Industrial Injury Prevention Specialist - Jackson, MI
$72,800–$72,800 year
On-siteJackson, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Provide rapid first aid and medical care for employees and emergencies within OSHA scope, while coordinating with WorkCare's Incident Intervention program and physician escalation services. Develop and execute injury prevention techniques through ergonomic methodologies, including body movement demonstrations, patient education, and assessments. Maintain frequent communication with the WorkCare CMD regarding clinic issues and client requests, and contribute insight to incident reports and tracking of injury and clinic utilization data. Support medical surveillance exams, drug testing, and transitional work plans as needed. Obtain wellness data related to interventions and facilitate use of company resources such as fitness centers. Participate in emergency response team activities, drills, and training, and assist with noise sampling and fire extinguisher checks. Perform additional duties as identified by the manager to ensure efficient clinic operations.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Exercise Science, Physical Education, or related field
- At least 3 years relevant professional experience
- Experience in an industrial setting
- More than 2 years' experience in an industrial setting
- CPR certification
- Valid Driver's License and transportation method
- Must be able to demonstrate the ability of maintaining privacy and confidentiality
- Critical thinking skills
- Ability to work independently and make decisions in accordance with company policy and procedures
- Take initiative on issues that arise daily
- Able to manage multiple priorities
- Must have the ability to maintain a professional approach with others in job-demanding, multitasking and/or project support situations
- Ability to create and edit written materials
- Ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences
- Have the skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities
- Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Requires regular and predictable attendance and punctuality
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and have the ability to learn new software as needed
- Requires sitting for long periods of time, working at a desk
- Requires bending and stretching
- Working under stress and use of computer/phone required
- Manual dexterity required for use of computer keyboard
- Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel and/or crouch
- May occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds
- Frequent indoor, office environment conditions
- Frequent outdoor, work environment conditions
- The noise level is usually moderate
- Air quality is good and temperature is controlled indoors
- The hourly pay rate for this position depends on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and qualifications. The minimum is $35.00 per hour
- Benefits for this position include paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and critical illness insurance; HSA, HRA, and FSA; life and disability insurance; EAP; 401K; legal and identity theft coverage; pet insurance and more
Desired Qualifications
- BOC Certified Athletic Trainer, in good standing
- Experience performing industrial ergonomic assessments and utilizing ergonomic assessment tools
- Emergency response planning experience
- Experience in orthopedics, wellness, industrial/occupational health, or ergonomic experience a plus
- Educated, trained, and evaluated in five major practice domains: Injury and illness prevention and wellness promotion, Examination, assessment, and diagnosis, Immediate and emergency care, Therapeutic intervention, Health care administration and professional responsibility
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