Athletic Trainer

ProgressiveHealth; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) and ROTH 401(k) with company match

Continuing education assistance

Job summary

ProgressiveHealth is hiring an Athletic Trainer in Chattanooga, TN, to provide injury prevention services at a manufacturing facility. This role emphasizes proactive injury management and ergonomic assessments to enhance employee safety and productivity.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training with relevant state licensure and certifications. Benefits include paid time off, a robust insurance package, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• State licensure, certification, and registration in good standing, or ability to obtain it.
• CPR/AED certification or the ability to obtain it prior to employment.
• Basic knowledge of workers' compensation and OSHA regulations is preferred.
• The ability to stand, walk, and sit throughout the entire assigned shift.
• Strong professional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive injury prevention and first aid injury care.
• Conduct ergonomic assessments and make recommendations.
• Coach manufacturing employees on posture and wellness.
• Collaborate with Safety and Medical Staff on risk assessments.
• Document and report key metrics to leadership.

Skills

Proactive injury prevention

Ergonomic assessments

Team collaboration

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location

Chattanooga, TN 37416, USA

Description

Athletic Trainer, AT – ProgressiveHealth, LLC – Chattanooga, TN

We are looking for an energetic and results-driven Athletic Trainer to provide injury prevention services onsite for a large manufacturing facility in Chattanooga, TN. We strive to increase the industrial athlete’s ability to perform their job duties safely and to decrease the risk of injury by intervening at the earliest onset of discomfort in a dynamic work environment. Come be a part of a growing organization in a progressive, supportive, and innovative team!

What will you be doing in this role?

• Providing proactive injury prevention, early symptom intervention, and first aid injury care as defined by OSHA standards, including ergonomic postural/body mechanic education and/or escalation of medical care if needed
• Providing ergonomic assessments and support by understanding the site operations, job processes, and physical demands to make ergonomic recommendations to prevent more serious musculoskeletal conditions from occurring
• Working one on one with manufacturing employees to assess the risk of injury, perform posture coaching, self-care implementation, and overall wellness promotion
• Assisting Safety Department, Medical Staff, and Production team to assess risks and determine ergonomic solutions, regarding countermeasures, process/element changes, body postures, and team member development
• Ensuring the work environment allows employees to maximize their comfort, safety, and productivity
• Working with Safety and Health Department to implement and enforce standards
• Keeping accurate, detailed documentation with efficiency while being able to provide feedback to the industrial athlete and client for continuous health improvements
• Understanding and providing reports with key metrics to leadership, client partners, and operations management

Our ideal candidate will have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training
• The required state licensure, certification, and registration that is in good standing with the state or the ability to obtain the required state licensure
• CPR/AED certification or the ability to obtain it prior to the start of employment; maintain and provide proof of current certification(s)
• Basic knowledge of workers' compensation and OSHA regulations, preferred
• The ability to stand, walk, and sit throughout the entire assigned shift
• Previous ergonomic and/or occupational health experience is a plus
• A high degree of professionalism in both written and verbal communication
• The ability to work both independently and in a team environment, without constant supervision
• Be able to maintain confidentiality
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with databases and with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

What you get from us:

• Opportunity for important work/life balance
• Paid time off (PTO) & paid holidays
• A robust benefits package: medical (HSA/FSA availability), dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options
  • Health improvement plan opportunities to lower premium costs
• Company-sponsored basic life/AD&D insurance and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) & ROTH 401(k) savings plans + company match with auto-enrollment after probationary period
• Continuing education assistance
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

Schedule

• Part-time / PRN
• Monday-Friday
• Afternoon and Evening shifts availableFlexible Scheduling, let us know when you can work!

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelors or better in Athletic Training.

Licenses & Certifications

• ATC Athletic Trainer
• CPR Certification

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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