Injury Prevention Specialist

Premise Health • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

The Injury Prevention Specialist at Premise Health is responsible for conducting Physical Demand Analyses to identify high-risk work areas and develop strategies for injury prevention. This role involves collaboration with medical and safety teams, providing training and education on functional movement patterns, and ensuring effective communication with clients regarding wellness and injury management. The position is based in San Antonio, TX, and operates on a Monday to Friday schedule from 3pm to 12am.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences (Kinesiology, Human Kinetics, Exercise Science, Athletic Training, Exercise Physiology) or equivalent experience preferred.
• Current hands-on training in AHA or ARC Basic Life Support for health care providers is required.
• Current hands-on training in AHA or ARC First Aid is required.
• Experience in Health/Fitness Industry.
• Experience in Occupational Health and Safety.
• Knowledge of current OSHA regulations preferred.
• Experience in Ergonomics preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of business practices and culture.
• Ability to critically think and prioritize job tasks.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to build relationships.
• Strong time-management skills.
• Ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Perform Physical Demand Analyses including raw data collection and video analysis for specific job demands.
• Communicate regularly with onsite PH Medical Team and Client Safety Team regarding workplace countermeasures and injury prevention strategies.
• Attend meetings and serve on task forces as deemed necessary.
• Provide recommended guidelines for correcting limitations in flexibility, strength, and general conditioning to prevent injury.
• Provide client follow-up and make recommendations for work performance based on knowledge in anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, and ergonomic principles.
• Develop and lead group and individual training sessions focusing on functional movement patterns and specific job simulations.
• Educate and observe essential functions and movement patterns related to early symptom management techniques for minor musculoskeletal discomfort.
• Follow-up with client members to ensure early symptom recognition and injury prevention.
• Care coordination and communication with on-site medical providers.
• Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, and EMR documentation.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation time
• Company-sponsored wellness program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree