WHAT IS AN OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SPECIALIST:

Occupational Health Specialists have extensive knowledge of potential hazards that exist in the workplace, and how to prevent or treat resulting injuries and illness. They are advocates for workers, and have extensive knowledge of provincial laws, as they apply to the workplace and illness and injury.

WHAT DO OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SPECIALISTS DO:

An Occupational Health Specialist will focus on the prevention and management of workplace illnesses, injuries and disabilities. They promote health and safety in the workplace, and encourage a safe and timely return to work. They are also able to provide a certificate of fitness for the workplace, if your employer or potential employer requires one.

ABOUT OUR OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SERVICES

Medicentres Occupational Health Services has four locations in Western Canada (Saskatoon, Regina, Calgary, and Edmonton), as well as over 200 network partner clinics to serve our clients Canada-wide.  We bring more than 25 years of experience in Occupational Health, and our team holds expertise and local knowledge in occupational health services to bear for public and private sector clients across Canada.  Our core services include, but are not limited to: 

• Drug & Alcohol Testing 
• Pre-Employment & Periodic Medical Testing 
• Audiometric Testing & Hearing Conservation 
• Respirator Fitness Programs 
• Training Programs and Courses 
• Wellness Initiatives 
• Workplace Immunization Programs 

We offer 24/7 emergency drug and alcohol testing services, as well as onsite and mobile testing services. 

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SURVEILLANCE

Medicentres Occupational Health Services offers services built on industry-leading standards and years of experience to organizations on a national level.  Our team specializes in drug and alcohol testing and health surveillance programs such as: 

• Post-Offer, Pre-Placement, and Periodic Medical Assessments
• Designated Substance Medical Surveillance
• Audiometric Testing & Hearing Conservation Programs
• Pulmonary Function Testing & Respirator Clearance Programs
• Workplace Immunization Programs
• Wellness Initiatives & Biometric Screening