Full-Time Kinesiologist / Athletic Therapist / Exercise Physiologist / Clinical Exercise Specialist
Cardiac Rehabilitation Program – Oshawa, Ontario
Our growing multidisciplinary cardiac team is seeking a motivated, compassionate, and enthusiastic Kinesiologist, Athletic Therapist, Exercise Physiologist, or Clinical Exercise Specialist to join our established Cardiac Rehabilitation Program in Oshawa.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative healthcare environment where you will play a vital role in improving the health, recovery and quality of life of patients living with cardiovascular disease. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about exercise prescription, patient education and delivering exceptional patient-centered care.
Key Responsibilities
As a member of our cardiac rehabilitation team, your responsibilities will include:
- Designing, implementing, and monitoring individualized exercise prescriptions for patients with a wide variety of cardiovascular conditions.
- Supervising group and individual exercise sessions in a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment.
- Assessing and monitoring patients during exercise by measuring blood pressure, heart rate, and other clinical parameters.
- Providing ongoing exercise progression and functional assessments based on each patient's clinical status and rehabilitation goals.
- Educating patients on heart-healthy living, including exercise, nutrition, cardiovascular disease, risk factor modification, and sustainable lifestyle changes.
- Motivating and supporting patients throughout their rehabilitation journey while fostering confidence and long-term adherence to healthy habits.
- Maintaining accurate clinical documentation and performing a variety of administrative duties related to patient care and program operations.
- Assisting with, or performing, graded Exercise Tolerance Stress Tests (GXT/ETT), depending on qualifications, training, and experience.
- Collaborating closely with cardiologists and other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive, evidence-based cardiac rehabilitation services.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will:
- Hold a degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, Athletic Therapy, or a related discipline.
- Be knowledgeable in exercise prescription and fitness programming for older adults and individuals with cardiovascular disease.
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of exercise physiology, cardiovascular health, and safe exercise progression.
- Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to educate, motivate, and build rapport with patients.
- Thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented, and socially engaging clinical environment.
- Be highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing clinical and administrative responsibilities.
- Previous experience in cardiac rehabilitation, chronic disease management, personal training, or clinical exercise testing is considered a strong asset.
What We Offer
- A rewarding career helping patients improve their cardiovascular health and quality of life.
- A supportive, multidisciplinary healthcare team led by experienced cardiologists.
- A positive and collaborative workplace culture.
- Opportunities to expand clinical skills in cardiac rehabilitation, exercise testing, and patient education.
- Meaningful daily interactions with patients while making a measurable difference in their recovery and long-term health.
- Benefits provided: Health Spending Accounts provided after 1 year of being a part of the team
Application Process
Please submit all applications through Indeed only.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
The initial interview will be conducted virtually. Candidates progressing to the next stage may be invited for an in-person interview.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Do you have at least 1 year of experience of working in an exercise related field?
- Do you live in the Durham Region?
Work Location: In person
