Kinesiologist

Union: NonUnion 
Department: Altum Health 
Site: Oshawa
Reports to: Site Manager 
Work Model: OnSite 
Hours: 37.5 hours per week 
Salary:$36.38 $45.48 per hour (To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy) 
Status: Temporary Fulltime (12 month contract)

Altum Health is currently recruiting for an energetic well organized and experiencedREGISTERED KINESIOLOGISTto join our Oshawa team. As an Altum Kinesiologist we are looking for an individual with demonstrated competencies in the clinical assessment and treatment of concussion chronic pain musculoskeletal injuries and mental health within an 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 the disability management field would be preferred. 

As an Altum Clinician you will empower and support clients through their recovery with the application of your handson knowledge skills and abilities in the treatment of orthopedic disorders chronic pain and with the rehabilitation and return to work of injured workers. You will treat clients and enable them to reach their fully functional and work reintegration potential in collaboration with all stakeholders (client treatment team and etc.) You will also perform crossfunctional duties and crosssite duties as assigned or requested. 

Qualifications :

What we look for in a Kinesiologist:

• University Degree in respective profession as required by the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario 
• Certificate of Registration with respective College and proof of malpractice insurance
• Two (2) years related experience in the assessment and treatment of clients/patients with MSK injuries including chronic pain; work related injuries MVA and/or experience in the thirdparty health care system is an asset
• Knowledge of active rehab protocols
• FAE and Return to work planning skills preferred; Disability Management skills also preferred
• Excellent interpersonal time management and organizational skills
• Demonstrates appropriate and effective written oral and nonverbal communication skills
• Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job 

What we look for in an Altum Clinician:

• A Clinician who can adhere to confidentiality requirements can demonstrate initiative and with excellent judgement and prioritizing skills 
• A Clinician who understands the detail required for insurance reporting and who is not deterred by mandatory processes; experience in case management and communication with thirdparty/referral services desirable 
• A passionate and dedicated team player who can work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team and who is committed to the challenge of working with clients suffering from acute and chronic workplace injuries 
• Excellent interpersonal time management and organizational skills 

Additional Information :

Why join UHN

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world UHN offers a wide range of benefits programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor allowing you to find value where it matters most to you now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP )
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel restaurants parking phone plans auto insurance discounts onsite gyms etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHNs attendance management program to be eligible for consideration. 

Vaccines (COVID and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code. 

UHN is a respectful caring and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance.  Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially. 

University Health Network thanks all applicants however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract