Cardiac Rehab Kinesiologist: Lead Patient Recovery & Fitness

St. Joseph's Health Care, London; London; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent health care facility in Ontario is seeking a Kinesiologist for their Cardiac Rehabilitation program. This full-time position involves implementing patient care plans and promoting healthy lifestyle changes. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology, possesses relevant registration, and has experience in exercise prescription for chronic disease patients. The role includes opportunities for teaching and research alongside clinical responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 2 years recent experience providing exercise prescription to patients with chronic diseases.
• Knowledge of cardiovascular disease and its implications for fitness programming.
• Formal training in adapted fitness preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement and coordinate individualized patient care plans.
• Encourage patients in maintaining and optimizing function through exercise.
• Engage in role-related teaching and research activities.

Skills

Exercise prescription and supervised training

Advanced interpersonal relations

Collaboration in multidisciplinary teams

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology Sciences or related

Valid registration with the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario

Tools

Computer-based office technologies

Job description

A prominent health care facility in Ontario is seeking a Kinesiologist for their Cardiac Rehabilitation program. This full-time position involves implementing patient care plans and promoting healthy lifestyle changes. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology, possesses relevant registration, and has experience in exercise prescription for chronic disease patients. The role includes opportunities for teaching and research alongside clinical responsibilities.