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Saint Louis University
SLU Saint Louis, MO; Doisy Hall
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Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.
JOB SUMMARY
The Occupational Health Program Manager manages the provision of an efficient, high quality Occupational Health Program for Laboratory and Animal Research (OHP) service for University staff. This position ensures compliance with the responsibilities imposed by health and safety accrediting organizations. This position is also responsible for reducing the risk of cases of occupational injury/illness, and championing best practices in occupational health provision within the University.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Plans, develops, coordinates, monitors, and audits the delivery of OHP services provided to the University; ensures high quality, customer satisfaction; promotes best practice in OHP based on research, evidence, and evaluation
Formulates, implements, and evaluates policies/strategies for health protection and surveillance of workers to meet regulatory requirements and to promote OHP participants’ health and wellbeing
Works in partnership with Research leadership and other appropriate professionals/agencies to provide expert guidance when OHP input is required; maintains good relationships to develop the understanding and involvement of the OHP in the support of laboratory and animal research workers
Develops processes for gathering data for continued improvement; communicates trends and advises on action plans to meet regulatory requirements
Responsible for the maintenance of a confidential records management system
Contributes to the provision of training, advice, health surveillance, vaccinations, respirator physicals/fit tests, sickness absence management, investigations of cases of occupational injury/illness, and other general OHP issues
Stays abreast of new and emerging guidance and regulations that govern OHP practice; resources for this include ACOEM (American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine), as well as the Eagleson Institute; uses evidence-based practice to guide interpretation of statutory requirements and advisory guidance to ensure the health protection of OHP participants
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