Athletic Trainer

The Certified Athletic Trainer/Injury Prevention Specialist, a member of the GFNY EHS Team based at Giga Factory New York, 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.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.

• 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 training and reference materials 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

• 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 2 year ATC working experience preferred
• Experience in Occupational Health and Safety, Ergonomics and knowledge of current OSHA regulations preferred

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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

• Athletic Trainer I - $20.16 - $30.24/hour
• Athletic Trainer I - $20.16 - $30.24/hour
• Athletic Trainer II - $22.32 - $33.48/hour
• Athletic Trainer II - $22.32 - $33.48/hour
• Athletic Trainer III - $24.84 - $37.26/hour
• Athletic Trainer III - $24.84 - $37.26/hour
• Athletic Trainer III - $24.84 - $37.26/hour
• Athletic Trainer III - $24.84 - $37.26/hour
• Athletic Trainer IV - $28.80 - $43.20/hour
• Athletic Trainer IV - $28.80 - $43.20/hour
• Athletic Trainer V - $32.40 - $48.60/hour

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.