Athletic Trainer
Tesla, Sparks, NV, United States
What to Expect
The Certified Athletic Trainer/Injury Prevention Specialist, a member of the Ergonomics Team based at Giga Factory Nevada, focuses on setting the right conditions of work - from manufacturing and maintenance to sales and service - such that all Tesla employees can achieve and sustain healthy high work performance. What does this mean? It means this individual is not content with just eliminating the risk of injury but goes further to ensure healthy, human performance is "designed-in" to the human-work system. This individual will support management of change, works to accommodate a wide range of people both physically and mentally and works with Teams to prevent repetitive and overuse injuries. This individual also pays particular attention to the interaction of humans and productive systems. The Certified Athletic Trainer/Injury Prevention Specialist is expected not only to have the skills to plan, coordinate, and supervise all components of the Early Symptom Intervention program, but think critically and communicate effectively with individuals across all levels in the company.
What You'll Do
Provides first-aid treatment and case management for musculoskeletal complaints, which includes the use of ice, heat and wellness stretches, massages, tape techniques, and the knowledge of non-rigid bracing
Provides orthopedic injury assessments, covering such areas as, but not limited to, history, observation, palpation, range of motion, manual muscle strength, reflex testing, myotomes, dermatomes, and special tests
Perform assessments and interventions on the factory floor and lineside with employees, care coordination and communication with on-site medical providers
Electronic documentation for all encounters which may include reports, newsletters, or training materials
Create an environment of trust and care, allowing workers to take responsibility to reduce or eliminate actions under their control that contribute to injury and illness
Develop and lead group and individual training sessions focusing on functional movement patterns, specific job simulations, and educational programs for occupational health/ safety
Use innovative, creative solutions and employee empowerment to design and implement early symptom interventions. Perform HumanTech assessments and develop appropriate rotation schemes from data
What You'll Bring
Degree in Athletic Training (from an accredited program) or equivalent experience
Board Certified Athletic Trainer (BOC) and State Licensure/Certification/Registration
Current First Aid and AHA or ARC Basic Life Support for health care providers certification is required
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with client and employees
Strong organizational and time management skills along with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Minimum 1 year ATC working experience preferred
Experience in Occupational Health and Safety, Ergonomics and knowledge of current OSHA regulations preferred
Compensation and Benefits
Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
Tesla Babies program
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program
The Certified Athletic Trainer/Injury Prevention Specialist, a member of the Ergonomics Team based at Giga Factory Nevada, focuses on setting the right conditions of work - from manufacturing and maintenance to sales and service - such that all Tesla employees can achieve and sustain healthy high work performance. What does this mean? It means this individual is not content with just eliminating the risk of injury but goes further to ensure healthy, human performance is "designed-in" to the human-work system. This individual will support management of change, works to accommodate a wide range of people both physically and mentally and works with Teams to prevent repetitive and overuse injuries. This individual also pays particular attention to the interaction of humans and productive systems. The Certified Athletic Trainer/Injury Prevention Specialist is expected not only to have the skills to plan, coordinate, and supervise all components of the Early Symptom Intervention program, but think critically and communicate effectively with individuals across all levels in the company.
What You'll Do
Provides first-aid treatment and case management for musculoskeletal complaints, which includes the use of ice, heat and wellness stretches, massages, tape techniques, and the knowledge of non-rigid bracing
Provides orthopedic injury assessments, covering such areas as, but not limited to, history, observation, palpation, range of motion, manual muscle strength, reflex testing, myotomes, dermatomes, and special tests
Perform assessments and interventions on the factory floor and lineside with employees, care coordination and communication with on-site medical providers
Electronic documentation for all encounters which may include reports, newsletters, or training materials
Create an environment of trust and care, allowing workers to take responsibility to reduce or eliminate actions under their control that contribute to injury and illness
Develop and lead group and individual training sessions focusing on functional movement patterns, specific job simulations, and educational programs for occupational health/ safety
Use innovative, creative solutions and employee empowerment to design and implement early symptom interventions. Perform HumanTech assessments and develop appropriate rotation schemes from data
What You'll Bring
Degree in Athletic Training (from an accredited program) or equivalent experience
Board Certified Athletic Trainer (BOC) and State Licensure/Certification/Registration
Current First Aid and AHA or ARC Basic Life Support for health care providers certification is required
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with client and employees
Strong organizational and time management skills along with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Minimum 1 year ATC working experience preferred
Experience in Occupational Health and Safety, Ergonomics and knowledge of current OSHA regulations preferred
Compensation and Benefits
Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
Tesla Babies program
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program