Occupational Tester (RN, RPN, KIN, OT)

Job Description – Occupational Tester (RN, RPN, KIN, OT) in Sault Ste. Marie, ON

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $25.00-$50.00 per hour

Schedule:

• As per scheduled for appointment (weekends & weekdays, possible on-call opportunities & Shift work)
  Application question(s):
• Willing to commute to to client sites to provide testing required
• Reliable vehicle, valid insurance and driver license

Education:

• DCS / DEC (preferred)
  Licence/Certification:
• LPN/RPN/RN (preferred)
  Willingness to travel:
• 25% (preferred)
  Work Location: In person

Job description
Company Information

NorthStream Safety & Rehab is dedicated to creating safer, stronger workforces through a comprehensive range of services. Established in 2016, we are a proud woman-owned business based in Northern Ontario, serving clients across North America. Our services include occupational and medical assessments, pre-employment evaluations, and comprehensive drug and alcohol programs, including policies, training, and testing. Our mission is to reduce the risk of impairment and workplace injuries by providing expert guidance, accelerated results, and tailored programs while fostering collaboration and trust within our clients.

Summary of Position

Reporting to the Regional Manager, the Occupational Tester is a casual position that is responsible for administering various pre and post-offer employment tests that are required by their assigned client. The casual Occupational Testers are employed remotely as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Drug & Alcohol testing and response for NorthStream clients in the region, if licensed LPN/RPN/RN/OT/PA/KIN other tasks could include: Audiometry, Spirometry, medical exams, fitness exams, drug and alcohol testing and other required tests.
• Collaborate with Nurse Administrators as required to ensure job completion as per applicable regulations, guidelines, procedures, or policies.
• Adhere to proper guidelines of health & safety, prevention of infection and control.
• Receive and organize schedules for client’s workplace testing.
• Keep track of all client contractor employees that are tested using an Excel spreadsheet.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required such as on-call responsibilities.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Demonstrated clinical competence and transferable work experience.
• Previous experience working in an outpatient clinic setting/ambulatory care environment is preferred.
• Familiarity with office software including Microsoft Word and Excel; experience using Veriport and Jane would be an asset.
• Current BLS/CPR Certificate.
• Training provided by the Company:
  o Breath Alcohol Technician certification.
  o Audiometry certification.
  o Spirometry certification.
  o Other certifications as required.
• Excellent physical assessment skills, critical thinking skills and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with diverse population groups.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and uphold a high level of discretion.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines on multiple tasks.
• Flexibility and good change management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within an interprofessional team, as well as independently.
• Excellent customer service skills, optimistic attitude and the ability to contribute to a positive and encouraging workplace culture.
  This position plays a critical role in practices advocating for safety and demonstrating principles, practices, and processes that will optimize a safe environment for all.
  NorthStream will work with all staff to ensure they are set up to succeed and provide appropriate guidance and training to ensure the quality of work and professionalism in the workplace to better serve our clients and our team.

Interested candidates are to submit a resume to info@nssr.ca references: SSM-Casual Occupational Tester.

Submit by: March 28, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. eastern standard time zone.