Occupational Hygienist FMO (221812)

Description

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 of Industrial Hygiene and Environment the Occupational Hygienist FMO is responsible for implementing the Occupational Hygiene Program and its safety services to Facilities Maintenance & Operations (FMO) in compliance with existing federal provincial and WorkSafe BC regulations and applicable CSA Standards Island Health Policy and FMO SPPs (standards practices and protocols). The Occupational Hygienist will implement Industrial Hygiene and Health and Safety to the FMO Operations for all Regional FMO staff. The Occupational Hygienist will manage and implement Operations related to WorkSafe and hazardous material abatement Health and Safety projects and implementing the Occupational Health and Safety program for FMO for WorkSafe compliance including directing staff either through the teams industrial hygienist or an appropriate FMO supervisor or Facility Manager.

Travel is a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education Training And Experience

A Master of Science degree in a relevant discipline or a relevant Professional Designation e.g. CRSP plus 5 years of related experience in Industrial Hygiene.

Comprehensive knowledge of federal provincial and WorkSafe B.C. safety regulations.

Experience with training staff in Industrial Hygiene practices in a health care system.

Valid BC Drivers License.

Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated oral communication and active listening skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Effective organizational administrative and program development skills.
• Proven technical ability with instrumentation and troubleshooting sampling equipment.
• Recordkeeping and database skills and knowledge of database applications.
• Strong computer and word-processing skills and knowledge of applications such as MS Word Excel and Project.
• Strong written skills; ability to write assessments reports SOPs SWPs etc.
• Ability to operate related Industrial Hygiene equipment. Some lifting of equipment as required.

Requirements

Key Skills

Body Mechanics,Early Intervention,Acute Care,Communication skills,HIPAA,Autism Experience,Computer Literacy,Pediatrics Experience,Home Care,Heavy Lifting,Patient Service Experience,Medicare

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1