Temporary - Occupational Health Consultant- Occupational Health Services

Who We Are

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London. Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture and music.  As one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching hospitals, LHSC delivers world-class care and experiences, built on our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and learning. In partnership with our communities, we design and advance healthcare to support the wellness of the populations we serve. LHSC delivers both local and regional services, including the Children's Hospital, within a large geographic area. LHSC is known for its great people and great care, with a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while partnering with communities to transform health, one life at a time. 

Posting Period

Open:         October 7, 2025  

Deadline:    October 13, 2025 

Non-Union

Department Name

Occupational Health Services

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Occupational Health Services Consultant to oversee the daily operations of our Occupational Health Clinics across all sites. The successful candidate will informally lead the day-to-day activities of clinic staff, focusing on employee health reviews, workplace incident and exposure management, and compliance with relevant legislation and collective agreements. The consultant leads the coordination of health services, and works closely with hospital leadership, Human Resources, and the Safety Team to ensure a safe and healthy workplace.

Temporary Full-Time

Rate of Pay:         $53.72- $67.16 per hour

Hours of Work:    37.5 hours per week 

Duration:             up to 12 months 

What we offer:

• Pension Plan (HOOPP)

• Health & Dental Benefits

• Career Development & Training Opportunities

• Employee Wellness Initiatives

Main responsibilities entail:

• Functional team leadership of clinic operations including staffing and scheduling for nurses and team assistants across all sites
• Oversee the delivery of occupational health processes including immunizations and communicable disease surveillance programs, health reviews, needle stick / BBFE incident and management, support WSIB claims management, return work and accommodation processes, seasonal vaccine campaign etc.
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety regulations, infection control standards, and hospital occupational health policies.
• Collaborate with OHS Nurse Practitioners, Abilities Management, Attendance Support, Human Resources, Safety, and Infection Prevention teams to develop and implement wellness, injury prevention, and accommodation programs.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality of employee health information.
• Monitor key performance indicators, prepare reports, and support accreditation or regulatory audits
• Serve as a resource to hospital leadership on matters of occupational health and staff wellbeing
• Promote a positive and supportive workplace culture aligned with hospital values.
• Act as the first point of contact for escalated issues for the team and, where appropriate, provide guidance for resolution.
• Review of teamwork and workload, contributing to performance development and feedback.
• Develop and implement standards, procedures and training materials for the OHS team.
• Project lead for Parklane System enhancements and work optimization.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Bachelor's degree in a health-related field or as acceptable by the Hospital

• Current certificate of registration from a college recognized under the Regulated Health Professions Act

• Minimum five 5 years of clinical experience, in occupational health, employee wellness or workplace safety 

• Minimum two (2) years experience in supervisory / consultant role preferred 

• Strong knowledge and experience with the application of all Employment Legislation, Disability Management, and Occupational Health practices 

• Proficiency with Parklane, Electronic Health Records and Microsoft Office Suite

• Excellent communication, leadership and organizational skills 

•  Experience with effective relationship management

•  Experience mentoring and coaching to establish customer service best practices

• Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care

• Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC

• Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC's vision, purpose and values

• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Has your experience been obtained through alternative pathways? LHSC acknowledges that skills, education and lived experience come in many forms and may have been developed differently from those listed in the job posting. Although LHSC has discretion in determining whether a candidate meets the qualifications and licensing requirements, we welcome applications from those with different experiences who may not meet every requirement listed. Tell us your story and apply today with your resume!

Teaching, Learning and Research

London Health Sciences Centre is proudly one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place where they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 2,900 Nursing, Allied Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities.

If interested in this role, please apply with a resume that outlines all current and previous experience relevant to the position.

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect.  LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process.  

Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach.  

Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca.

Immunization Requirements

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires must provide documentation related to LHSC's Health Review requirements. For more information and a detailed list of requirements, please visit Health Review Requirements LHSC. 

Work Permit

Please be advised, if you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit, we recommend reviewing work permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. As per the Government of Canada, LHSC is considered a hospital/healthcare organization, even if an employee is functioning in a non-patient facing role. Individuals on a work or study permit seeking employment in this sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process, including but not limited to a medical exam, which may also apply to employees looking to renew their work permits. It is the employee's accountability to ensure they are adhering to their specific work permit restrictions, and we encourage all candidates and LHSC employees to be proactive and review restrictions as soon as possible as it could be a lengthy process. 

Remote Work

Please note that while this position is primarily remote, work arrangements are subject to change based on organizational needs and may require occasional or future on-site presence.