Injury Prevention Specialist/ Athletic Trainer

Collabera; North Haven (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare is seeking an Injury Prevention Specialist/Athletic Trainer to provide first aid, analyze injury trends, and educate staff on prevention techniques. This role is contract-based with potential for extension. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and certification as an Athletic Trainer, along with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Certified Athletic Trainer (NATA or equivalent).
• Over 5 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide triage, first aid, and/or referral to medical providers.
• Analyze injury trends and develop action plans.
• Educate departments on injury prevention techniques.

Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Injury Prevention Specialist/ Athletic Trainer

Join to apply for the Injury Prevention Specialist/ Athletic Trainer role at Collabera.

This position offers a pay range of $25.00/hr - $30.00/hr, based on skills and experience. Your actual salary will be discussed with your recruiter.

Job Details

• Duration: 3 Months Contract
• Pay Rate: $25.00/hr to $30.00/hr
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 2:00pm-10:00pm

Responsibilities

• Provide triage, first aid, and/or referral to medical providers
• Maintain records of first aid care
• Minimize injury risks through awareness and education
• Lead daily stretching routines during start-up meetings
• Educate departments on injury prevention techniques
• Analyze injury trends and develop action plans
• Report and analyze incident data, recommending risk reduction strategies
• Recommend accommodations for employees on medical restrictions
• Understand job functions to improve body mechanics and work processes
• Engage with staff on safety and at-risk behaviors

Minimum Qualifications

• Certified Athletic Trainer (NATA or equivalent)
• Bachelor’s Degree
• CPR certification (Basic Life Support or Professional Rescuer)
• Maintain medical credentials
• Proficiency in MS Office

Preferred Skills

• Experience in occupational health settings
• Certification in First Aid, CPR, AED training
• Experience with wellness programs and Worker’s Compensation
• Leadership experience

Key Projects

Ergonomic assessments and engagement with workers

Additional Details

• Potential for extension and conversion
• Primary focus on data analysis, injury trend monitoring, and communication with employment staff

Qualifications Summary

• Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training
• Over 5 years of experience
• Strong communication skills and ability to educate employees

Job Level & Type

• Mid-Senior level
• Contract employment

Industries

• Hospitals and Healthcare
• Health and Human Services