Shape respiratory protection programming as an Occupational Hygienist with Island Health, supporting acute care locations through exposure assessments and training. This is a multi-site assignment.

Reporting to the Manager, Health, Wellness & Safety, the Occupational Hygienist leads organization-wide occupational hygiene planning and evaluation. The temporary full time role develops and maintains programming aligned with provincial and federal regulations. Responsibilities include supporting leaders and clinical staff, evaluating products and equipment, conducting research, and exchanging best practices with external agencies.

Key Responsibilities:
Implement respiratory protection programming across multiple acute care locations
Develop occupational hygiene education and training initiatives
Evaluate equipment, products, vendors,



and facility design standards
Conduct exposure assessments and product evaluation research
Exchange program innovations with external agencies

Requirements:
Master’s-equivalent Occupational Hygiene education, training, and experience
Five years’ recent related healthcare experience
Knowledge of regulations applicable to healthcare settings
ROH, CIH, or CRSP registration or eligibility
Ability to lead, organize, collaborate, and problem-solve

Bring occupational hygiene, adult education, and respiratory protection experience to Island Health’s acute care safety initiatives.

📌 Respiratory Protection Hygienist Nanaimo (Canada)
🏢 Vancouver Island Health Authority
📍 Canada