Industrial Injury Prevention Specialist 16 hours per week Tu/Th 7:00am-3:30pm

Job Summary

Industrial Injury Prevention Specialists (IIPS) are health care professionals who collaborate with physicians to provide a proactive approach to the prevention and management of workplace injuries and illnesses.
Services provided by an IIPS include prevention, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention, and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions. IIPS's work under the direction of physicians.

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
Perform additional duties and assume additional responsibilitiesas 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
Must hold CPR/First Aid certification
Experience in orthopedics, wellness, industrial/occupational health, or ergonomic experience a plus

Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree in relevant field
Ergonomic Certification
BOC Certified AT , in good standing
At least 3 years' relevant experience

Skills and Competencies Must be able to demonstrate the ability of maintaining privacy and confidentiality
Critical thinking skills a must
Ability towork independently and make decisions in accordance with company policy and procedures
Take initiative on issues that arise daily
Able to manage multiple priorities
Must have the ability to maintain a professional approach with others in job-demanding, multitasking and/or project support situations
Ability to create and edit written materials
Ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences
Have the skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities
Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
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, stretching, and the ability to frequently get in and out of a vehicle.
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 Mainly indoor, office environment conditions.
The noise level is usually moderate.
Air quality is good and temperature is controlled indoors.

Additional Job Information

This is a part-time position that will work 16 hours per week.
The work schedule is Tuesday and Thursday 7:00am-3:30pm CST.
The salary 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.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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 laws. WorkCare is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment.

About WorkCare

WorkCare, Inc., isa U.S.-based occupational health, wellness and absence management company focused on improving quality of life for employees and enhancing business results for employers. Our mission is Protecting and Promoting Employee Health…from Hire to Retire.We believe Work Matters. Health Counts. Prevention Saves.
We deliver integrated, total employee health solutions to employers in all types of industries in the U.S. and selected international locations . Our primary service lines include MedicalExams& Travel program management; 24/7 Incident Intervention telehealth triage; Onsite Services & Clinic s (staffing/operations); Industrial Athlete Program (onsite and virtual), Consulting M.D.s, Wellness Solutions, and Absence Management Solutions. We place a strong emphasis on occupational physician oversight, clinical quality, customer service excellence, and workforce well-being. Visit *** to learn more.
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