Injury Prevention Specialist

RUSH Physical Therapy is currently hiring a full-time Injury Prevention-WorkStrategies Specialist for an industrial setting. This is a great opportunity for an athletic trainer, exercise physiologist, EMT, PTA, COTA, or individual of a similar background. This position will be full-time onsite at Chicago O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, IL. 

Position: Injury Prevention Specialist

Location: Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago, IL)

Type of Employment: Full-time

Schedule: Weekdays (12pm-8pm), 1 weekend shift every 5th weekend

Compensation: $45,000-$50,000, yearly, based on years of experience

Our benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being:

• Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/Rx, vision and dental plan
• Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans, as well as Life and Disability protection
• Industry-wide unmatched continuing education (CEU) program with unlimited free access to CEU courses, national certifications and more

• On-site coverage for industrial client under the direction of the Account/Program Manager
• Delivery of full continuum of Onsite Injury Prevention Services at assigned location. Prevention Services include:
  • Assessment, triage, and first aid application for workplace injury/discomfort
  • Ergonomic risk assessment and implementation of ergonomic solutions
  • Job coaching and behavior modification, both 1:1 and in group settings
  • Providing education and training on a wide range of injury prevention topics
  • Office ergonomics
  • Health and wellness consultation
• Document and report on employee encounters
• Regular communication with both client and Select leadership

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree
• Minimum one year of experience
• CPR certification
• Strong knowledge of musculoskeletal injury assessment and prevention interventions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in an industrial setting

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans