Industrial Athletic Trainer

HealthFitness•Bath, ME

6d•$64,000 - $68,000

About The Position

HealthFitness, a Trustmark company, is hiring an Industrial Athletic Trainer in Bath, Maine. The role supports employees in preventing injuries, improving movement, addressing ergonomic risks, and maintaining health throughout the workday. The trainer plans, develops, delivers, and evaluates services intended to reduce employees’ musculoskeletal complaints and promote engagement, strong outcomes, and satisfaction among clients and participants. The position supports workplace safety through ergonomic evaluations, shift-stretch programming, Line Side/Job Coaching, and early intervention services called Movement Efficiency Solutions, with a focus on preventing work-related injuries. It provides education and intervention within the position’s scope and applicable client and OSHA guidelines; mild injuries may require triage. The schedule is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with shifts scheduled between 6:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. and occasional flexibility for later coverage. The role offers a $3,000 sign-on/relocation bonus.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Athletic Training.
ATC certification in the state where practicing.
At least 1 year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Current First Aid and CPR/AED certifications.
Ability to organize and prioritize work demands effectively, including project coordination.
Ability to work effectively and enthusiastically both independently and as part of a team, with initiative and creativity.
Ability to travel to another location may be required.
Applicants must meet hiring requirements, including a pre-employment drug test.

Nice To Haves

Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills, including the ability to motivate others.
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office, including at minimum Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Work experience in a clinical environment, such as Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Nursing, or Athletic Training.
Understanding of biomechanics.
Understanding of occupational safety.

Responsibilities

Evaluate work tasks and suggest ways to help employees feel better, including education on stretching, breaks, ice use, and anatomy.
Conduct employee injury-prevention programs, education, and training.
Develop exercise programs tailored to injury prevention and conditioning needs.
Provide intake, follow-up, education, and discharge services to employees reporting musculoskeletal pain or discomfort.
Conduct initial screenings to determine program suitability and refer employees for medical evaluation when appropriate.
Follow up with employees through calls or visits to determine their progress in the program.
Promptly document employee consultations for the employee’s supervisor and appropriate personnel in EH&S and Global Health & Wellness.
Present educational sessions to departments and local facilities, covering the pain cycle, relevant anatomy, and ergonomic risk factors.
Conduct office ergonomic risk assessments, document recommendations using tools and forms, and perform field ergonomic evaluations as needed.
Provide a comprehensive early-intervention and injury-prevention solution.
Organize the daily work schedule to maintain optimal client care and notify appropriate personnel when additional help is needed.
Use off-peak time for program activities and self-development.
Triage mild injuries when required.
Perform other duties as needed or assigned.