Safety Officer – University Health Network

Title of the Job: Safety Officer

Location: Toronto, ON

Job Description: Company DescriptionThe University Health Network, where “above all else the needs of patients come first”, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of “Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning”, the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.Job DescriptionUnion: Non-Union
Site: 700 University Avenue
Department: Safety Services
Reports To: Safety Manager, Research Safety
Work Model: Hybrid
Grade: N0:08
Salary: $74,428 – 93,035 per annum (to commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN Compensation Policy)
Hours: 37.5 Hours per Week
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date: October 15, 2024Job SummaryAs an integral member of the UHN Safety Services Department, part of the Research Safety Team, the primary responsibilities of the Safety Officer are to support research laboratories to work safely and incompliance with relevant legislation. The position includes: performing safety duties and coordinating projects under the direction of the Manager, Research Safety, and Director, UHN Safety Services; maintaining and coordinating safety programs; assisting with the development of safety literature/departmental process, personnel support, support for incident response/investigation; providing safety training, review of projects, 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.Duties

• Assists the Manager and Director with research safety programs including development and maintenance of safety literature, departmental process, safety project development/implementation, and accurate record keeping and data tracking.
• Reviews biosafety permit applications and clinical studies related to manipulation of biological agents.
• Performs laboratory inspections/audits as per regulatory requirements (Public Health Agency of Canada, Canadian Food Inspection Agency, Occupational Health & Safety Act, etc.).
• Researches current safety literature and legislation and develops, maintains and updates training presentations and materials, subject to approval from the Manager and or Director.
• Develops safety training materials for online modules as well as delivers safety training to both research and support personnel in large and small audiences or to individuals.
• Conducts on-going evaluation of quality indicators to ensure the integrity and safety of projects/equipment and notify appropriate bodies of deficiencies/gaps.
• Attends and actively participates in intra- and inter-departmental meetings, as required.

Qualifications

• At minimum, completion of a bachelor’s degree in Sciences or recognized equivalent required.
• At minimum over 5 years related experience including practical and theoretical experience.
• Experience in relevant safety programs
• Experience with Microsoft Office/365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams, SharePoint, etc.)
• Knowledge of safety legislation, an asset.
• Chemical and/or laser experience, an asset.
• Project management skills, an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Additional InformationWhy join UHN?In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Company Name: University Health Network

Salary: $74428 – 93035 per year

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