Description Opportunity at a Glance You're the hands-on execution expert who makes our public affairs strategy come to life day-to-day. This role is all about rapid response, stakeholder relationship building, and keeping everyone informed about what's happening in the political and regulatory world. Great for someone who's politically savvy and thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure situations. What You'll Do: Execute our advocacy and issues management agenda with a focus on day-to-day operations, stakeholder engagement, and crisis response coordination. You'll need to be proactive and politically savvy, able to manage sensitive issues with discretion while maintaining agility in fast-paced environments. Responsibilities Execute public affairs initiatives while ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy Lead rapid crisis response efforts and coordinate internal/external communications Track regulatory developments and provide timely intelligence to leadership Build relationships with advocacy groups and trade associations for policy support Develop messaging that supports business objectives and regulatory positioning Collaborate with legal, compliance, and communications teams for consistent messaging Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Required 7+ years of experience in public affairs, government relations, or advocacy 3+ years in management or senior individual contributor roles Proven experience in crisis communications and rapid response coordination Background in monitoring legislative and regulatory developments Experience working with trade associations and advocacy organizations Healthcare, education, or regulated industry experience preferred Skills Strong strategic thinking with excellent tactical execution abilities Outstanding written and oral communication skills Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities Strong analytical skills for assessing policy impacts and developing responses Relationship-building expertise with diverse stakeholder groups Project management skills with attention to detail and deadlines Additional Information In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $80337.00 and $145077.00. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits. Covista offers a robust suite of benefits including: Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match Participation in Covista's Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy 12 Paid Holidays For more information related to our benefits please visit: https://careers.covista.com/benefits You are also eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.* Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

Senior Manager, Issues & Public Affairs

$80,337 - $145,077/yr

Company Description About Covista Covista is America's largest healthcare educator, serving more than 97,000 students and supported by a community of 385,000 alumni across five accredited institutions. Through personalized, tech-enabled education powered by 10,000 faculty and colleagues, Covista expands access to healthcare careers and addresses the U.S. healthcare workforce shortage at scale. Covista is the parent company of American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Chamberlain University, Ross University School of Medicine, Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and Walden University. Our colleagues come from a wide range of backgrounds, business, academia, healthcare, government and nonprofits, and are part of a culture where doing exceptional work and making a meaningful difference for students and society aren't separate goals—they're one and the same. This means creating an environment where colleagues can develop new skills, build careers that match their ambitions and see the tangible impact of their work on healthcare education and workforce development. Colleagues who deliver results and embrace new tools to work smarter are valued for their contributions. But what makes working at Covista distinctive is our impact. Our faculty and colleagues don't just support healthcare education—they shape it. This isn't abstract purpose work. It's solving real problems for real people in real communities while advancing careers. We operate on a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week (Monday–Thursday). This approach enhances creativity, innovation, communication, and relationship-building, fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment. For more information, visit covista.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube. Job Description Opportunity at a Glance You're the hands-on execution expert who makes our public affairs strategy come to life day-to-day. This role is all about rapid response, stakeholder relationship building, and keeping everyone informed about what's happening in the political and regulatory world. Great for someone who's politically savvy and thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure situations. What You'll Do: Execute our advocacy and issues management agenda with a focus on day-to-day operations, stakeholder engagement, and crisis response coordination. You'll need to be proactive and politically savvy, able to manage sensitive issues with discretion while maintaining agility in fast-paced environments. Responsibilities Execute public affairs initiatives while ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy Lead rapid crisis response efforts and coordinate internal/external communications Track regulatory developments and provide timely intelligence to leadership Build relationships with advocacy groups and trade associations for policy support Develop messaging that supports business objectives and regulatory positioning Collaborate with legal, compliance, and communications teams for consistent messaging Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Required 7+ years of experience in public affairs, government relations, or advocacy 3+ years in management or senior individual contributor roles Proven experience in crisis communications and rapid response coordination Background in monitoring legislative and regulatory developments Experience working with trade associations and advocacy organizations Healthcare, education, or regulated industry experience preferred Skills Strong strategic thinking with excellent tactical execution abilities Outstanding written and oral communication skills Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities Strong analytical skills for assessing policy impacts and developing responses Relationship-building expertise with diverse stakeholder groups Project management skills with attention to detail and deadlines Additional Information In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $80337.00 and $145077.00. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits. Covista offers a robust suite of benefits including: Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match Participation in Covista's Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy 12 Paid Holidays For more information related to our benefits please visit: https://careers.covista.com/benefits You are also eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.* Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

Stretch Practitioner - Flexologist (Exercise Science/Kinesiology/Physical Therapy preferred)

