Injury Prevention Specialist - Part-time

Rush Physical Therapy; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CEUs

Career growth

401(k)

Diversity of team and patient types

Job summary

RUSH Physical Therapy is seeking a part-time Injury Prevention-WorkStrategies Specialist to support industrial personnel on-site at Chicago O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, IL. The role targets athletic trainers, exercise physiologists, EMTs, PTAs, or similar backgrounds.

Schedule includes four weekday shifts from 5pm to 10pm with competitive hourly compensation. Key duties include ergonomic assessments, workplace injury prevention, education delivery, and reporting.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• On-site coverage for industrial client under direction of Account/Program Manager.
• Deliver full continuum of Onsite Injury Prevention Services at the location.
• Assess, triage, and apply first aid for workplace injury/discomfort.
• Perform ergonomic risk assessment and implement ergonomic solutions.
• Provide job coaching, education, and training on injury prevention topics.
• Document and report employee encounters; communicate with client and leadership.

Skills

Musculoskeletal injury assessment

Injury prevention interventions

CPR certification

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree

Job description

RUSH Physical Therapy is currently hiring a part time Injury Prevention-WorkStrategies Specialist for an industrial setting. This is a great opportunity for an athletic trainer, exercise physiologist, EMT, PTA, COTA, or individual of a similar background. This position will on-site supporting industrial personnel at Chicago O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, IL.

Position: Injury Prevention Specialist

Location: Chicago O'Hare International Airport

Type of Employment: Part-time

Schedule: 4 week day shifts (5pm-10pm)

Compensation: $25.00 - $30.00, hourly, based on years of experience

PRN Perks

• Continuing Education: Free in-person and online CEUs to keep learning
• Career Growth: Access to a nationwide, professional support network
• 401(k): Company matching 401(k) after 1,000 hours in a calendar year
• Diversity: Work with a variety of team sizes, patient populations, and specialties

• On-site coverage for industrial client under the direction of the Account/Program Manager
• Delivery of full continuum of Onsite Injury Prevention Services at assigned location. Prevention Services include:
  • Assessment, triage, and first aid application for workplace injury/discomfort
  • Ergonomic risk assessment and implementation of ergonomic solutions
  • Job coaching and behavior modification, both 1:1 and in group settings
  • Providing education and training on a wide range of injury prevention topics
  • Office ergonomics
  • Health and wellness consultation
• Document and report on employee encounters
• Regular communication with both client and Select leadership

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