We are looking for a detail-oriented kinesiologist to help our patients to cope with physical injuries or manage, rehabilitate, and prevent disorders that impede movement. The kinesiologist specializes in the analysis of the movement of the human body and the alleviation of muscle ailments through applying various healing techniques. You will also demonstrate proper muscle movements to prevent further injuries and sprains and to reduce physical cricks post operations.
Kinesiologist Responsibilities:
- Studying the effects of exercise on the body's functions to improve health and performance at work, in sports, or in daily life.
- Monitoring patient muscle movements to alleviate muscle ailments.
- Assisting patients suffering from physical disabilities.
- Improving the motor learning skills of patients suffering from the motor and neurological problems, such as cerebral palsy and autism.
- Suggesting and demonstrating proper body postures and muscle movements in corporate settings to prevent disorders such as carpal tunnel syndrome.
- Designing rehabilitation programs to increase the range of motions for patients with movement disorders.
- Developing and conducting fitness and mobility programs for the elderly.
- Training patients to use exercises, stretches, or therapy to manage pain, prevent injury, and increase mobility.
Kinesiologist Requirements:
- A bachelor's degree in kinesiology.
- A licenced registered practitioner with Alberta Kinesiology association
- A thorough working knowledge of the tissues, anatomy, physiology, and basic movements of the human body.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Valuable analytical and problem-solving skills.
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Calgary, AB T3J 3W6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)