KIN-Kinesiologist

Lifemark; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading physiotherapy provider in Ottawa is seeking a passionate Kinesiologist to enhance client health through movement. This part-time role involves conducting assessments, designing exercise programs, and collaborating with a team of clinicians. The ideal candidate is a university graduate in Kinesiology with strong skills in ergonomic assessments and client interaction. Join us to make a difference in the lives of clients aiming for recovery and improved function.

Qualifications

• Registration with College of Kinesiologists of Ontario is required.
• 2+ years of experience is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform biomechanical assessments under physiotherapist supervision.
• Design, implement, and supervise exercise programs.
• Conduct regular client reassessments and record findings.
• Facilitate educational lectures for clients.
• Create return-to-work plans and document them.

Skills

Ergonomic assessment

Functional assessments

Exercise program supervision

Client goal setting

Group education

Education

Graduated from a university Kinesiology degree program

Job description

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!

Location

1081 Carling Ave., Ottawa, ON, K1Y 4G2

Schedule

Status: Part Time - 24 hours/week

Anticipated Work Schedule: Tuesday 08:00:00 – 16:00:00, Thursday 08:00:00 – 16:00:00, Friday 08:00:00 – 16:00:00

Mandatory Requirements

Registration with College of Kinesiologists of Ontario

We have gone above and beyond to ensure the safety of our patients and employees with PPE provided, the spacing of patients, screening, and more. Extensive safety protocols and procedures have been put into place and are mandatory.

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 considered an asset
• Registration with the appropriate Provincial governing body for Kinesiologists is required

Interested in Learning More?

Visit our website www.lifemark.ca for more information.