Salary Range $90,000 to $115,000 annually + Benefits. Individual salaries dependent on location, experience and job-related factors.

Schedule: Full-Time, Hybrid schedule of Remote and On-site visits

Location: San Francisco Bay Area / San Francisco Peninsula region. Must reside in the area to be considered

Setting: Office & Industrial/Warehouse

As an ergonomic specialist, you will provide ergonomic services delivering comfortable solutions in the office and remote work environments. Our ergonomics team works with designated clients/companies to assess their workplace, develop programs to reduce risk, and provide general ergonomic education.

Physical Rehabilitation Network (PRN) has been providing ergonomic services to the Bay Area for 20 years. Many of our team members have been with PRN Ergonomic Services for 10+ years. We currently have an opening for an Ergonomist to serve our clients in the Bay area. We're looking for someone who has experience working with office & industrial ergonomics.

We offer flexible schedules to support your work/life balance. This position is a hybrid work schedule of remote work and in-person visits to our client’s offices/facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct job task analysis by performing independent virtual, telephonic, or in person ergonomic evaluations
• Provide functional job descriptions
• Identify accommodations or modified task requirements for injured or disabled workers
• Obtain measurements, video documentation and/or photographs, qualitative and quantitative data
• Data analysis and implementing risk-based solutions
• Optimizing lifting techniques, tool design, and work processes to prevent injuries in manufacturing and other industrial settings
• Use of industry standard tools: NIOSH safe-lifting equation, Moor Garg Strain Index, Snook & Cirillo material handling tables, ACGIH TLV's, RULA and REBA and force gauges.
• Integrate root cause analysis to ergonomic findings
• Knowledge of various ergonomic equipment/products
• Knowledge of RSI risks, methods of prevention & healthy lifestyle
• Select alternative devices/products when ergonomically necessary
• Maintain proficiency in ergonomic product knowledge
• Projects as assigned: ergonomic presentations, ergonomic guides, etc.

Independently Conduct Ergonomic Assessments:

• Desk & AKP height adjustments
• Chair Fittings & measurements
• Monitor adjustments & measurements
• Lighting adjustments & measurements
• Identify functional and frequency requirements to perform job duties

Project Management:

• Defining project goals, scope, tasks, timelines, and resources
• Implement project plans, manage tasks, and ensure progress towards objectives
• Tracking progress, identifying potential issues, and taking corrective actions to stay on track
• Finalizing projects, documenting lessons learned, and ensuring all deliverables are completed
• Work closely with ergonomic and occupational health teams, internal stakeholders and leadership team.

Education Experience:

• Ergonomic certification required
• Bachelor’s Degree Required. Bachelor's degree in a health-related field preferred
• Experience as an Exercise Physiologist, Physical Therapist, or Occupational Therapist is preferred
• Experience in manufacturing, data centers, or robotics ergonomics strongly preferred
• Advanced office ergonomic experience required
• Minimum 3-5 years of industrial experience required

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Good analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Possess excellent time-management skills and able to work independently under general guidance
• Ability to adapt in a fast-moving and changing culture
• Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to build and establish rapport with a diverse array of people
• Ability to work as part of a team and display a positive attitude for this dynamic environment
• Ability to grasp technical concepts and a systematic approach to work
• Must be adept in Mac and PC, particularly in Excel, Email, and Word
• Current knowledge of keyboard short cuts in Mac and/or PC

Benefits:

• Mentorship and Professional Development programs for all levels of experience
• Continuing Education plus unlimited Medbridge Access
• Work Life Balance with Paid Holidays, Vacation Time & Flexible work schedules
• 401(k) Match program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee discounts and perks on goods and services
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible spending accounts
• Phone and Internet stipend

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.