25OPP054 - Kinesiologist-Cas Cardio Rehab

Under the direction of the Manager, Cardiovascular Rehabilitation and Cardiac Diagnostics, the Kinesiologist is responsible for the planning, coordination and supervision of the daily activities of the exercise, education and counseling programs within the Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Program. The Kinesiologist acts as the program participant’s case manager, who develops care plans and actions to achieve increased knowledge and skills to reduce modifiable risk factors, improving participant’s quality of life and reducing risk for future events. The Kinesiologist will work within the interprofessional team to develop the plan of care for individuals attending the Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Program. In addition, the Kinesiologist will participate in the provision of all aspects of the program, including regionally based activities.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Education/Experience:

1. Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology
2. Unencumbered registration with College of Kinesiologists of Ontario
3. 1‑3 years experience working in chronic disease management; specifically building and progression of care plans

Skills/Abilities:

1. Minimum 1‑3 years of recent experience working chronic disease management setting
2. Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal communication skills (electronic, oral and written)
3. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in an interprofessional team environment
4. Knowledge and ability to adopt and apply policy and procedures
5. Ability to clinically appraise practice related to quality improvement, ethical and clinical issues
6. Ability to self‑direct activity to meet target timelines
7. Demonstrated regular attendance.
8. Demonstrated computer literacy with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point, Excel, and Access
9. Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and awareness.
10. Excellent problem solving, decision making, and critical thinking skills
11. Excellent organizational and time management skills
12. Experience in physical assessments
13. Experience building and presenting patient and family education material

Assets:

1. Successful completion of Kinesiology Graduate Diploma is an asset
2. Successful completion of ACSM Exercise Specialist program

Salary Range: $39.160 to 50.770

The Health Sciences Centre strives to ensure the safety and security of the patients, visitors, employees and assets financial and otherwise. All offers of employment to external candidates shall be conditional upon: a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) where indicated, to ensure the absence of relevant criminal convictions; and proof of full vaccination of all required doses of a COVID‑19 vaccine approved by Health Canada to Occupational Health & Safety.

The Hospital is committed to delivering healthcare in a manner that is consistent with Patient and Family Centred Care. Applicants are required to have a demonstrated knowledge, understanding and commitment to this care philosophy.

Candidates will have demonstrated adherence to the Hospital's Code of Conduct. Regular attendance at work is imperative, therefore, all applicants will have to demonstrate a good attendance record to be considered for this position.

Joining our team means that you will be an integral part of achieving our mission, vision and values.

Our Mission: We provide quality Care to Patients and Families, supported and advanced by research, innovation and education that is responsive to the needs of the peoples of Northwestern Ontario.

Our Vision: Exceptional care for every patient, every time.

Our Values: Diversity, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Accountability

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment supporting diversity in our work environment to provide quality care where all feel valued, respected, and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce reflective of the communities in which we live and serve and encourage Indigenous people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply and self‑identify. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process. Additionally, we are identified as an English/French speaking health sciences centre and encourage bilingual candidates to apply.

If there are no qualified applicants for the above position, the Hospital may, at their discretion, train unqualified individuals.

Interested applicants must submit a resume outlining relevant previous experience and training no later than 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, 30 April, 2025.

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