Part-Time Injury Prevention Specialist - Fort Worth, TX

Job Details: Job Location: Fort Worth, TX - Fort Worth, TX, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: $35.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Category: Athletic Trainer, Job Summary 

This position provides industrial injury prevention program services focused on total worker health.

Services are provided within OSHA first aid guidelines at designated service centers.

Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday 8:00am - 2:00pm.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provide triage, first-aid, education and/or escalation of care if needed
Facilitate on-going communication with all parties involved in managing an injury case
Support the injured employee, monitor medical care, promote efficient reporting, and participate in accident investigation
Assist in finding temporarily modified work in compliance with physical restrictions
Help employees prevent repetitive, cumulative and overuse type musculoskeletal injuries and illnesses
Conduct ergonomic analyses in order to provide recommendations on vehicle set up, work posture, tool use, and workstation modifications
Provide on-the-job education and coaching to help workers achieve and maintain physical resilience through optimizing body mechanics and postural habits
Assist employees in achieving sustained lifestyle improvements in areas such as nutritional health, physical fitness, and stress management
Address and mitigate risks related to workers’ total health, therefore reducing the risk of job-related injuries and illnesses
Develop job-specific agility routines and programs to be implemented in a preventative method a.k.a. Work Hardening.
Minimize risk of injury through awareness, education, ergonomic recommendations, and first aid
Proactively engage with employees at their work location
Maintain records of triage, ergonomic assessment, first-aid care, and education provided
Gain full understanding of the site operations, workflow, processes, and employees in order to make recommendations for preventing musculoskeletal injuries from occurring
Leverage technology available to support total worker health
Work in partnership with other WorkCare service lines (Incident Intervention, Onsite Clinics, etc.)
Perform additional duties and assume additional responsibilities as identified by manager for the efficient operation of WorkCare

Qualifications: Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Exercise Science, Physical Education, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
Must hold CPR/First Aid certification.
Experience in orthopedics, wellness, industrial/occupational health, or ergonomic experience a plus.
Ergonomic certification preferred.
BOC certified ATC, in good standing preferred.
At least 3 years’ relevant experience preferred.

Skills and Competencies

Demonstrated ability to communicate, present and influence effectively at all levels of the organization
Strong ability to influence both external clients and internal stakeholders
Excellent presentations skill with ability to relay information in a positive and professional manner
Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Must be able to demonstrate the ability of maintaining privacy and confidentiality.
Strong critical thinking skills; problem solving, and decision making.
Must have the ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to create and edit written materials.
Ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences.
Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors and clients.
Strong time management, organizational, and follow-through skills.
Ability to meet and exceed daily and weekly individual performance goals.
Ability to work independently as well as assisting other team members when needed.
Requires regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.

Computer Skills

Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook and have the ability to learn new software as needed 

Physical Demands

Ability to walk long distances: 1-2 miles per shift.
Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
Requires sitting, working at a desk.
Bending and stretching required.
Working under stress and use of computer/phone required.
Manual dexterity required for use of computer keyboard and mouse.
Ability to stand, stoop, kneel and/or crouch.

Work Environment

Frequent indoor, office environment conditions.
The noise level is usually moderate. 
Air quality is good and temperature is controlled indoors.

The hourly pay rate for this position depends on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and qualifications. The minimum is $35.00 per hour.

Benefits for this position include 401K. 

The preceding statements describe the general job responsibilities and individual’s qualifications inherent to this position. These are not intended to be construed as exhaustive lists. To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, accurately, and safely. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs. This job description may be reevaluated and/or modified at any time without notice. 

Every qualified individual has the same opportunity for recruitment, hire, training, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.