Industrial Injury Prevention Specialist - Jackson, MI

CareerArc; Jackson (MS); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Industrial Injury Prevention Specialist to enhance workplace safety and health. This vital role involves collaborating with physicians to prevent and manage workplace injuries, conducting ergonomic assessments, and providing education to employees. The ideal candidate will have a background in Athletic Training or a related field, along with critical thinking and communication skills. Join a dedicated team focused on promoting physical resilience and reducing injury risks in a dynamic work environment. This full-time position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on employee well-being while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pet insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in industrial settings required.
• Must hold CPR certification and demonstrate critical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Provide triage, first-aid, and education to injured employees.
• Conduct ergonomic analyses and assist in lifestyle improvements.
• Support injured employees and monitor medical care.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Organizational skills

Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training

Master's degree in Exercise Science

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Professional

Windows operating system

Job description

Title: Industrial Injury Prevention Specialist - Jackson, MI

Description:

Job Summary: Industrial Injury Prevention Specialists (IIPS) are health care professionals who collaborate with physicians to provide a proactive approach to the prevention and management of workplace injuries and illnesses. Services provided by an IIPS include prevention, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention, and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions. IIPS work under the direction of physicians. 3+ years relevant professional experience and experience in an industrial setting required. The work schedule is Monday/Friday 10:00am-6:30pm and Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday 2:00pm-10:30pm EST.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provide triage, first-aid, education and/or escalation of care if needed.
2. Facilitate ongoing communication with all parties involved in managing an injury case.
3. Support the injured employee, monitor medical care, promote efficient reporting, and participate in accident investigation.
4. Assist in finding temporarily modified work in compliance with physical restrictions.
5. Help employees prevent repetitive, cumulative and overuse type musculoskeletal injuries and illnesses.
6. Conduct ergonomic analyses to provide recommendations on vehicle setup, work posture, tool use, and workstation modifications.
7. Provide on-the-job education and coaching to help workers achieve and maintain physical resilience through optimizing body mechanics and postural habits.
8. Assist employees in achieving sustained lifestyle improvements in areas such as nutritional health, physical fitness, and stress management.
9. Address and mitigate risks related to workers' total health, therefore reducing the risk of job-related injuries and illnesses.
10. Develop job-specific agility routines and programs to be implemented in a preventative method, a.k.a. Work Hardening.
11. Minimize risk of injury through awareness, education, ergonomic recommendations, and first aid.
12. Proactively engage with employees at their work location.
13. Maintain records of triage, ergonomic assessment, first-aid care, and education provided.
14. Gain full understanding of the site operations, workflow, processes, and employees to make recommendations for preventing musculoskeletal injuries.
15. Leverage technology available to support total worker health.
16. Work in partnership with other WorkCare service lines (Incident Intervention, Onsite Clinics, etc.).
17. Perform additional duties and assume additional responsibilities as identified by manager for the efficient operation of WorkCare.

Qualifications:

1. Education and Experience: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Physical Education, or related field required. At least 3 years relevant professional experience is required. Experience in an industrial setting is required; more than 2 years' experience in an industrial setting is preferred. Must hold CPR certification.
2. Preferred Qualifications: BOC Certified Athletic Trainer, in good standing. Experience performing industrial ergonomic assessments and utilizing ergonomic assessment tools. Emergency response planning experience. Experience in orthopedics, wellness, industrial/occupational health, or ergonomic experience. Educated, trained, and evaluated in five major practice domains.

Skills and Competencies:

1. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality.
2. Critical thinking skills a must.
3. Ability to work independently and make decisions in accordance with company policy and procedures.
4. Take initiative on issues that arise daily.
5. Able to manage multiple priorities.
6. Must have the ability to maintain a professional approach with others in job-demanding, multitasking and/or project support situations.
7. Ability to create and edit written materials.
8. Ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences.
9. Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
10. Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
11. Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
12. Requires regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.

Computer Skills:

Must be competent in the Windows operating system environment, Adobe Professional, Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and learn other software as needed.

Physical Demands:

1. Ability to walk long distances: 1-2 miles per shift.
2. Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
3. Requires sitting, working at a desk.
4. Bending, stretching, and the ability to get in and out of a vehicle.
5. Working under stress and use of computer/phone required.
6. Manual dexterity required for use of computer keyboard and mouse.
7. Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel and/or crouch.

Work Environment:

Mainly indoor, office environment conditions. The noise level is usually moderate. Air quality is good, and temperature is controlled.

This is a full-time onsite position in Jackson, MI that will work 40 hours per week. The hourly pay rate for this position depends on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and qualifications. The minimum is $34.00 per hour. Benefits for this position include paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and critical illness insurance; HSA, HRA, and FSA; life and disability insurance; EAP; 401K; legal and identity theft coverage; pet insurance and more.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable laws. WorkCare is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment.