Position name:
Exercise Specialist
Department:
Cardiac Wellness Clinic
Rate of Pay:
as per the Collective Agreement
Reporting to the Manager Ambulatory Clinics, the Exercise Specialist is responsible for provision of direct client services including evaluation, treatment and consultation. Responsible for participation in departmental, program and corporate professional activities supportive of direct client services and corporate objectives. Float Support for any program that utilizes an Exercise Specialist. The incumbent is responsible for deliver of care consistent with the vision and values of the hospital and the standards of relevant professional organizations. The Exercise Specialist complies with the Occupational Health and Safety Standards for the hospital and is proactive in promoting a safe work environment.
QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION:
· Bachelors degree in Human Kinetics or equivalent – required
· Registered Kinesiologist with the College of Kinesiology of Ontario – preferred
· Cardiac Physiology or Chronic Disease Management credit or equivalent
· 2 years experience in a cardiac rehabilitation program or a chronic disease program
· Professional specialty in Applied Kinesiology/Movement Sciences - preferred
· Demonstration of ability to read and interpret cardiac monitoring – preferred
· Current BLSC certification - required
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Certification in the American College of Sports Medicine or Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology – preferred
· Current membership in the Canadian Association of Cardiac Rehabilitation-preferred
· Valid Ontario Driver’s License with the use of a car and insurance
· Commitment to and participation in Quality Enhancement activities
· Ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment
· Knowledge of computer functions and (Microsoft Office Software’s : Word, Excel, Outlook, )
FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department.
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