Injury Prevention Specialist - Part Time

Select Medical; Gorham (ME); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing Education

Career Growth

401(k)

Diversity of teams

Job summary

Saco Bay PT in Westbrook, ME, is seeking a Part-time Injury Prevention Specialist to join the team. The role focuses on ergonomics, employee education and coaching, preventive exercise programs, and early intervention to reduce injuries and enhance employee wellbeing.

The position offers a flexible weekday schedule (20 hours), with compensation starting at $35.00 per hour based on experience. CPR certification and a BS degree are required, with healthcare experience preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform ergonomic assessments and provide improvement recommendations.
• Develop and deliver employee education and perform audits.
• Conduct movement assessments and develop preventative exercise programs.
• Engage with new hires on education, ergonomics, and injury prevention.
• Deliver return-to-work programs for employees returning from injury.
• Provide early symptom intervention and health coaching.

Skills

Ergonomic assessments

Employee education

Preventive exercise programs

Return-to-work guidance

Health coaching

Musculoskeletal knowledge

Healthcare experience

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

Job description

Overview

Saco Bay PT is seeking an engaging and enthusiastic Part-time Injury Prevention Specialist to join our team supporting a distrubution center in Westbrook, ME. This is a great opportunity for an athletic trainer, exercise physiologist, EMT, PTA, COTA, or individual of a similar background. We’ll pair our coverage needs with your availability to create a schedule that works for you.

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: 81 Main St 1St Floor, Gorham, ME 04038 (Physical work location is in Westbrook,ME)

Type of Employment:Part-time

Schedule: Weekdays (hours vary until 9pm), 4-5 days per week (total 20 hours)

Compensation: Starting at $35.00, 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

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
• healthcare experience

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