Ergonomist

Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba

Job Title: Industrial Sports Medicine Professional

Job Type: Independent Contractor - Kinesiologist, Ergonomist and Physiotherapist

Hours: Average of 40 hours per week, on-site

Shifts: *Monday-Friday, 1st and 2nd shift, set schedule between hours of 6:00am - 8:00pm

Hourly Rate: **$28 - $33 USD

*on-site hours may vary based on contractual client expectations

**hourly rate negotiable based on credentials and experience

Atlas Injury Prevention in partnership with Briotix Health is seeking a 1099 Independent Contractor for our Industrial Sports Medicine Professional position!

If you have a background as an Athletic Trainer, Kinesiologist, Ergonomist and/or Physiotherapist and you thrive in a people-focused environment and are great at working autonomously, you could be a terrific fit for this role!

Requirements of our Independent Contractors include:

• Active Liability Insurance
• Currently located in the Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada region

Position Overview: 
The Industrial Sports Medicine Professional is responsible for providing onsite care to the working athletes we serve by being the expert in job function and technical task analysis, maintaining a thorough understanding of functional body movements, discomforts, and following established OSHA First Aid standards and/or Canadian Safety Resources and Regulations (CanOSH and CCOHS) guidelines. 

This position is an integral part of the Industrial Sports Medicine Service line and will collaborate with other Briotix Health key stakeholders. The goals of the position are to develop strong relationships, provide injury prevention & early discomfort management (EDM) programs, and assist in providing ergonomic solutions to Briotix Health’s clients.

Job Duties:

• Provide on-site services in: Winnipeg, MB - Canada
• Create and maintain positive relationships between Briotix Health and client contacts.
• Initiate and establish professional and engaging relationships with client employees.
• Provide education & training for individuals and groups focused on injury and illness prevention.
• Provide onsite care and management of work and non-work-related discomforts.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of OSHA Health and Safety practices and/or and/or Canadian Safety Resources and Regulations (CanOSH and CCOHS) guidelines. Follow established OSHA First Aid standards and/or CanOSH and CCOHS and guidelines.
• Understand, implement, and follow all steps of the Early Discomfort Management (EDM) program.
• Based on client requirements, you may provide Functional Employment Testing, Return to Work/Stay at Work Services, Ergonomic Assessments (including on-site, virtual, office, and vehicle), or Clinical Solutions.
• Detailed and timely reports are required for each of the services that you complete.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation using Briotix Health’s designated web-based system.
• Adhere to all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory standards in place for each specified worksite.
• Maintain personal responsibility to adhere to all Briotix Health company policies, practices, and government regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education in Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Physiotherapy, Ergonomics, Exercise Physiology, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or related field.
• Appropriate certifications and/or license in good standing in Manitoba.
• Current CPR Certification CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, BLS Healthcare Provider, or equivalent certification.
• Demonstrated knowledge of musculoskeletal injury care.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in customer service.
• Ergonomic Certification or training preferred but not required.
• 1-2 years previous experience in industrial or office ergonomics, industrial sports medicine, functional employment testing, or job task analysis preferred but not required.
• Must meet the physical demands of on-site work needs; ability to lift, push or pull up to 50 pounds, frequent standing, walking, sitting, and or squatting*.

  *reasonable accommodations will be considered

About Us:

Briotix Health is a leading provider of employee health and wellness solutions. Our mission is to improve the well-being and performance of workers through innovative, evidence-based practices. We focus on delivering customized services that meet

the unique needs of each client we serve; ensuring healthier, happier, and more productive workplaces.

We foster a supportive and inclusive work environment where our team members are encouraged to grow both personally and professionally. We believe in the importance of work-life balance, continuous learning, and the well-being of our team members.

We recognize that the team members we hire come from all walks of life. We believe that people from underrepresented backgrounds not only help us to be stronger, but also allow our team to connect, belong, and grow. If you share our values and our desire to build meaningful, diverse, and lasting relationships, we highly encourage you to apply. 

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