About the role
Job 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 team's 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 Driver's License.
Skills And Abilities
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Demonstrated oral communication and active listening skills.
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
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Effective organizational, administrative and program development skills.
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Proven technical ability with instrumentation and troubleshooting sampling equipment.
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Recordkeeping and database skills and knowledge of database applications.
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Strong computer and word-processing skills and knowledge of applications such as MS Word, Excel, and Project.
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Strong written skills; ability to write assessments, reports, SOPs, SWPs etc.
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Ability to operate related Industrial Hygiene equipment. Some lifting of equipment as required.
Job Requirements:
About Island Health
Island Health operates primary care clinics in Anacortes and on Orcas Island, and serves patients across three counties (Skagit, Island and San Juan). Our specialty services are extensive and rapidly adapting to meet the needs of our community. At Island Health, our patients are cared for by dedicated medical professionals who live and work in the community. We are a small but mighty health system, renowned for our holistic approach to patient care where our healthcare professionals treat our patients with compassion and respect. As a 5-star rated Medicare hospital and a top 100 rural hospital in the United States, patients can expect the highest quality of care where they actively participate in their healthcare planning and goal-setting.
Island Health is a Public Hospital District (Skagit County PHD No. 2) governed by a board of five commissioners whose boundaries include Fidalgo, Cypress, Guemes and Sinclair islands.
Island Health provides an innovative and growing environment for our employees to further their careers, and as a 43-bed hospital we provide a range of services and exceptional quality of care typically found in a larger facility including cancer care: physical, occupational and speech therapy; wound care; sleep wellness; psychiatry and behavioral services; family practice and specialty clinics; and much more.
Located in Anacortes, Washington, a vibrant seaside community focused on wellness, residents enjoy the exceptional quality of life the region offers including excellent schools, abundant recreational activities, and a community for artists.
To experience the culture of Anacortes, please visit: www.anacortes.org.
Island Health is your destination for opportunity and we are always recruiting. Please visit our careers page to learn more about our current positions, www.islandhealth.org/careers.
About the role
Job 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 team's 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 Driver's 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.
Job Requirements:
About Island Health
Island Health operates primary care clinics in Anacortes and on Orcas Island, and serves patients across three counties (Skagit, Island and San Juan). Our specialty services are extensive and rapidly adapting to meet the needs of our community. At Island Health, our patients are cared for by dedicated medical professionals who live and work in the community. We are a small but mighty health system, renowned for our holistic approach to patient care where our healthcare professionals treat our patients with compassion and respect. As a 5-star rated Medicare hospital and a top 100 rural hospital in the United States, patients can expect the highest quality of care where they actively participate in their healthcare planning and goal-setting.
Island Health is a Public Hospital District (Skagit County PHD No. 2) governed by a board of five commissioners whose boundaries include Fidalgo, Cypress, Guemes and Sinclair islands.
Island Health provides an innovative and growing environment for our employees to further their careers, and as a 43-bed hospital we provide a range of services and exceptional quality of care typically found in a larger facility including cancer care: physical, occupational and speech therapy; wound care; sleep wellness; psychiatry and behavioral services; family practice and specialty clinics; and much more.
Located in Anacortes, Washington, a vibrant seaside community focused on wellness, residents enjoy the exceptional quality of life the region offers including excellent schools, abundant recreational activities, and a community for artists.
To experience the culture of Anacortes, please visit: www.anacortes.org.
Island Health is your destination for opportunity and we are always recruiting. Please visit our careers page to learn more about our current positions, www.islandhealth.org/careers.