What are the responsibilities and job description for the Injury Prevention Specialist position at Rush Physical Therapy?
RUSH Physical Therapy is currently hiring a full-time Injury Prevention-WorkStrategies Specialist for an industrial setting. This is a great opportunity for an athletic trainer, exercise physiologist, EMT, PTA, COTA, or individual of a similar background. This position will be full-time onsite at Chicago O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, IL.
Position: Injury Prevention Specialist
Location: Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago, IL)
Type of Employment: Full-time
Schedule: Weekdays (12pm-8pm), 1 weekend shift every 5th weekend
Compensation: $45,000-$50,000, yearly, based on years of experience
Our comprehensive benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being:
Position: Injury Prevention Specialist
Location: Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago, IL)
Type of Employment: Full-time
Schedule: Weekdays (12pm-8pm), 1 weekend shift every 5th weekend
Compensation: $45,000-$50,000, yearly, based on years of experience
Our comprehensive benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being:
- Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
- Education for Growth: Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications (Free for ATCs!)
- Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
- Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection
- Specialized Care: We offer growth and specialties nationwide (sports medicine - in high school and collegiate settings, and industrial health)
- On-site coverage for industrial client under the direction of the Account/Program Manager
- Delivery of full continuum of Onsite Injury Prevention Services at assigned location. Prevention Services include:
- Assessment, triage, and first aid application for workplace injury/discomfort
- Ergonomic risk assessment and implementation of ergonomic solutions
- Job coaching and behavior modification, both 1:1 and in group settings
- Providing education and training on a wide range of injury prevention topics
- Office ergonomics
- Health and wellness consultation
- Document and report on employee encounters
- Regular communication with both client and Select leadership
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree
- Minimum one year of experience
- CPR certification
- Strong knowledge of musculoskeletal injury assessment and prevention interventions
- Experience in an industrial setting
Salary : $45,000 - $50,000