David May
Nashville
Summary
Dynamic Industrial Athletic Trainer and Ergonomist skilled in collaboration and effective communication. Demonstrated success in assessing injuries and creating tailored rehabilitation plans, contributing to safer work environments and enhanced employee well-being.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Industrial Athletic Trainer and Ergonomist
Athletic Training Solutions
08.2025 - Current
- Assessed injuries and developed individualized rehabilitation programs.
- Collaborated with safety directors and management to ensure safe practice environments.
- Educated workers on injury prevention techniques and proper nutrition.
- Conducted pre-participation physical evaluations for workers.
- Monitored injury progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
- Maintained accurate documentation of injuries and treatment outcomes.
- Assisted in emergency response protocols.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay current with industry standards.
- Provided emergency care, first aid and initial evaluations for any injury occurring on the jobsite or injuries that occurred out of work.
- Developed a positive rapport with superintendents, foreman and safety management in promoting trust in the athletic training and ergonomic process.
- Created and implemented strength and conditioning programs for workers.
- Coordinated care with outside care facilities.
- Administered first aid and CPR in working environments to address emergency situations.
- Advocated for use of protective gear, significantly reducing risk of injury.
- Led workshops on nutritional guidance to optimize athletic performance and recovery.
Industrial Athletic Trainer and Ergonomist
Briotix Health
11.2022 - 07.2025
- Provided on-site services at six (6) locations
- Created and maintained positive relationships with staff and management.
- Conducted musculoskeletal screens and provided Early Discomfort Management.
- Real-time Ergonomic Evaluations & Body Mechanic Coaching.
- Subject matter expert of injuries and pathologies, and deliver customized education and training presentations for ergonomics.
- Conducted post offer employment testing, physical demand analysis, and other client-specific assessments.
- Accurate and timely electronic documentation and support of client-specific reports.
Certified Athletic Trainer
Volkswagen of America, Inc
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Provided proactive injury prevention and first aid injury care as defined by OSHA standards, including ergonomic postural/body mechanic education and/or escalation of medical care if needed.
- Provided ergonomic assessments and support by understanding the site operations, job processes, and physical demands to make ergonomic recommendations for the purposes of preventing more serious musculoskeletal conditions from occurring.
- Implemented wellness initiatives, health education and health promotions.
- Class instruction and supervision of exercise floor to ensure the safety of participants and proper use of equipment.
- Keeping accurate, detailed documentation with efficiency while being able to provide feedback to the industrial worker and client.
- Understanding and providing reports with key metrics to leadership, client partners, and operations management.
Education
Master of Science - Athletic Training
University of Tennessee At Chattanooga
Chattanooga05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
East Tennessee State University
Johnson City, TN05-2019
Skills
- Athletic taping
- Strength training
- Emergency care proficiency
- Orthopedic evaluation
- Soft tissue mobilization
- Document management
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Insurance coordination
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Decision-making
- Emergency care
- Adaptability
- Injury prevention techniques
Certification
- Certified and Licensed Athletic Trainer
- OSHA-30 Certification
- CPR/AED/BLS Certification
- CEAS Certification
- HAZWOPER-40 Certification
Timeline
Industrial Athletic Trainer and Ergonomist
Athletic Training Solutions
08.2025 - Current
Industrial Athletic Trainer and Ergonomist
Briotix Health
11.2022 - 07.2025
Certified Athletic Trainer
Volkswagen of America, Inc
05.2022 - 11.2022
Master of Science - Athletic Training
University of Tennessee At Chattanooga
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
East Tennessee State University