Kinesiologist

Y-Axis; Oakville; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifemark Health Group in Oakville, Ontario is seeking a Kinesiologist to join our outpatient team. The role focuses on ergonomic assessment, POETs, work hardening and facilitating FCEs to support clients on the road to recovery.

You will collaborate with clinicians in a dynamic clinic, perform functional and biomechanical assessments, and help design graded exercise and work conditioning programs. This permanent full-time position offers exposure to complex occupational rehab cases and a

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Kinesiology

Ergonomic assessment

FCEs

Work conditioning

Work hardening

Education

Kinesiology degree

Job description

Ergonomic Assessment, POETs, Work Hardening, Functional Capacity Evaluations, Biomechanical Assessment, Fitness Assessment, Functional Assessment, Exercise Design, Work Conditioning, Client Charting, Patient Education, Occupational Rehabilitation

Wellness and Fitness Services

Description

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 possess 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!

Lifemark Physiotherapy Lakeshore135 Lakeshore Road W., Oakville, ON, L6K 1E5Permanent Full-Time

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

Land Acknowledgement:

The Lifemark Health Group team acknowledges that our work spans many Territories and Treaty areas across Canada. We are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers, Elders, and youth who inspire us. We recognize the land and its benefits, inviting everyone to reflect on the history and work towards reconciliation.

Discrimination and Harassment:

Lifemark Health Group is an equal opportunity employer with zero tolerance to discrimination and harassment of any kind. We make employment decisions without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, or any other basis protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

Diversity and Inclusion:

We’re committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve by creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Improving inclusion and equity is a collective responsibility. Lifemark aims at providing a candidate experience for all job applicants, including but not limited to those self-identifying as a member of the employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples, Women, People with Disabilities, and Visible minorities.

Accommodation:

Accommodation is available on request for all candidates taking part in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. Email us at talent at lifemark.ca#LI-DNP

Responsibilities

Responsibilities The Kinesiologist will perform biomechanical and functional assessments and design graded exercise and work hardening programs. They are responsible for tracking client progress, documenting findings in charts, and facilitating return-to-work plans.