Industrial Athletic Trainer - Newport News Shipyard, VA

Athletico•Hampton, VA

2d•$55,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Position Overview About Us: At Athletico, we believe in the power of support – because a little help can lead to extraordinary achievements. Physical therapy isn’t just about recovery; it’s about transformation. Our team thrives on providing life-changing care for our patients, and we know that achieving this begins with taking care of our own. Our mission is simple yet powerful: Extraordinary people improving lives. Position Summary: The Industrial Wellness Specialist will complete the day-to-day operations of all services for assigned client programs. This position will perform on-site services such as injury prevention training, job analysis, ergonomic analysis, post offer employment testing, monthly reporting, and coordinating patients to physicians or near site locations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Physical Education, accredited Physical Therapy Educational Program or related field.
Minimum 1 year in face-to-face customer service-related field
NATABOC Certified, in good standing
Board of Medicine licensed Athletic Trainer, in good standing in practicing state
Athletic/fitness industry related national certification from an accepted certifying agency required
Knowledge of physical therapy or related medical services
Ability to effectively communicate instructions both verbally and written
Ability to keep worker’s information confidential and communicate appropriately
Ability to work as part of a team and follow directions/instructions
Ability to relate positively with workers, therapists, and co-workers
Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently
Ability to fulfill office activities including but not limited to remain stationary (i.e. while working at a desk), stoop/kneel/crawl, travel around the office, communicate with others (verbal and written), and use fine motor skills including fine hand manipulation and keyboarding.
Walk extensively in excess of one mile on uneven terrain
Walk up and down inclined gangways safely
Climb stairs on a frequent basis
Climb up and down vertical ladders on an occasional basis
Climb up and down inclined ladders on an occasional basis
Maneuver/crawl through tight work areas on an occasional basis
Maneuver through vertical/horizontal manholes as small as 15” on an occasional basis
Squat/kneel/bend /stoop on an occasional basis
Ability to grasp and hold up to 25# on an infrequent: backpack and smaller items on a frequent basis
Ability to carry 10lbs backpack and smaller items while navigating yard on a frequent basis.
Ability to enter data into a computer via keyboard
Ability to see at close range, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Ability to wear hardhat, safety glasses, and steel toe shoes constantly in the shipyard.
Hearing protection as needed.

Nice To Haves

Ergonomic certifications preferred
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) credential or a national certification from and accepted certifying agency (NSCA, ACSM, NASM) strongly preferred
Experience working with patients in an occupational or industrial field preferred
Knowledge of physical therapy or related medical services or ergonomic certifications preferred

Responsibilities

Provide injury prevention and/or behavioral based safety training services at assigned industrial site.
Lead training sessions in a one-on-one, small group or classroom-based setting.
Perform field services as assigned such as job analysis, post offer - e mployment program design and execution in the clinic, computer workstation ergonomics assessments, and client workforce trainings.
Provide injury prevention strategies to workers with minor issues through Preventive Care Program
Coordinate and deliver orientation for new employees with client programs.
Partner with Athletico physical therapists, to provide information on client’s job duties and functional rehab program design to maximize return to work potential.
Complete onsite visit after client has returned to work.
Provide support to internal departments as needed in the development of comprehensive program clients.