Work as a Kinesiologist with LiNK Rehab!
* We currently do not have any openings. Feel free to submit your resume and we will keep it on file for consideration when future opportunities arise.*
LiNK Rehab is a community-based occupational therapy company in Metro Vancouver. As a Kinesiologist with LiNK Rehab you will:
Provide graded home activation exercises or community gym/aquatics exercise programs to adults with a range of musculoskeletal, neurological, and mental health challenges, sustained secondary to injury (e.g. workplace injury, MVA) to maximize abilities and facilitate achievement of OT functional goals.
Develop a specific, structured, graduated return to work plans secondary to injury workplace injury.
Provide functional direction to family members and care providers, report relevant observations of client’s functioning using electronic charting.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Registered or eligible for registration with the British Columbia Association of Kinesiologists (BCAK)
Experience with GRTW planning and/or jobsite visit experience is an asset.
Valid BC Drivers License. Local area travel requires the use of a personal vehicle for which travel time will be reimbursed.
Must own personal laptop or tablet for charting purposes.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
We are looking for candidates with the following attributes and skills sets:
Knowledge and/or experience in evidence based orthopaedic practice with a strong emphasis on active rehabilitation.
Knowledge in the areas of education, ergonomics, and functional assessments is a pre-requisite with research being an asset.
Previous experience working in the community, preferably in the field of vocational rehabilitation.
Aptitude and interest to demonstrate and coach a repertoire of pain management techniques (e.g. breathing, grounding, stretching) for clients who are preparing for a Graduated Return To Work and/or and exercise based / return to function based program (either at home or in a gym).
Ability to adapt interventions to ensure Covid-19 safety precautions are met (e.g. facilitating activities outdoors or with physical distancing).
