Injury Prevention Specialist

TalentBurst, Inc.

San Marcos, TX

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$40–$43 Per Hour

SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Basic Life Support (BLS), Biomechanics, CPR Certification, Coaching, Customer Support/Service, Defibrillator, Environmental Health, Ergonomics, First Aid, Healthcare Providers, Intrusion Prevention Systems, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Order/Customer Fulfillment, Record Keeping, Risk, Risk Management, Safety/Work Safety, Team Lead/Manager, Training/Teaching, Trend Analysis, Warehousing, Worker's Compensation

LOCATION

San Marcos, TX

POSTED

19 days ago

Title: Injury Prevention Specialist
Location: San Marcos TX-78666
Duration: 6+ months
Description:

Client is looking for health and safety professionals with a background in Athletic Training (ATC) to help support Client's injury prevention program.
In this position, you will be a part of the onsite Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Team and will perform both injury prevention and injury management (first aid) activities.
This position will work in a Fulfillment Center and report directly to the Site Safety Manager.
The Injury Prevention Specialist will be expected to proactively analyze tasks for potential ergonomic and safety issues, perform biomechanical and ergonomic assessments, provide first aid care to injured employees, and execute other Client's injury prevention activities.
The IPS will provide conservative care to injury Associates but also observe Associates performing their job tasks and educate them on ways to perform their tasks effectively with less stress to the irritated body part.
Onsite IPSs will proactively observe ergonomic practices and educate associates to improve technique prior to the onset of soreness or injury.

Will do:

Provide triage, first aid and/ or referral to outside medical provider, if indicated.
Maintain records of first aid care provided to associates.
Minimize the risk of injury of employees through awareness, education and intervention.
Attend and participate at "start-up” meetings to lead daily stretching routines.
Understand and learn each department and communicate the proper techniques on how to prevent soft tissue injuries.
Evaluate trends in soft tissue injuries and develop action items to address injury trends.
Provide daily activity logs to the safety team and senior leadership team. Provide analysis of all onsite incidents monthly including recommendations on how to reduce the risk and severity of injuries within the warehouse.
Provide accommodation recommendations related to job placement for all employees on restrictions given by a medical provider.
Understand and learn each department and job function within the warehouse to fully understand the body mechanics involved in every task. Be actively involved with improvements to the standard work process.
Frequent "floor time” to interact with both associates and managers, providing coaching on observed at-risk work habits. Attend and speak at daily "start-up” meetings.

Required Skills:

Must be a Certified Athletic Trainer, by either the National Athletic Trainers' Association or equivalent State Certification. LAT- licenses athletic trainer after name
Must have a valid card evidencing successful completion of a CPR course at the Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider level (American Heart Association) or Professional Rescuer (client). First aid, AED or BLS, any or all 3.
Associate will be required to maintain all medical credentials.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Preferred Skills:

Experience in an occupational setting.
Certified to Teach First Aid, CPR, AED training.
Experience with an industrial wellness program.
Experience working with Worker's Compensation.
Experience leading / managing a team.

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Why TalentBurst?
At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth.

Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.

TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.

About the Company

TalentBurst, Inc.

For over 20 years, TalentBurst Inc. has been an award-winning provider of cutting-edge Workforce Management Solutions. With a strong commitment to staying ahead in the tech landscape, we pioneer innovative approaches to talent acquisition. Our expertise spans Life Sciences, and Healthcare Staffing, Banking, Financial, IT, and Engineering, as well as Global Employer of Record (EOR), Agent of Record (AOR), State, Local Government and Education (SLED), and IC validation/compliance services. Additionally, our division, TalentProcure, leads the industry with offerings such as High Hazard Payroll, Managed Services, and Vendor on Premise (VOP) solutions.

Due to our prioritization of excellent standards, we are Joint Commission Certified and are a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in the USA and Canada. Supporting over 130 Fortune 500 companies globally, we excel in navigating the landscape of talent acquisition. In a world of constant change, we embrace developing people-centric solutions that address the unique demands of our clients. Stay connected by visiting our website and following us on social media!

COMPANY SIZE

5,000 to 9,999 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

2002

WEBSITE

http://www.talentburst.com/