Safety Officer

3 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada University Health Network Full time

Company Description

The Michener Institute of Education at UHN is Canada’s only post-secondary institution devoted exclusively to healthcare professions, offering full-time, part-time and continuing education programs. For more than 65 years, Michener has prepared generations of professionals for applied health careers and responded to emerging health system priorities. We’re uniquely situated within University Health Network (UHN) in downtown Toronto, one of the largest and most highly ranked hospital systems in Canada and internationally. Our curriculum is informed by cutting-edge research and clinical innovations, giving Michener graduates an advantage as they begin their careers. At Michener, we make healthcare happen.

Job Description

Department: Laboratory Services 
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Site: The Michener Institute
Salary: $61, - $77, per annum
Hours: 35 Hours per week

The primary responsibilities of the Safety Officer include: performing safety duties and coordinating projects under the direction of the Academic Chair, Medical Laboratory Sciences maintaining and coordinating safety programs; assisting with the development of safety literature/departmental process, support for incident response/investigation; providing safety training, area inspections/audit; coordinating multiple/simultaneous small scale projects for assigned groups; performing quality management responsibilities; performing data management/communication and administrative responsibilities; performing cross-functional and other duties consistent with the job classification as assigned and/or as requested. Biological (limited) and chemical safety for the organization.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and maintaining safety literature within the institute. Provide guidance and support to personnel regarding safety programs and procedures. Respond to incidents of regulatory non-compliance and assist in follow-up investigations. Collect and maintain accurate records of all safety data and information. Ensure all programs and policies comply with relevant legislation. Coordinates provision of certificates/permits and maintains accurate records and tracking information. Perform laboratory inspections and/or audits as per regulatory requirements (Public Health Agency of Canada, Occupational Health & Safety Act, etc.) Deliver safety training to personnel. Conduct on-going evaluation of quality indicators to ensure the integrity and safety of projects/equipment and notify appropriate bodies of deficiencies/gaps. Attend and actively participate in intra and inter departmental meetings as required. Provide support in organizing and facilitating the acquisition and transportation of biological materials from clinical sites. Oversee chemical and biological safety in the organization. Perform cross-functional and other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned and/or required.

Qualifications

Minimum over 3-5 years practical and related experience and/or 2 years on-the-job training required. Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, Environmental Sciences or equivalent required. Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) or professional certification in occupational health and safety preferred. Demonstrated ability in researching, developing, and implementing policies or programs. Demonstrated knowledge of applicable legislation including the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act. Strong communication, decision making skills and possesses good judgement. Excellent presentation, facilitation, and public speaking skills. Demonstrated highly effective interpersonal and conflict resolution skills with experience in handling contentious matters with sensitivity, confidentiality, and balance. Experience with Microsoft Office Access, Word, PowerPoint, Excel required.

Additional Information

Closing Date: June 13, 2024

Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed resume and cover letter.

For further information on The Michener Institute, please visit our website at .

The Michener Institute is publicly funded by the Ministry of health and is a respectful, caring and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity.

We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.

While we thank all applicants only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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