Injury Prevention Specialist

ProgressiveHealth; Lawrenceville (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Robust benefits package

401(k) with company match

Continuing education assistance

Job summary

ProgressiveHealth is seeking an Injury Prevention Specialist in Lawrenceville, IL to enhance workplace safety and employee wellness. This role involves injury prevention, ergonomic assessments, and proactive care within a manufacturing facility, making a significant impact on health outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and experience in athletic training or ergonomics. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package provided.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training, Kinesiology, or related field.
• Athletic Training certification (ATC) preferred but not required.
• CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain it prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide proactive injury prevention and injury care according to OSHA standards.
• Conduct ergonomic assessments and support site operations.
• Collaborate with medical and safety staff on health initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Ergonomics

Independence

Professionalism

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Job Category: Ex Science & Kinesiology & Injury Prev

Requisition Number: PREVE002495

Location

100 Trim Masters Dr
Lawrenceville, IL 62439, USA

Injury Prevention Specialist – ProgressiveHealth of Indiana, LLC – Lawrenceville, IL

ProgressiveHealth is seeking a dynamic Injury Prevention Specialist to join our team at a manufacturing facility in Lawrenceville, IL. This position focuses on injury prevention, ergonomic support, and employee wellness within an industrial environment, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on workforce health and safety.

This role is ideal for a health care professional who enjoys building relationships, working independently, and providing proactive care focused on prevention, early intervention, and employee health outcomes!

Pay Range: $52,000-$59,000 annually

What you’ll be doing in this role

• Providing proactive injury prevention, injury care, and medical triage as defined by OSHA standards, including ergonomic postural education and/or escalation of medical care, if needed
• Providing ergonomic assessments and support by understanding the site operations, job processes, and physical demands to make ergonomic recommendations to prevent more serious musculoskeletal conditions from occurring
• Collaborating with medical & safety staff to implement and support occupational health initiatives
• Keeping accurate, detailed documentation with efficiency while being able to provide feedback to the industrial athlete and client for continuous health improvements
• Understanding and providing reports with key metrics to leadership, client partners, and operations management

Note: This list does not necessarily cover all responsibilities. The company may modify the duties as needed.

Our ideal candidate will have

• A Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or related field such as Exercise Physiology, Occupational Ergonomics, Health & Wellness, Human Performance, Human Factors, Safety & Environmental, Public Health, Sports Science, Physical Education, Fitness, Personal Training, or Athletics
• Athletic Training certification (ATC) preferred, but not required depending on experience
• CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain it prior to employment and maintain proof of current certification(s)
• Basic knowledge of workers' compensation and OSHA regulations preferred
• Ability to stand, walk, and sit throughout the assigned shift
• High degree of professionalism in written and verbal communication
• Capacity to work independently and with a team without constant supervision
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with databases and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

What you get from us

• Opportunity for healthy work/life balance
• Paid time off (PTO) & paid holidays
• Robust benefits package: medical (HSA/FSA), dental, vision, supplemental insurance; health improvement plan opportunities to lower premium costs
• Company-sponsored basic life/AD&D insurance and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) & ROTH 401(k) savings plans with company match after probationary period
• Continuing education assistance
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within ProgressiveHealth

Eligibility to Work

This position requires candidates to be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring current or future sponsorship for an employment visa.

About ProgressiveHealth

ProgressiveHealth is the premier provider of a broad spectrum of occupational and non‑occupational health services including on‑site medical, injury prevention, health improvement, rehabilitation management solutions, and more. With over 1,000 employees, we continue to expand and impact lives across the U.S. and Canada.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.