Sports Safety Educator

How you move is why we're here.

Now more than ever.

Get back to what you need and love to do.

The possibilities are endless...

Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success.

If this describes you then let's talk!

HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.

Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Emp Status

Per Diem Part time

Work Shift

What you will be doing

Job Qualifications

EDUCATION - Required

Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Physical Education, Physical Therapy, Public Health, or a related field

EDUCATION - Preferred

Master's degree in Athletic Training, Exercise Science, Physical Education, Physical Therapy, Public Health, or a related field

In lieu of higher education 10 years experience working with children (Grade schools and or HS).

CERTIFICATION - Preferred

CPR/AED certification and at least one of the following: Performance Enhancement Specialist (NASM), Corrective Exercise Specialist (NASM), Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach (NSCA), Health/Physical Education Endorsement, Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES)

EXPERIENCE - Required

3 - 5 years professional experience with youth, high school, collegiate, or professional sports and/or physical education.

SKILLS - Required

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong customer service orientation.

Outstanding communication, human interaction, and customer service skills

Ability to meet productivity standards in a remote work environment

Proficient with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and various videoconference platforms

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Continuously stand/walk or lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight (20 to 50 lbs).

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature, and noise. Examples: patient care providers and laboratory technicians.

HAZARDS

OSHA Category 1

Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials.

POSITION & UNIT ACCOUNTABILITIES - AKA Competencies

• Presents program educational material at workshops and sports camps and clinics under the direction of the HSS Athlete Health Management Team.

• Contributes to the development, implementation, and improvement of educational materials and program curricula under the direction of the HSS Athlete Health leadership.

• Conducts live (on-site and virtual) health screenings and injury prevention workshops for students/athletes and their coaches, parents, teachers, and administrators.

• Contributes to the development, implementation, and evaluation of new screening/education programs.

• Contributes to the execution of clinical research studies, by assisting with data collection activities.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.