Injury Prevention Specialist

Select Medical; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student Debt Benefit

CEU program with paid certifications

Generous PTO

Comprehensive medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Select Medical’s Select Physical Therapy division seeks a full-time Injury Prevention Specialist to join a team supporting industrial manufacturing partners in Topeka, Emporia & Edgerton, KS. You will lead ergonomic assessments, deliver employee education, and develop preventive exercise programs to reduce injuries and promote workplace wellness.

Qualified candidates typically hold a B.S. degree, CPR certification, and 1+ year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree required.
• Minimum one year of experience.
• CPR certification.
• Strong knowledge of musculoskeletal injury assessment and prevention interventions.

Responsibilities

• Perform ergonomic assessments and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Develop and deliver employee education and perform audits.
• Conduct movement assessments and develop preventative exercise programs.
• Engage with new hire employees on education, ergonomics, and injury prevention.
• Deliver return-to-work program for employees returning from injury.
• Provide early symptom intervention (ESI) care for employees.
• Provide health and wellness coaching on a wide range of topics.

Skills

CPR certification

Musculoskeletal injury assessment

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree

Job description

Overview

Select Physical Therapy is seeking an engaging and enthusiastic full-time Injury Prevention Specialist to join our team supporting an industrial manufacturer in Topeka, Emporia & Edgerton (KS). This is a great opportunity for an athletic trainer (ATC), exercise physiologist, EMT, PTA, COTA, or individual of a similar background/training.

This dynamic role integrates ergonomics, employee education and coaching, preventive exercise programs, early intervention strategies, and health and wellness services to reduce workplace injuries and enhance overall employee well-being.

Position: Injury Prevention Specialist

Location: 1061 W 151st St., Olathe, KS 66062 (Onsite in Topeka, Emporia & Edgerton)

Type of Environment: Industrial/Manufacturing

Schedule: Full-time, Weekdays (Hours vary) - **Starting at 32 hours between two plants, increasing to 40 hours with a third plant sometime in the spring 2027.**

Compensation:$60,000 - $70,000, annually, based on years of experience

Incentives: Student Debt Benefit ($200 monthly tuition assistance)

Our comprehensive benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being:

• Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
• Education for Growth: Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications. Free for licensed clinicians!
• Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
• Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection
• Specialized Care: We offer growth and specialties nationwide (sports medicine - in high school and collegiate settings, and industrial health)
• Advance your Career: Our Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth and clinical expertise with bonus incentives

Responsibilities

What will you be doing in this role?

• Perform ergonomic assessments and provide recommendations for improvement
• Develop and deliver employee education and perform audits
• Conduct movement assessments and develop preventative exercise programs
• Engage with new hire employees on education, ergonomics, and injury prevention
• Deliver return-to-work program for employees returning from injury
• Provide early symptom intervention (ESI) care for employees
• Provide health and wellness coaching on a wide range of topics

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree
• Minimum one year of experience
• CPR certification
• Strong knowledge of musculoskeletal injury assessment and prevention interventions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in an industrial setting

Additional Data

About Select Medical:

Select Medical is one of the largest providers of critical illness recovery hospitals, inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, and outpatient rehabilitation centers in the United States. Guided by our mission to provide an exceptional patient care experience that promotes healing and recovery in a compassionate environment, our more than 45,000 healthcare professionals help to restore quality of life for thousands of people and their families every day.

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans