Kinesiologist
About The Position
The Return to Work program at Lifemark Sunpark Plaza is looking for a kinesiologist to join their team. The Lifemark RTW program provides interdisciplinary care for injured workers in preparation for return to work. Clients are referred from WCB following workplace musculoskeletal injuries. The kinesiologist will be responsible for delivering high quality assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries, with a goal of improving function, managing symptoms, and reducing the impact of workplace injury on clients’ lives. The position requires working closely with an interdisciplinary team, including psychologists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and physicians. There are also opportunities to collaborate with other kinesiologists. The successful candidate will also have the potential to grow into more diverse populations, including chronic health conditions in long-term disability claims and motor vehicle accidents. This role is for someone who thrives in a dynamic out-patient clinic, is eager to learn more, and is passionate about helping clients get back to life.
Requirements
- Graduate of university Kinesiology degree program
- Registration with the Alberta Kinesiology Association is required
Nice To Haves
- 2+ years of experience considered an asset
Responsibilities
- Perform biomechanical, fitness, and functional assessments
- Design, implement and supervise graded exercise & work conditioning programs
- Record functional and subjective findings in client charts on a regular basis
- Conduct group orientation and education lectures and regular one-on-one education to clients
- Complete functional components of reports for initial, progress and discharge
- Communicate with external stakeholders and client referral sources
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team at your clinic to ensure best client care
- Manage caseload in a fast-paced environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
