Prevention Specialist
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Requisition Number: PREVE001864Apply nowPosted : November 26, 2024Part-TimeLocationsShowing 1 locationPrevention Specialist- ProgressiveHealth of Indiana, LLC -Vincennes, INLooking for a unique opportunity to use your skills? We are excited to share our opening for an energetic and results-driven Prevention Specialist to provide PRN injury prevention services onsite for a large manufacturing facility in Vincennes, IN. We strive to increase the industrial athlete's ability to perform their job duties safely and decrease the risk of injury through intervention at the early onset of discomfort in a dynamic work environment. Come be a part of a growing organization in a progressive, supportive, and innovative team!Monday - Friday; NO WEEKENDS!Ergonomic Training and SupportWhat will you be doing in this role?Providing proactive injury prevention, early symptom intervention, and first aid injury care as defined by OSHA standards, including ergonomic postural/body mechanic education and/or escalation of medical care if neededProviding ergonomic assessments and support by understanding the site operations, job processes, and physical demands to make ergonomic recommendations to prevent more serious musculoskeletal conditions from occurringWorking one on one with manufacturing employees to assess the risk of injury, perform posture coaching, self-care implementation, and overall wellness promotion.Assisting Safety Department, Medical Staff, and Production team to assess risks and determine ergonomic solutions, regarding countermeasures, process/element changes, body postures, and team member development.Ensuring the work environment allows employees to maximize their comfort, safety, and productivity.Working with Safety and Health Department to implement and enforce standards.Keeping accurate, detailed documentation with efficiency while being able to provide feedback to the industrial athlete and client for continuous health improvementsUnderstanding and providing reports with key metrics to leadership, client partners, and operations managementThis does not necessarily list all responsibilities, duties, requirements, or efforts associated with the job. While this list is intended to accurately reflect the job, the company reserves the right to review and modify the functions, duties, and requirements of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as circumstances or business needs require.Our ideal candidate will have:A background in Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Health & Wellness, Health Promotion, Human Performance, Public Health, Physical Education, Fitness, Personal Training, and AthleticsCPR/AED certification or the ability to obtain it prior to the start of employment; maintain and provide proof of current certification(s)Basic knowledge of workers' compensation and OSHA regulations, preferredThe ability to stand, walk, and sit throughout the entire assigned shiftPrevious ergonomic and/or occupational health experience is a plusA high degree of professionalism in both written and verbal communicationThe ability to work both independently and in a team environment, without constant supervisionBe able to maintain confidentialityStrong computer skills, including proficiency with databases and with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and ExcelAbout ProgressiveHealth:ProgressiveHealth is the premier provider of a broad spectrum of occupational and non-occupational health services including on-site medical, injury prevention, health improvement, and rehabilitation management solutions and more! We are dedicated to delivering superior care and improving both patient and client outcomes. With nearly 1,000 employees supporting operations across the United States and in Canada, ProgressiveHealth has been growing our footprint since 1995. Our team is experienced and focused to get the job done right!An Equal Opportunity EmployerQualificationsSkillsBehaviors:Motivations:EducationPreferredHigh School/GED or better in Exercise Science or related field.#J-18808-Ljbffr