28 Jan
Bruyère Health
Ottawa
POSITION TYPE : Permanent, Full-time, Day, 75 hours / pay period, 1.0 FTE
SALARY SCALE : $40.69 to $57.97 per hour
CLOSING DATE : 2025 - 01 - 24
Why should I join Bruyère Health?
At Bruyère Health, we're much more than a health organization; we're a true community built on respect, compassion, accountability, collaboration, and learning. If you're passionate about making a difference and are ready to be part of something bigger than yourself, join us. Come and work at Bruyère Health, where compassion and innovation meet to make each life better.
What is in it for me?
Competitive benefits program
Defined benefit pension plan (when applicable)
Wellness program and on-site gyms
Employee perks program
Mental health support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program
Professional development and learning opportunities
What would my role be?
Reporting to the Manager, Occupational Health and Safety Services, you will function as an active member of the Occupational Health and Safety Services team to provide comprehensive occupational health services to the Bruyère Health and Bruyère Health Saint-Louis Long-Term Care employees.
Services include:
Work related accident and illness follow up as well as management of the work re-integration program
Follow up of non-occupational illness and accidents as well as management of the transitional work program
Manage accommodation requests as well as return to work plans, development and follow up
Health care screening, basic first aid and follow up as required
Communicable disease surveillance and exposure management
Immunization program
Initial health assessments and wellness promotion
Counseling and referral services
How do I qualify?
Required:
Certification in Occupational Health
Minimum of two (2)
years of experience in an Occupational Health and Safety setting
Valid certificate of registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) as a registered nurse
Fluent in French and English (Candidates who do not meet this language requirement are eligible to apply for this position and may be considered if there are no other suitable applicants who meet this requirement.)
Preferred:
Undergraduate degree in nursing
What skills should I possess to succeed in the role?
Ability to work independently and within a group environment
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Good leadership and problem-solving skills
Good decision-making skills
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
Ability to take initiative
Knowledge of occupational health and safety theory
Knowledge of infection control principles and practices
Knowledge of rehabilitation theory
Knowledge of applicable provincial legislation and application
Advanced knowledge of medical terminology
About Bruyère Health
Bruyère Health is Eastern Ontario's leading health organization specializing in aging, rehabilitation, and care for those with multiple complex medical conditions. We bring together compassionate, person-centered care with world-class research to maximize quality of life for those we care for and their loved ones.
Bruyère Health has a proven history of addressing gaps in our health system with compassion, innovation, and courage. Today, as an academic health sciences center, we are training the next generation of health professionals to see-and take action on creating-a better health system for all.
Additional Information
Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
All applicants must provide a recent CV, and a cover letter that clearly indicates that they meet the required qualifications. Copies of your degrees and certifications, if applicable, in one of Canada's official languages must also be included. Please note that any inaccuracies in the information provided may result in your application being rejected.
Please note that the pre-screening questions must be submitted by all applicants as part of the application process and that answers are for information purposes only and will not disqualify internal candidates from competitions provided that the candidate meets the required qualifications of the position as per the posting.
Bruyère Health promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the Employment Equity Act and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Bruyère Health is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the departmental official of the accommodation measures which may be required to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.
All Bruyère Health employees are required to provide proof of full vaccination as per our Enhanced COVID-19 Immunization policy.
An acknowledgement of receipt will be sent following the submission of your application. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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