About The Ottawa Hospital

The Ottawa Hospital (TOH) is one of Canada's largest learning and research multi-campus hospitals. With more than 1,400 beds and approximately 17,000 staff, physicians, residents and volunteers, we deliver specialized care to the Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec and Eastern Nunavut regions. At The Ottawa Hospital, we don't just serve our community, we belong to the community. That insight is at the heart of our ambitious plan to reshape the future of healthcare for our community.

From the compassion of our people to the relentless pursuit of new discoveries, The Ottawa Hospital never stops seeking innovative solutions to the most complex health care challenges while continually engaging with the community to support our vision to provide each patient with the kind of care and compassion we would want for our loved ones.

Working together with its research institute, the University of Ottawa, and other partners, the hospital is continually gaining national and international recognition for high-quality patient care, teaching and research, while striving to meet the needs of the culturally diverse community we serve.

Position Information

The Kinesiologist in the Safety Office leads TOH's ergonomic assessment program, and works as part of a multi-disciplinary musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) prevention team. This role supports the development and implementation of MSD prevention strategies, safe work practices, education, and resources to help prevent workplace injuries and promote a safe working environment.

Rotation/Shifts

Days, 8 hour shifts.

For information purposes only - The Hospital reserves the right to change.

What You Will Bring

Four year undergraduate degree in Health sciences or related field from a recognized; university which results in ability to become a Registered Kinesiologist; Registered Kinesiologist with the College of Kinesiology of Ontario; One (1) year of experience in related field; Specialized knowledge in kinesiology and body mechanics; Ability to teach in a group setting; Fundamental technical skills; Ability to develop assessment reports; Strong communication and interpersonal skills; Excellent time management and organizational skills to meet deadlines; Ability to prioritize tasks; Sounds judgement and problem-solving skills.

You will stand out with:

Knowledge of applicable provincial legislation and its application, including WSIB Act, Human rights legislation, Occupational Health and Safety Act, adult education techniques; Knowledge of Hospital and departmental policies and procedures, collective agreements; Specialized knowledge in lift and transfer equipment training and utilization; Experience conducting and reporting on ergonomic assessments.

What You Can Expect From Us

The Ottawa Hospital is committed to providing a healthy, safe, and inclusive work environment for everyone. We are driven by our purpose to provide each patient with the world-class care, exceptional service and compassion we would want for our loved ones.

We offer an attractive and equitable compensation package including a comprehensive benefits package, a Defined Benefit Pension (DBP) plan, and insurance protection. We also offer discounts from choice providers on a variety of products and services.

The Ottawa Hospital provides various Health and Wellness resources as well as opportunities for personal and professional development opportunities from our in-house Learning and Leadership Development team to help align your goals with your career objectives.

Interested? Apply today!

If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by improving the health of the community, excited by leading-edge medical technology, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient safety as we are, we would like to hear from you. Please submit an on-line application for the position you are interested in. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The Ottawa Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive work environment. Candidates are encouraged to request accommodations throughout all stages of the recruitment process. These accommodation requests will be kept confidential. To request an accommodation or if you have any questions regarding accessibility, please contact HRSupport@toh.ca.