Ergonomics & Safe Handling Specialist (12-Month)

Medavie; City of Moncton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health service provider in Moncton is seeking a temporary Ergonomics and Safe Handling Advisor responsible for implementing ergonomic programs and conducting employee training to enhance safety and well-being. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, experience in health care, and excellent communication skills. Bilingualism is required for this position. This role offers competitive benefits and will involve assessing workplace conditions to reduce injury risk.

Benefits

Benefits included

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in health care, preferably in Kinesiology.
• 1-3 years of experience in the health care field.
• Bilingualism is required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Implement ergonomic and safe handling programs to prevent workplace injuries.
• Conduct ergonomic assessments and provide training for safe patient handling.
• Create monthly reports on work injuries and assess claims.

Skills

Facilitation of training sessions

Excellent communication skills

Customer service skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor degree in Kinesiology

Training in Health and Safety

Job description

A regional health service provider in Moncton is seeking a temporary Ergonomics and Safe Handling Advisor responsible for implementing ergonomic programs and conducting employee training to enhance safety and well-being. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, experience in health care, and excellent communication skills. Bilingualism is required for this position. This role offers competitive benefits and will involve assessing workplace conditions to reduce injury risk.