$50,000 - $60,000/yr

StretchLab Columbia Flexologist (Stretch Practitioner) Full-Time or Part-Time Hands-on. Technically Skilled. Emotionally Intelligent. You’re as skilled at reading people as you are reading bodies — creating a safe, supportive experience that helps clients relax, trust, and stay consistent with their care. Delivering personalized one-on-one assisted stretching through a balance of intuitive body awareness, technical skill, empathy, and a natural ability to connect and relate to others. You understand that people don’t just come to be stretched — they come to feel seen, supported, and cared for. \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\ You might be a: * Exercise science, kinesiology, or sports medicine graduate. * Dance or dance movement graduate with years of training and deep intuitive body awareness. * Strength \& conditioning coach, athletic trainer, or personal trainer. * Physical therapy aide or assistant. * Massage therapist interested in PNF-based assisted stretching (not massage). * Yoga or Pilates instructor with a strong foundation in anatomy and movement. If this sounds like you — we’d love to meet you. \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\ You have: Experience working directly with clients in fitness, wellness, or movement-based roles. Strong intuitive and/or technical understanding of the human body, including anatomy, biomechanics, and movement. Comfort working hands-on with a wide range of bodies and abilities. Clear, confident communication skills and the ability to explain which muscles are being stretched, why they matter, and how different muscle groups connect and affect one another. Strong emotional intelligence and the ability to connect easily and authentically with clients. Deep knowledge paired with a beginner’s mind — curious, coachable, and genuinely eager to keep learning and growing. Reliability, professionalism, and respect for systems, standards, and team dynamics. _______________________________________________________________________________ You’re ready to: Deliver personalized one-on-one assisted stretch sessions using StretchLab’s proprietary methods. Help clients improve mobility, flexibility, recovery, and overall movement quality. Educate clients on their bodies and progress with care, clarity, and confidence. Show clients simple stretches and send follow-up resources they can do from home between sessions to further their progress. Complete session documentation and SOAP notes accurately and on time. Support studio flow, cleanliness, and professionalism throughout your shifts. Contribute to keeping your schedule full by assisting with phone calls, follow-ups, and help with administrative or sales-related tasks when not booked. Participate in training, team meetings, and ongoing skill development. _______________________________________________________________________________ Who We Are We help people move better, feel better, and live better every day. We deliver premium one-on-one assisted stretching through a science-backed method rooted in evidence-based research, incorporating PNF techniques to improve mobility, recovery, and performance. Our Columbia studio blends: The strength of Xponential Fitness — the global leader in boutique wellness, with sister brands including Club Pilates, YogaSix, Pure Barre, and BFT and thousands of locations worldwide. The care and connection of hands-on local ownership. _______________________________________________________________________________ What You’ll Do Deliver high-quality one-on-one assisted stretch sessions consistently. Build trust and rapport with members through confident competence, professionalism, and care. Support first-time client experiences through introductory stretch assessments that deliver real physical value while educating clients on our stretch method and long-term benefits to support conversion into ongoing care. Collaborate closely with Front Desk Wellness Advisors to support member retention, new member conversion, and overall studio success. Uphold studio standards related to safety, documentation, and cleanliness. \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\_ Compensation \& Benefits Competitive pay, paid hourly and equivalent to: $50,000 – $60,000 annually for full-time roles $25,000 – $60,000 annually for part-time roles (minimum 20 hours/week) Free stretch membership Healthcare stipend Paid Time Off Team outings, free snacks, sparkling water, and studio perks Continuing education and opportunities for growth and career development Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week Benefits: Continuing education credits Dental insurance Flexible schedule Gym membership Health insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): ATTENTION: Answering all the pre-screening questions below are required for consideration for this role. Respond to this question with "I understand." When were the last 3 times you called out of work and what were the reasons? Describe your experience (and number of years of experience) in fitness, wellness, or service-based sales. Include what type of formal or informal training you've had. Why do you want to work at StretchLab? Ability to Commute: * Columbia, MD 21045 (Required) Work Location: In person

Exercise Physiologist (PRN)

Join an amazing global healthcare organization with lots of opportunities for growth! Flexible Work Schedules ~ Opportunity to Cross-Train and Gain Valuable Experience ~ Networking Opportunities ~ And More Position Summary: The Exercise Physiologist - PRN: Works in a nationally certified cardiac and pulmonary rehab program for all phases of rehab (in-patient and out-patient) Plans, coordinates, and implements exercise and related programs for both cardiac and pulmonary rehab Provide assessments and treatments of patients Perform a wide a variety of non-invasive cardiac and pulmonary tests Organize and conduct medically prescribed cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation services for inpatients and/or outpatients to restore function, prevent disability following disease, injury, or loss of a body part, improve cardiac and pulmonary healing Assist the patient in reaching his/her maximum possible level of functioning to assume a place in society while learning to live within the limits of their disease Follows guidelines, requirements, and recommendations from AACVPR and ACSM Innovations improve work procedures and methods and primarily result in some time and cost savings Work frequently requires internal contacts outside the work group to exchange work-related information Contact with external contacts involves providing or getting factual information Requires normal courtesy and tact in dealing with others Education: Master's Degree of Science in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, or Kinesiology or related field. Must pass hospital Arrhythmia test within three (3) months of hire. Licensure/Certification: Current ACLS certification required. ACL needs to be obtained prior or within the first three (3) months of employment. Current CPR certification. American College of Sports Medicine Exercise Specialist certification and/or American College of Sports Medicine Registered Clinical Exercise Physiology Exam preferred. Experience: Two (2) or more years of experience in cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation setting required, relevant to the setting(s) to which the employee will be assigned. Knowledge of Scottcare telemetry system preferred Click below to learn more about Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Rehabilitation at Columbia | Johns Hopkins Medicine Salary Range: Minimum 30.00/hour - Maximum 30.00/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices. Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.