What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Certified Athletic Trainer position at ATHLETIC TRAINING SOLUTIONS LLC?
Our On-site Health and Wellness Specialist will plan, coordinate, and supervise all components of a workplace injury prevention and wellness program for employees on a full-time basis. You will work under the direction of the ATS medical director to carry out activities in the following areas: injury prevention and evaluation, ergonomic risk assessments, corrective action planning, OSHA emergency/first-aid treatment, health education and coaching, on-site health promotion build relationships with onsite workers and management, including attending onsite meetings and conducting monthly wellness initiatives. This position reports to site lead, if applicable, Health and Wellness Manager otherwise.
Position Responsibilities
- Perform wellness screening including but not limited to blood pressure and blood glucose testing.
- Provide first-aid treatment and case management for musculoskeletal complaints which can include the use of ice, heat and wellness stretches, massage, tape techniques, knowledge of non-rigid bracing.
- Provide orthopedic injury assessments.
- Develop and implement site-specific wellness initiatives and programs, such as tabling events and lunch and learns, as well as implementing programs designed by the health and wellness team.
- Perform comprehensive ergonomic job risk analyses, including task analysis, risk factor identification and quantification, posture analysis, and body mechanics analysis.
- Use innovative, creative solutions and employee empowerment to design and/or implement ergonomics interventions.
- Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, in a timely manner.
- Provide monthly and annual reports for wellness utilization, cost-savings, and cost- avoidance, gathering data related to injuries and return to work and implementing programs to address these issues.
- Create an environment of trust and caring, which allows workers to take responsibility to reduce or eliminate actions or behaviors under their control that contribute to injury and illness.
- Communicate regularly with safety personnel regarding wellness and injury prevention activities.
- Attend meetings to discuss safety and case management.
- Author articles for various newsletters as needed.
- The onsite Athletic Trainer does not provide rehabilitation services but will educate regarding health and wellness protocols and injury prevention.
- Perform as a patient advocate for non-occupational injuries.
- Lead stretch and flex daily and attend PTP meeting.
- Attend safety stand down per request by client
- Mental health intervention and first aid.
- Fluoresceine eye exam.
- Establish or maintain relationships with providers outside of ATS to ensure continuity of care.
- Leading quarterly challenges to bring attention to specific wellness initiatives
- Maintaining inventory and ordering supplies for clinic and and kit.
- Public speaking and interpersonal skills
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of athletic training experience preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in related field
- Board Certified Athletic training certification
- State licensure certification
- Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification
- Willing to travel to various client locations
- Knowledge of OSHA Recordability and worker’s compensation a plus
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with clients and employees
- Previous ergonomic and/or occupational health experience is a plus
- Position may require proof of COVID-19 vaccination Conditions
ATS operates in industrial and construction settings. As such, you will be conducting business in all weather conditions and environments our clients require. Appropriate clothing and gear will be assigned to you during onboarding, it is your responsibility to ensure your own safety by utilizing this gear and any other implements necessary to that safety.
This job description is not meant to be exclusive and other duties may be assigned at each site or for each client. It is the responsibility of the health and wellness specialist to ensure that he or she is meeting the needs of his or her site.