Sara R. Rodriguez
East Windsor,NJ
Summary
Workplace Health & Safety professional with 6+ years of experience in injury prevention, regulatory compliance, ergonomic assessment, workers’ compensation, and occupational health program management. Proven ability to analyze injury trends implement risk mitigation strategies, ensure compliance with government (OSHA) and state-specific standards across multi-site operations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Administrator / Athletic Trainer (Per Diem)
Capstone Medical Services
North Brunswick, New Jersey
09.2022 - Current
- Delivered athletic training services in diverse settings to support athlete health and performance.
- Coordinated recruiting, client communication, and operations to streamline processes and enhance service delivery.
- Created marketing and outreach strategies to increase program visibility and engagement.
Regional Injury Prevention Manager
Amazon Workplace Health and Safety
Robbinsville, NJ
09.2021 - Current
- Provide regional oversight and technical support for injury prevention programs across multiple states (NJ, NY, DE, MA, RI, CT).
- Analyze injury data trends to develop targeted prevention strategies and corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with government and state regulatory guidelines, workers’ compensation processes, and internal safety standards.
- Developed and executed safety programs and initiatives across North America Fulfillment Center network, enhancing regional compliance and safety culture.
- Lead ergonomic risk assessments and implement corrective actions to reduce hazards.
- Train site leadership and safety teams on regulatory compliance and case management protocols.
- Facilitated regional safety strategy meetings, communicating performance metrics to align safety objectives with operational goals.
- Conducted site audits to evaluate program effectiveness and regulatory compliance, providing actionable feedback for best practice implementation.
- Partner with operations to implement risk mitigation strategies.
- Mentor and train Injury Prevention Specialists and onsite medical staff.
- Implemented workplace health and safety initiatives.
Injury Prevention Specialist
Amazon Workplace Health and Safety
Robbinsville, NJ
09.2019 - 09.2021
- Managed workplace health programs that increased employee safety awareness and compliance.
- Performed ergonomic assessments and job hazard analyses to mitigate workplace risks.
- Conducted root cause analysis and incident investigations to identify safety improvement opportunities.
- Collaborated with operations to improve safety procedures.
- Supported onsite injury care and employee education.
- Assisted in case management and compliance tracking.
Athletic Trainer – Surgical Clinical Assistant
Rothman Orthopaedic Institute
Princeton, NJ
07.2018 - 09.2019
- Coordinated and communicated effective care plans and treatment protocols to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Supported orthopedic surgeon in delivering patient care through comprehensive pre/post-operative assistance.
- Managed medical documentation, billing processes, and workers’ compensation cases to streamline patient administration.
Athletic Trainer / Graduate Assistant
William Paterson University
Paterson, NJ
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Evaluated injuries and developed rehabilitation programs to support athlete recovery.
- Supervised students during concussion testing and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Facilitated insurance processes and maintained accurate documentation for athlete care.
Education
M.S. - Exercise and Sports Studies: Exercise Physiology
William Paterson University
Wayne, NJ05-2018
B.S. - Athletic Training, Minor in Health Education
Kean University
Union, NJ05-2016
Skills
- OSHA Compliance & Recordkeeping
- Regulatory Documentation & Reporting
- Injury Prevention & Case Management
- Ergonomic & Risk Assessment
- Data Analysis & Trend Reporting
- Workers’ Compensation Processes
- Safety Program Management & Auditing
- First Aid/CPR/AED Training
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Athletic Training
- Project Management
- Customer Services
- Training and Development
- Microsoft Office
- Event Planning, Organization, and Strategy Session Execution
Professional Development And Research
- Co-Presenter, ATSNJ Annual Convention, 2024, Industrial Athletic Training: Understanding an Emerging Setting
- Lead Author & Researcher, Journal of Sports Biomechanics, Effects of deceleration-focused exercise strategies on shoulder range of motion and throwing velocity in baseball and softball athletes.
- Lead Author & Researcher, Thesis, Deceleration Training in Baseball and Softball Athletes
- Co-author and Presenter, Eastern Athletic Trainers’ Association Conference, Examination of the Relationship between Passive and Dynamic Measures of Lower Extremity Stability in Division III Athletes
Professional Memberships And Certifications
- AIHA: Basic Principles in Occupational Hygiene
- OSHA 30
- CEAS I-III: Certified Ergonomic Assessment Specialist
- ARC Basic Life Support Instructor/Provider
- Pennsylvania Licensed Athletic Trainer: RT007241
- New Jersey Standard Department of Education Certification
- New Jersey Licensed Athletic Trainer: 25MT00223200
- BOC Certified Athletic Trainer: 2000025213
Timeline
Business Administrator / Athletic Trainer (Per Diem)
Capstone Medical Services
09.2022 - Current
Regional Injury Prevention Manager
Amazon Workplace Health and Safety
09.2021 - Current
Injury Prevention Specialist
Amazon Workplace Health and Safety
09.2019 - 09.2021
Athletic Trainer – Surgical Clinical Assistant
Rothman Orthopaedic Institute
07.2018 - 09.2019
Athletic Trainer / Graduate Assistant
William Paterson University
01.2016 - 01.2018
M.S. - Exercise and Sports Studies: Exercise Physiology
William Paterson University
B.S. - Athletic Training, Minor in Health Education
Kean University