What are the responsibilities and job description for the Injury Prevention Specialist position at VetJobs?
Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Full Time Injury Prevention Specialist to join our team in Blue Springs, MS. This role involves working with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles, specifically focusing on injury prevention strategies.
Essential Functions:
• Perform Physical Demand Analyses, including data collection, measurement tool usage, video analysis, and report review to identify high-risk work areas.
• Communicate regularly with onsite PH Medical Team and Client Safety Team regarding workplace countermeasures and injury prevention strategies.
• Attend meetings and serve on task forces as deemed necessary.
• Provide recommended guidelines for correcting limitations in flexibility, strength, and general conditioning to prevent injury and support overall wellness for client members.
• Provide client follow-up and make recommendations for work performance based on knowledge in anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, and ergonomic principles.
• Develop and lead group and individual training sessions focusing on functional movement patterns, specific job simulations, and educational programs for occupational health/safety.
• Educate and observe essential functions and movement patterns related to appropriate early symptom management techniques for minor musculoskeletal discomfort. Follow-up with client members to ensure early symptom recognition and injury prevention.
• Care coordination and communication with on-site medical providers.
• Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, and EMR documentation, etc., in a timely manner.
• May require other duties as assigned.
Certificates/Security Clearances/Other Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Job Requirements:
• Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences (Kinesiology, Human Kinetics, Exercise Science, Athletic Training, Exercise Physiology) from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Current hands-on training in AHA or ARC Basic Life Support for healthcare providers is required.
• Current hands-on training in AHA or ARC First Aid is required.
• Experience in Health/Fitness Industry; Experience in Occupational Health and Safety; Knowledge of current OSHA regulations preferred.
• Experience in Ergonomics preferred.
• Preferred Experience: Understanding of business practices and culture, ability to critically think and prioritize job tasks, problem-solving abilities, ability to build relationships, strong time-management skills, and ability to multitask.
This position requires a dynamic and purpose-driven individual who can effectively communicate with clients and internal teams. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please submit your application.
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Full Time Injury Prevention Specialist to join our team in Blue Springs, MS. This role involves working with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles, specifically focusing on injury prevention strategies.
Essential Functions:
• Perform Physical Demand Analyses, including data collection, measurement tool usage, video analysis, and report review to identify high-risk work areas.
• Communicate regularly with onsite PH Medical Team and Client Safety Team regarding workplace countermeasures and injury prevention strategies.
• Attend meetings and serve on task forces as deemed necessary.
• Provide recommended guidelines for correcting limitations in flexibility, strength, and general conditioning to prevent injury and support overall wellness for client members.
• Provide client follow-up and make recommendations for work performance based on knowledge in anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, and ergonomic principles.
• Develop and lead group and individual training sessions focusing on functional movement patterns, specific job simulations, and educational programs for occupational health/safety.
• Educate and observe essential functions and movement patterns related to appropriate early symptom management techniques for minor musculoskeletal discomfort. Follow-up with client members to ensure early symptom recognition and injury prevention.
• Care coordination and communication with on-site medical providers.
• Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, and EMR documentation, etc., in a timely manner.
• May require other duties as assigned.
Certificates/Security Clearances/Other Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Job Requirements:
• Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences (Kinesiology, Human Kinetics, Exercise Science, Athletic Training, Exercise Physiology) from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Current hands-on training in AHA or ARC Basic Life Support for healthcare providers is required.
• Current hands-on training in AHA or ARC First Aid is required.
• Experience in Health/Fitness Industry; Experience in Occupational Health and Safety; Knowledge of current OSHA regulations preferred.
• Experience in Ergonomics preferred.
• Preferred Experience: Understanding of business practices and culture, ability to critically think and prioritize job tasks, problem-solving abilities, ability to build relationships, strong time-management skills, and ability to multitask.
This position requires a dynamic and purpose-driven individual who can effectively communicate with clients and internal teams. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please submit your application.
