Injury Prevention Specialist

Osi Vision, LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Osi Vision, LLC is seeking an Injury Prevention Specialist to support the Herbert R. Temple Readiness Center (TARC). The role involves developing and delivering evidence-based injury prevention assessments, reconditioning programs, and return-to-duty support.

The specialist will coordinate with human performance and medical personnel, train TARC staff, and maintain accurate injury-related records to reduce musculoskeletal injury risk and strengthen readiness for Soldiers returning from injury.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field.
• Certification as an Athletic Trainer or licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• Active Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Designs, implements, and adapts injury prevention assessments and reconditioning programs for personnel.
• Develops and maintains an organized database of assessment resources and educational materials.
• Trains personnel in evidence-based reconditioning and recovery skills to reduce injury risk.
• Coordinates with human performance and medical personnel for reconditioning programs for personnel returning from injury.
• Coaches and mentors staff through technical guidance and hands-on injury-risk assessment training.
• Records injuries, prevention plans, and related information in the unit system of records.
• Maintains records in accordance with AR 25-50, Privacy Act, and TARC policies.

Skills

Active Secret Clearance

Athletic Trainer certification

Physical Therapy licensure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or Kinesiology

Master's or doctoral degree in Athletic Training or Physical Therapy

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Injury Prevention Specialist supports the Herbert R. Temple Readiness Center (TARC) by developing and delivering evidence-based injury prevention assessments, reconditioning programs, recovery education, and return-to-duty support. The position coordinates with human performance and unit medical personnel, trains and mentors TARC staff, and maintains accurate injury-related records. This work helps reduce musculoskeletal injury risk, strengthens readiness, and supports Soldiers returning from injury.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Designs, implements, and adapts multi-level injury prevention assessments and reconditioning programs for TARC personnel across low- to high-risk populations.
• Develops and maintains an organized database of assessment resources, recovery techniques, rehabilitation guides, and related educational materials.
• Trains TARC personnel in evidence-based reconditioning and recovery skills to reduce musculoskeletal injury (MSKI) risk and improve return-to-duty outcomes.
• Coordinates with the human performance team and unit medical personnel to develop and oversee reconditioning programs for Soldiers returning from injury.
• Coaches and mentors unit Holistic Health and Fitness Integrators (H2F-Is) and medical personnel through technical guidance and hands‑on injury‑risk assessment training.
• Records personnel injuries, injury prevention plans, recommended courses of action, and related information in the TARC system of records.
• Performs routine record maintenance in accordance with Army Regulation (AR) 25-50, the Privacy Act, and TARC policies.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field.
• Certification as an Athletic Trainer or licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• Active Secret Clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's or doctoral degree in Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, Kinesiology, or a closely related field.