Injury Prevention Specialist

WorkCare•Guymon, OK

About The Position

This position provides industrial injury prevention program services focused on total worker health, within OSHA first-aid guidelines and across a region at designated service centers. The specialist supports a meat processing facility and works Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The role combines triage and first aid, injury-case support, ergonomic assessment, employee education and coaching, and preventive wellness initiatives. It also includes maintaining service records, learning site operations and workflows, using available technology, and collaborating with other WorkCare service lines. Additional duties may be assigned by the manager to support efficient operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Exercise Science, Physical Education, or a related field.
Current CPR/First Aid certification.
Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality.
Critical-thinking skills.
Ability to work independently and make decisions in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Initiative in addressing issues that arise daily.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain a professional approach in demanding, multitasking, or project-support situations.
Ability to create and edit written materials and communicate effectively with varied audiences.
Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and ability to learn new software as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience in orthopedics, wellness, industrial or occupational health, or ergonomics.
Master’s degree in a relevant field.
Ergonomic certification.
BOC-certified athletic trainer in good standing.
At least 3 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Provide triage, first aid, education, and escalation of care when needed.
Maintain ongoing communication among parties involved in managing an injury case.
Support injured employees, monitor medical care, promote efficient reporting, and participate in accident investigations.
Help identify temporarily modified work that complies with physical restrictions.
Help employees prevent repetitive, cumulative, and overuse musculoskeletal injuries and illnesses.
Conduct ergonomic analyses and recommend improvements to vehicle setup, work posture, tool use, and workstations.
Provide on-the-job education and coaching on body mechanics and postural habits to support physical resilience.
Assist employees with sustained lifestyle improvements in nutritional health, physical fitness, and stress management.
Address and mitigate total-health risks to reduce the risk of job-related injuries and illnesses.
Develop job-specific agility routines and preventive programs, including work hardening.
Reduce injury risk through awareness, education, ergonomic recommendations, and first aid.
Proactively engage with employees at their work locations.
Maintain records of triage, ergonomic assessments, first-aid care, and education provided.
Learn site operations, workflows, processes, and employees to make recommendations for preventing musculoskeletal injuries.
Use available technology to support total worker health.
Partner with other WorkCare service lines, including Incident Intervention and Onsite Clinics.
Perform additional duties and assume additional responsibilities as identified by the manager.

Benefits

Paid time off.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Critical illness insurance.
Health Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Life and disability insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
401(k).
Legal and identity theft coverage.
Pet insurance.