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.

Non-local candidates are encouraged to apply! WorkCare will provide up to $1,500 in relocation assistance to help cover physical moving costs.

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 analysis in order to provide recommendations on 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
• 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, work-flow, processes and employees in order to make recommendations for preventing musculoskeletal injuries from occurring
• Performs additional duties and assumes additional responsibilities as identified by supervisor for the efficient operation of WorkCare.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Physical Education or related field required.
• Must hold CPR certification.
• Educated, trained, and evaluated in five major practice domains : 1) Injury and illness prevention and wellness promotion;

2) Examination, assessment, and diagnosis; 3) Immediate and emergency care; 4) Therapeutic intervention; and 5) Health care administration

• BOC certified Athletic Trainer preferred.
• At least three years of related experience preferred.
• Skills and Competencies
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability of maintaining privacy and confidentiality.
• Strong critical thinking skills; problem solving, and decision making.
• Must have the ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to create and edit written materials.
• Ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and clients.
• Strong time management, organizational, and follow-through skills.
• Ability to meet and exceed daily and weekly individual performance goals.
• Ability to work independently as well as assisting other team members when needed.
• Requires regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
• Computer Skills
• Must be competent in the Windows operating system environment, Adobe Professional, Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and learn other software as needed.
• Physical Demands
• Requires sitting for long periods of time, working at a desk.
• Requires standing and walking on concrete, occasionally on uneven surfaces.
• Some bending and stretching could be required.
• Working under stress and use of computer / phone required.
• Manual dexterity required for use of computer keyboard.
• Occasionally may be required to stoop, kneel and / or crouch.
• May occasionally lift and / or move up to 15 pounds.
• Work Environment
• Mainly indoor conditions.
• The noise level is usually moderate.
• Air quality is good, and temperature is controlled.
• Requires use of personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, ANSI Z87.1 safety glasses and cut-resistant sleeves.

Additional Job Information

The work schedule is Monday-Friday 6 : 00am-2 : 30pm CST.

The salary for this position depends on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and qualifications. The minimum is $32.00 per hour.

Benefits for this position include paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and critical illness insurance; HSA, HRA, and FSA;

life and disability insurance; EAP; 401K; legal and identity theft coverage; continuing education, pet insurance and more.

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., is a 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.

Our primary service lines include Medical Exams & Travel program management; 24 / 7 Incident Intervention telehealth triage;

Onsite Services & Clinics (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 www.workcare.com to learn more.

Last updated : 2024-04-26