Kinesiologist

Halton Healthcare’s vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers. We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always

At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with ‘exemplary patient care, always’ at the heart of everything we do.

We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve.

Halton Healthcare takes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities. As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we are committed to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care.

Working within the inter-professional WSIB Specialized Program team, the Registered Kinesiologist will provide functional testing, treatment, management and education to progress individuals with work-related injuries. We are looking for an individual with demonstrated competencies in the clinical assessment and treatment of chronic pain, musculoskeletal injuries, and mental health within the adult population an asset. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience in the injured worker population, functional testing and return to work planning. Additional experience in disability management field would be preferred. You will be working to treat clients to enable them them to reach their fully functional and work reintegration potential in collaboration with all stakeholders.

• Complete functional assessments, FAE, and job match assessments
• Provide exercise prescription
• Progress exercises based on client's tolerance and pain levels
• Support case management with the inter-professional team and provider
• Assist with preparing progress and discharge reports
• Assist with building strong rapport with clients and anticipate client's needs
• Participate in clinical rounds to support care planning

• University Degree is Kinesiology or Human Kinetics
• Registration in good standing with the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario
• Experience with Exercise Progression
• Two (2) years related experience in the assessment and treatment of patients with MSK injuries, including chronic pain, and work-related injuries
• Knowledge of active rehab protocols
• FAE and return to work planning skills preferred
• Excellent time management and organizational skills and the ability to work independently
• The ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• The desire to work hard to improve your skills
• Empathy with an effective ability to build rapport with patients
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and to facilitate our clients’ needs by exceeding their goals
• Experience in interdisciplinary care considered an asset

Hours: Mon - Fri, Various rotating 7.5 hour shifts (Hours are subject to change based on operational needs)

Salary: $35.924 to $41.370 per hour

Date Posted: November 5, 2024

Internal Applicants Due by: November 12, 2024

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Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by a job well done, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient satisfaction as we are, we'd like to hear from you. Please attach your current resume directly to this posting.

We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Halton Healthcare is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation.

All new hires must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy as a condition of employment with Halton Healthcare. Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a documented medical exemption as part of the hiring process.

All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Halton Healthcare’s vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers. We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always

At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with ‘exemplary patient care, always’ at the heart of everything we do.

We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve.

Halton Healthcare takes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities. As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we are committed to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care.

Working within the inter-professional WSIB Specialized Program team, the Registered Kinesiologist will provide functional testing, treatment, management and education to progress individuals with work-related injuries. We are looking for an individual with demonstrated competencies in the clinical assessment and treatment of chronic pain, musculoskeletal injuries, and mental health within the adult population an asset. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience in the injured worker population, functional testing and return to work planning. Additional experience in disability management field would be preferred. You will be working to treat clients to enable them them to reach their fully functional and work reintegration potential in collaboration with all stakeholders.

• Complete functional assessments, FAE, and job match assessments
• Provide exercise prescription
• Progress exercises based on client's tolerance and pain levels
• Support case management with the inter-professional team and provider
• Assist with preparing progress and discharge reports
• Assist with building strong rapport with clients and anticipate client's needs
• Participate in clinical rounds to support care planning

• University Degree is Kinesiology or Human Kinetics
• Registration in good standing with the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario
• Experience with Exercise Progression
• Two (2) years related experience in the assessment and treatment of patients with MSK injuries, including chronic pain, and work-related injuries
• Knowledge of active rehab protocols
• FAE and return to work planning skills preferred
• Excellent time management and organizational skills and the ability to work independently
• The ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• The desire to work hard to improve your skills
• Empathy with an effective ability to build rapport with patients
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and to facilitate our clients’ needs by exceeding their goals
• Experience in interdisciplinary care considered an asset

Hours: Mon - Fri, Various rotating 7.5 hour shifts (Hours are subject to change based on operational needs)

Salary: $35.924 to $41.370 per hour

Date Posted: November 5, 2024

Internal Applicants Due by: November 12, 2024

REF1266U

Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by a job well done, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient satisfaction as we are, we'd like to hear from you. Please attach your current resume directly to this posting.

We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Halton Healthcare is committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation.

All new hires must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy as a condition of employment with Halton Healthcare. Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a documented medical exemption as part of the hiring process.

All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.