Kinesiologist
Prime Performance & Therapy – Courtenay, BC
About Prime Performance & Therapy
At Prime Performance & Therapy, we're more than a high-performance training facility—we're a multidisciplinary team dedicated to helping people move, perform, and live at their best. Our team includes Kinesiologists, Strength & Conditioning Coaches, Physiotherapists, Chiropractors, Nutritionists, Naturopathic Doctors, Sports Psychologists, and Registered Massage Therapists, all working together to deliver comprehensive, evidence-based care.
Based in Courtenay, we help professional and aspiring athletes maximize performance while supporting individuals of all ages and abilities in recovering from injury, preventing future setbacks, and improving their overall health and quality of life.
Our philosophy combines movement science, expert coaching, collaborative care, and an energetic environment where clients feel supported, challenged, and empowered to achieve lasting results.
The Opportunity
We're looking for a passionate, client-focused Kinesiologist to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who is energetic, compassionate, and committed to helping people restore movement, build confidence, and improve their overall function.
You'll work closely with our rehabilitation and performance teams to provide individualized exercise therapy, active rehabilitation, and movement education for a diverse client base ranging from post-injury rehabilitation to athletic performance and long-term health.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive movement and functional assessments.
- Develop and deliver individualized exercise therapy and active rehabilitation programs.
- Guide clients through safe, progressive exercise sessions in both one-on-one and small-group settings.
- Collaborate with Physiotherapists, Chiropractors, Massage Therapists, Strength & Conditioning Coaches, and other healthcare professionals to create integrated treatment plans.
- Monitor client progress, reassess outcomes, and modify programs as needed.
- Maintain detailed and accurate clinical documentation and client records.
- Educate clients on movement quality, injury prevention, exercise technique, and long-term wellness strategies.
- Build meaningful relationships that promote accountability, confidence, and long-term success.
- Contribute to the development of new programs and services that enhance the client experience.
- Participate in community outreach, workshops, and educational events when opportunities arise.
- Maintain flexibility to work mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends.
What We're Looking ForIdeal Candidate
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- A genuine passion for helping people improve their health, movement, and quality of life.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust quickly.
- A collaborative mindset and the ability to thrive within a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong clinical reasoning and exercise prescription skills.
- An entrepreneurial attitude with a desire to contribute ideas that help grow both the business and your career.
- Exceptional organization, professionalism, and attention to detail.
- A commitment to lifelong learning and evidence-based practice.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology or Human Kinetics.
- Registered or eligible for registration with the British Columbia Association of Kinesiologists (BCAK).
- Experience providing active rehabilitation or exercise therapy is considered an asset.
- Experience working with ICBC, WorkSafeBC, sport performance, or chronic pain populations is an asset.
- Current First Aid and CPR-C certification.
- Professional liability insurance.
- Strong computer skills and experience with electronic medical records are considered an asset.
- Successful completion of a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check.
What We Offer
- Competitive wage: $25-$35/hr based on experience
- After 8 months of employment: transition to salary, with health and dental benefits options
- Opportunities for career advancement and intrapreneurial growth, including an internal Prime' educational certification advancement program
- Ongoing professional development and mentorship within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.
- Complimentary on-site gym membership
- Casual dress environment.
Why Join Prime Performance & Therapy?
At Prime, you'll be part of a team that believes movement is medicine and that exceptional care comes from collaboration. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced healthcare practitioners and performance coaches while building meaningful relationships with clients from all walks of life.
Whether you're helping an athlete return to competition, guiding someone through injury recovery, or empowering a client to regain confidence in their movement, you'll play an important role in improving lives every day.
If you're passionate about rehabilitation, movement, and delivering exceptional client care, we'd love to hear from you.
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive, and empowering environment for every client we serve.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $45,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Courtenay, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Are you registered and 'in good standing' with the British Columbia Association of Kinesiologists (BCAK)
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Language:
Work Location: In person
