Occupational Hygienist

**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, Prevention & Health Promotion, the Occupational Hygienist provides consultation, research and educational support on occupational hygiene issues for the Wellness & Safety Team and for managers, supervisors and staff of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA). The Occupational Hygienist is responsible for coordinating the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of an organization-wide Occupational Hygiene Program.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:
**Education, Training And Experience**:
A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in Sciences (Master's degree in Occupational Hygiene preferred) and three (3) years recent related experience in a healthcare environment including experience in program planning, implementation, evaluation and adult education.

**Skills And Abilities**:

- Registration, or eligible for registration, with an appropriate professional organization.
- Registration, or eligible for registration, as a Registered Occupational Hygienist (ROH) or a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
- 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
- Working knowledge of relevant regulations and legislation
- Proficiency in the use of personal computers
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position

**Job Requirements**: