Athletic Trainer - Part Time - Onsite

Responsibilities

• Provide basic first aid treatment for musculoskeletal and non-musculoskeletal injuries and illnesses as specified in Physician Standing Orders
• Test such items as range of motion and strength, reflex and sensory integrity, and functional status
• Evaluate and refer injured associates to the appropriate clinicians for the best care for their work-related injuries and illnesses
• Follow appropriate action plan and standing orders to respond to onsite medical emergencies
• Assist in managing Workers' Compensation cases through claim capture and follow-up
• Collaborate with client’s Human Resources team and management on return to work (RTW) job placement
• Track and communicate MSD-related statistics for client stakeholders
• Manage pre-employment functional testing process and provide vision acuity testing
• Coordinate injury prevention programs, as well as ergonomic training and evaluation
• Create job rotation plans for production areas and monitor compliance
• Perform data analysis to measure direct and indirect costs of musculoskeletal disorders
• Provide monthly and annual reports for rehab utilization, cost-savings, and cost avoidance
• Complete necessary forms, reports, etc. in a timely manner
• Create an environment of trust and caring, which allows workers to take responsibility to reduce or eliminate actions or behaviors under their control that contribute to injury and illness
• Communicate regularly with safety personnel regarding rehab and injury prevention activities
• Attend meetings and serve on committees as requested
• Author articles for various newsletters and the company Intranet site as requested

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in athletic training, from an accredited Athletic Trainer Program
• Current National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) Board of Certification (BOC) Athletic Trainer certification
• Active and current license to practice in the state of jurisdiction if applicable
• Current First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer. Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers or equivalent
• Demonstrated clinical knowledge of Athletic Trainer services consistent with an Onsite setting
• Knowledge of kinesiology or ergonomic assessments