Kinesiologist, Occupational Health and Safety Services

POSITION TYPE : Temporary, Part-time, Day, 45 hours / pay period, 0.6 FTE
SALARY SCALE : $42.261 to $49.224 per hour
CLOSING DATE : 2024 - 10 - 14*

Why should I join Bruyère?

At Bruyère, we're much more than a health organization; we're a true community built on respect, compassion, accountability, collaboration, and learning. If you're passionate about making a difference and are ready to be part of something bigger than yourself, join us. Come and work at Bruyère, where compassion and innovation meet to make each life better.

What is in it for me?

• Generous percentages in lieu of benefits and annual leave
• Defined benefit pension plan (when applicable)
• Wellness program and on-site gyms
• Employee perks program
• Mental health support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Professional development and learning opportunities

What would my role be?

Reporting to the direction of the OHSS Workplace Safety Manager, you will:

• Develop and coordinate individualized work conditioning programs focused on injury prevention and an early and safe return to work for employees with work-related injuries.
• Assist in the smooth transition back to work for employees off work with non-work-related injuries and illnesses.
• Anticipate, recognize, evaluate, and make recommendations for ergonomic related hazards in a variety of hospital work environments.
• Develop Safe Work Practice Standards for various departments within the hospital, and act as a resource for the implementation of these standards.
• Develop and deliver in-services to promote proper body mechanics for prevention of workplace musculoskeletal injuries.
• Complete and revise Physical and Cognitive Demands Analysis of all positions in the hospital in conjunction with management.
• Investigate and conduct root-cause analysis of work-related musculoskeletal injuries.
• Work within an interdisciplinary team consisting of the Occupational Health Nurse, WSIB Coordinator, Safety Team, Consulting Physician, and clerks.

How do I qualify?

Required:

• Undergraduate degree in Kinesiology.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with injured populations (i.e., sports injuries, work and non work-related injuries).
• Valid certificate of registration from the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario.
• Valid First Aid certificate
• Experience in the completion of Physical Demands Analysis and Ergonomic assessments.
• Experience in developing and delivering education sessions.

Preferred:

• Experience in a rehabilitation clinic.
• Fluent in French and English.

What skills should I possess to succeed in the role?

• Effective time management and organizational skills; able to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal skills, enabling active participation as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Able to work independently.
• Intermediate computer skills (Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), internet, and email.)
• Advanced knowledge of medical terminology

About Bruyère

Bruyère is Eastern Ontario's leading health organization specializing in aging, rehabilitation, and care for those with multiple complex medical conditions. We bring together compassionate, person-centered care with world-class research to maximize quality of life for those we care for and their loved ones.

Bruyère has a proven history of addressing gaps in our health system with compassion, innovation, and courage. Today, as an academic health sciences center, we are training the next generation of health professionals to see—and take action on creating—a better health system for all.

Additional Information

*Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

All applicants must provide a recent CV, and a cover letter that clearly indicates that they meet the required qualifications. Copies of your degrees and certifications, if applicable, in one of Canada's official languages must also be included. Please note that any inaccuracies in the information provided may result in your application being rejected.

Please note that the pre-screening questions must be submitted by all applicants as part of the application process and that answers are for information purposes only and will not disqualify internal candidates from competitions provided that the candidate meets the required qualifications of the position as per the posting.

Bruyère promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the Employment Equity Act and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Bruyère is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the departmental official of the accommodation measures which may be required to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

All Bruyère employees are required to provide proof of full vaccination as per our Enhanced COVID-19 Immunization policy.

An acknowledgement of receipt will be sent following the submission of your application. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The next step is yours, apply now!