Injury Prevention Specialist (Athletic Trainer)

Job Description

Job Description

Pride Health is hiring an Injury Prevention Specialist (Athletic Trainer) to support workplace wellness initiatives. This 13 Weeks Contract focuses on injury mitigation and musculoskeletal health, with potential for long-term growth and development.

Job Description:

• The Injury Prevention Specialist will be expected to proactively analyze tasks for potential ergonomic and safety issues, perform biomechanical and ergonomic assessments, provide first aid care to injured employees, and execute other injury prevention activities.
• The IPS will provide conservative care to injury Associates but also observe Associates performing their job task and educate them on ways to perform their tasks effectively with less stress to the irritated body part.
• Onsite IPSs will proactively observe ergonomic practices and educate associates to improve technique prior to the onset of soreness or injury.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide triage, first aid, and referrals to external medical providers as needed.
• Maintain records of all first aid care provided.
• Lead injury prevention initiatives, including awareness, education, and daily stretching routines.
• Evaluate trends in soft tissue injuries and create actionable plans to address them.
• Provide daily activity logs and monthly incident analysis to safety and leadership teams.
• Offer job placement accommodation recommendations for employees with medical restrictions.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance standard work processes and improve body mechanics.
• Spend time on the warehouse floor to interact with associates and managers, providing coaching and support.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Certified Athletic Trainer by the National Athletic Trainers' Association or equivalent state certification.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Valid CPR Certification (Basic Life Support or Professional Rescuer level).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Additional Information:

• Location: North Andover, MA 01845
• Schedule: Mon-Fri 7a,m-4pm OR 2pm-10pm / 40 hours per week
• Contract Length: 13 Weeks with possibility of an extension
• Pay Rate: $45/hour - $47.12/hour