Occupational Health Practitioner

Job summary

The Occupational Health Practitioner delivers a comprehensive employee health surveillance program, including clinical assessments and disability management. They coordinate return-to-work plans, manage WSIB and LTD claims, and oversee infectious disease prevention initiatives.

Job details

Posting #: OHP-0226 Employment Status: Permanent Full-Time Posting Date: August 28, 2026 Location: On-site Required Hours of Work: Monday-Friday Position Type: New Position Salary Range: $109,307-$127,875 Occupational Health Practitioner If you would like to work with a team of professionals who are committed to enriching the lives of patients, we invite you to join Runnymede Healthcare Centre as an Occupational Health Practitioner. Position summary: Reporting to the Director of Quality, Risk and Occupational Health, the Occupational Health Practitioner is responsible for the delivery of a comprehensive employee health surveillance program in accordance with the Public Hospitals Act and OHA/OMA Guidelines. Working closely with HR, managers, and external partners, this role provides expert guidance and hands-on support across all areas of occupational health — from clinical assessments and disability management to return-to-work coordination and workplace wellness — helping to foster a safe and healthy environment for all staff. Responsibilities include: Conduct pre-placement and periodic health assessments, reviewing medical history questionnaires to identify conditions requiring further evaluation or workplace accommodation Provide first aid for work-related injuries and illness, including follow-up care, employee counselling, and referral to appropriate medical or rehabilitation services Assess employees returning from illness or injury and communicate functional abilities and restrictions to managers to support safe and timely return to work Oversees infectious disease prevention initiatives including employee immunization programs, the annual Influenza Campaign, and ongoing collaboration with Infection Control and Public Health and provide required staff vaccination and conduct N-95 mask testing Manage WSIB claims end-to-end including Board communications, relief requests, post-injury care coordination, and ongoing employee follow-up throughout the absence period Administer Long Term Disability (LTD) documentation and coordinate all return-to-work stakeholders including medical practitioners, rehabilitation centres, insurers, HR, and managers Develop and coordinate modified work plans, supporting employees and managers through accommodation and early intervention strategies focused on recovery and rehabilitation Deliver occupational health orientation for new staff and facilitate education sessions for employees and managers on ergonomics, accident prevention, and workplace health and safety Maintain comprehensive, confidential employee health records and prepare occupational health indicator reports, statistical data, and required submissions to the Ministry of Health, Public Health, and OHA (Ontario Hospital Association) Collaborate with stakeholders to administer the Attendance Support Management Program (ASMP), develop Occ Health policies and procedures, and participate in the Joint Occupational Health & Safety Committee Promotes a culture of safety by participating in safety education, reporting incidents and unsafe situations, and complying with safe work procedures The successful candidate will have the following qualifications/experience: Degree/Diploma in Nursing is required Current certificate of competence as a Registered Nurse or Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario in good standing is required Degree/Diploma in Occupational Health or Disability Management preferred Certified Registered Safety Professional or Certified Disability Management Professional preferred Hospital/healthcare setting experience preferred Minimum 2 years in Occupational Health including disability management Current BCLS/First Aid Certificate Strong written & verbal communication Complex decision-making & critical thinking Exceptional organization & time management Proficiency in Parklane System; Microsoft Office Suite Respiratory fit testing an asset Statistical/report analysis an asset While we thank all applicants, only those under consideration for the position will be contacted. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources. We are committed to fostering a positive experience for all Indigenous applicants whether you're First Nations (status or non-status), Inuit, or Métis and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristics that make each of us different. We are committed to employment equity and providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA). Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment purposes only and not for any other purpose. Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Runnymede Healthcare Centre, all new hires must have received the full series of a COVID-19 vaccine or combination of COVID-19 vaccines approved by Health Canada (e.g., two doses of a two-dose vaccine series, or one dose of a single-dose vaccine series); AND have received the final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to the hired employee’s first date of employment. Requests for exemption will be considered on a case-by-case basis in alignment with the Hospital’s obligations pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

What you’ll do

The Occupational Health Practitioner delivers a comprehensive employee health surveillance program, including clinical assessments and disability management. They coordinate return-to-work plans, manage WSIB and LTD claims, and oversee infectious disease prevention initiatives.

Requirements

Candidates must be a Registered Nurse or Practical Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and have at least 2 years of experience in occupational health. A degree in Occupational Health or Disability Management and relevant certifications like CDMP or CRSP are preferred.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• Clinical Assessments · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Microsoft Office Suite · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Employee Health Surveillance
• Disability Management
• Return-to-Work Coordination
• Clinical Assessments
• WSIB Claims Management
• Infectious Disease Prevention
• First Aid
• Ergonomics
• Occupational Health Orientation
• Medical Record Maintenance
• Respiratory Fit Testing
• Statistical Analysis
• Critical Thinking
• Time Management
• Parklane System
• Microsoft Office Suite

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Security & Safety
• Human Resources
• Management & Leadership
• Government & Public Sector