DescriptionSIGN ON BONUS!Doctors of Physical Therapy is searching for a Certified Athletic Trainer. The Athletic Trainer is going to be utilized to provide injury management and injury prevention to a diverse population in a large distribution center in Schenectady, NY. Schedule: This position is for 2nd shift.Weekend - 1 day per weekend 9:30am to 5:00pmMonday to Thursday. 1:30pm to 10:00pmDay to day responsibilities can include:
- Injury Prevention
- Development and management of a comprehensive injury/illness prevention program
- Job Coaching, utilizing safety training and program materials
- Development of early detection, intervention and treatment guidelines for Cumulative
- Trauma Disorders
- Lifting labs in accordance with current lifting guidelines, instructions or programs, or using those developed by TIA, Inc. as a training tool
- Development and delivery of injury prevention education programs utilizing safety training and program materials
- Ergonomic assessment
- Conduct workplace walkthrough sessions on a specified, regularly scheduled basis, per the instruction of management, focusing on:
- Conduct first aid and blood borne pathogens training as requested
- Injury Treatment
- Assessment and treatment of on the job injuries and illnesses and refers teammates to other sources for evaluation and treatment protocols outside his/her scope of practice
- Assessment of non-occupational strains, sprains or first aid issues to determine need for immediacy of treatment and offers recommendations for follow up care with their personal health care providers
- Facilitation of successful return-to-work as per the current guidelines and policies
- Data collection and reporting of any and all pertinent information as identified by both the client and The Industrial Athlete, Inc.
- Participates in Safety Management Team meetings as directed
- Maintains a high visibility on the warehouse floor
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
RequirementsQualifications
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
- Ability to be flexible if schedule changes due to injury response.
- BOC certified
- CPR/AED/First Aid Certified
- Preferred American Red Cross CPR/AED First Aid Instructor
License/Certification:Athletic Trainer Certification