Athletic Trainer

Job Title: Onsite Occupational Health Athletic Trainer

Job Summary: The Onsite Occupational Health Athletic Trainer is responsible for ensuring the physical well-being of employees within a specific workplace. You will work to prevent injuries, provide immediate care for workplace injuries, and promote overall health and fitness among employees.

Key Responsibilities:

• Injury Prevention:
• Develop and implement injury prevention programs and strategies tailored to the specific workplace.
• Conduct ergonomic assessments to identify potential hazards and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide guidance on proper body mechanics and techniques to reduce the risk of injuries.
• First Aid and Immediate Care:
• Administer first aid and immediate care to employees who sustain workplace injuries or illnesses.
• Assess the severity of injuries and refer employees to appropriate medical professionals as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of all injuries, treatments, and follow-up care.
• Fitness and Rehabilitation:
• Create fitness and conditioning programs for employees to improve their physical health and reduce the risk of injuries.
• Design and supervise rehabilitation programs for employees recovering from workplace injuries.
• Monitor progress and adjust fitness and rehabilitation plans accordingly.
• Education and Training:
• Conduct training sessions and workshops on topics related to injury prevention, fitness, and health.
• Educate employees about proper warm-up and stretching techniques.
• Provide guidance on maintaining a healthy lifestyle both at work and outside of work.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all interactions with employees, including injury assessments and treatment plans.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on injury trends, prevention initiatives, and program effectiveness.
• Collaboration:
• Collaborate with other occupational health and safety professionals, including physicians, nurses, and other Athletic Trainers, to ensure comprehensive employee care.
• Work closely with management and HR teams to develop and enforce workplace safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Athletic Training or a related field.
• Certification as a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) from the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA).
• State licensure or certification as required by the state in which you practice.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Strong knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in occupational health and safety is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive pay amongst the athletic training profession

• Generous paid time off policy

• 401k with match

• Medical, Dental, & Vison Health Insurance Plans

• Life insurance

• Continuing education

• Licensure and certification reimbursement

• Work boot reimbursement

Work Environment: Onsite in an industrial environment working alongside other health professionals and safety teams.