Occupational Hygienist in Nanaimo

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager, Health, Wellness & Safety, the Occupational Hygienist is responsible for coordinating the planning, development, implementation, maintenance, and evaluation of an organization-wide Occupational Hygiene Program. The Occupational Hygienist provides leadership to provincial, organizational and operational leaders and clinical staff in the development, implementation and evaluation of facility design standards, education and training, and equipment/product selection as it relates to Occupational Hygiene programs and in alignment with provincial and federal regulations.

The Occupational Hygienist works collaboratively to support strategic planning initiatives through designing, developing and leading research studies, exposure assessments and product evaluations and liaises with various external agencies to exchange best practice program and process innovations. Represents Island Health on external committees, including determining and selecting new vendors/products. Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience: A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Master's degree in Occupational Hygiene and five (5) years of recent related experience in a healthcare environment including experience in program planning, implementation, evaluation and adult education. Registration, or eligible for registration, with an appropriate professional organization. Registration, or eligible for registration, as a Registered Occupational Hygienist (ROH), a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or a Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP). Valid Class V BC Driver's License.

Skills And Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to lead, plan, organize and problem-solve
• Ability to collaborate within a team environment
• Working knowledge/understanding of the principles of adult education and skill in teaching and motivating a diversity of staff
• Ability to work within an environment subject to continuously changing priorities
• Working knowledge of relevant regulations and legislation and their applicability to a health care environment
• Proficiency in the use of personal computers
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position

This is a two-year temporary role that will focus on implementation of respiratory protection programming across multiple acute care locations. The salary range for this position is $90,770 (min) to $113,462 (midpoint) to $130,481(max) per annum (based on 1 FTE). Salary placement is between min and midpoint, based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.