Ergonomic Specialist/Athletic Trainer

ATI Health; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive work environment

Commitment to work-life balance

Ongoing learning and resources

Job summary

A healthcare company is seeking an Ergonomic Specialist to assess potential musculoskeletal injury risks and implement injury prevention programs. This position is part-time in Durham, NC, working 16 hours a week. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Allied Health, a minimum of 2 years' experience in ergonomics, and strong communication skills. The role emphasizes developing an individualized plan for improvement and collaborating with clients and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in Early Intervention and/or industrial ergonomics.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Allied Health or equivalent combination of education.

Responsibilities

• Assess employee health status and create an individualized plan for improvement.
• Perform, document, and track ergo task analysis using specific tools.
• Develop, train, and lead cross-functional teams.

Skills

Early Intervention

Industrial Ergonomics

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Allied Health

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Factors

Job description

Overview

Title: Ergonomic Specialist/Athletic Trainer

Location: Durham, NC

Hours: 16 hours per week (Tuesday & Wednesday 8 hours each day)

ATI is a leading healthcare company specializing in musculoskeletal (MSK) health across the entire spectrum of care. Using a data-driven approach and highly skilled team members, we are redefining occupational health by proactively engaging employees, addressing injury causes, and reducing reliance on reactive treatments. As an Ergonomic Specialist, you will assess potential MSK injury risks and implement strategic solutions to mitigate them. This role emphasizes injury prevention and early intervention, providing integrated support to help workers stay healthy and productive.

Ergonomic Specialist Support and Development

At ATI, we prioritize your growth and success:

• Collaborative Care: Supportive work environment with a network of industry partners and ATI’s professional resources.
• Commitment to Work-Life Balance: A schedule that promotes balance.
• Autonomy of Care: Develop Injury Prevention programs for on-site employees.
• Ongoing Learning and Resources: Access ATI Academy, BOC Classes (ATI Provider), structured mentorship, and leadership training. Click to learn more.

Responsibilities

As an Ergonomic Specialist you will be responsible for interfacing with office and industrial clients to assess employee health status and create an individualized plan for improvement.

• Perform, document, and track ergo task analysis using client or ATI specific tools.
• Develop strategic actions for direction of client’s ergonomics program.
• Develop, train, and lead cross functional teams and committees to include client’s employees.
• Interface with department leaders and corporate executives to seek feedback and/or approval for projects, reports, and program KPIs.
• Manage task lists with identified ergo risk, further problem solve risk mitigation strategies, and the ability to prioritize projects.
• Deploy new technology to include software and wearable technology.

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Allied Health or an equivalent combination of education.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Early Intervention and/or industrial ergonomics.

Preferred:

• Education Bachelor’s Degree in Human Factors, Engineering Biomechanics, Kinesiology, Ergonomics, Safety, Nursing or Allied Health Profession.
• AEP-Associate Ergonomics Professional Certificate.
• Previous training/experience in Industrial Ergonomics.

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