KIN-Kinesiologist

Lifemark Health Group; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading physiotherapy company in Kamloops is seeking a Kinesiologist to perform assessments, design exercise programs, and work collaboratively with a team. The ideal candidate will have a Kinesiology degree, over 2 years of experience, and be registered with the appropriate governing body. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on client recovery and well-being in an out-patient clinic setting.

Benefits

Equal employment opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Accommodations for candidates

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Kinesiology.
• Registration with the Provincial governing body for Kinesiologists is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform biomechanical, fitness, and functional assessments.
• Design, implement, and supervise exercise programs.
• Conduct group orientation and education lectures.

Skills

Functional assessments

Exercise program design

Client goal setting

Client education

Education

University Kinesiology degree

Job description

Location: 867-Drake-Kamloops Oriole Rd

Schedule: Monday to Friday 8 am to 4 PM

Status: Permanent Full Time

Mandatory requirements: Registered KIN

As Canada’s largest physiotherapy company, Lifemark is passionate about enriching the health of Canadians through movement. While physiotherapy remains a core service, Kinesiology is integral in promoting our clients’ healing and improving recovery time. We believe when you move better, you feel better. This is at the heart of everything we do, and we are seeking a Kinesiologist who shares this same philosophy.

The successful candidate will posses the ability to perform ergonomic assessment, POET’s, work hardening and facilitating FCE’s. This position will provide the opportunity to work collaboratively with a team of clinicians, as well as provide exposure to complex occupational rehab cases.

If you’re someone who thrives in a dynamic out-patient clinic, is eager to learn more, and is passionate about helping our clients get back to life, you belong here!

In this role you will:

• Perform biomechanical, fitness, and functional assessments under the mentorship and direction of a physiotherapist
• Design, implement and supervise graded exercise, work conditioning and/or work hardening programs
• Perform biweekly reassessment of client progress through functional testing
• Record functional and subjective findings in client charts on a regular basis
• Work cooperatively with clients to set and achieve functional goals
• Conduct group orientation and education lectures and regular one-on-one education to clients
• Complete functional components of reports for initial, progress and discharge
• Ensure return to work plans with client and employer have been made and documented in the client chart
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Graduate of university Kinesiology degree program
• 2+ years of experience
• Registration with the appropriate Provincial governing body for Kinesiologists is required
  
  
  

Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Improving inclusion and equity is a collective responsibility. Lifemark promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including but not limited to those self-identifying as a member of the employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples, Newcomers to Canada, Women, and Visible minorities.

Accommodation

Accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. Email us at talent at lifemark.ca

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