The Newly Created Occupational and Environmental Health Center of RI is a non-profit independent resource center that is committed to improving the practice of occupational and environmental health through information sharing and collaborative research.
Overview
Our Purpose is to respond to union and employer health requirements and initiatives to create an occupational health collaboration that meets the unique needs of workers and union members, union stakeholders, health care providers, and insurers by improving worker health, reducing the level of illness and injury, and decreasing the burden of disability.
Clinical Goals
- To provide timely medical treatment for work related illnesses and injuries.
- To monitor medical treatment for work related illnesses and injuries and assist employees with return to work.
- To educate, create awareness and help prevent worker injuries while delivering the highest level of service.
- To monitor and immunize employees regarding infectious disease.
- Create a safe working environment for all unions and employers throughout the state of Rhode Island.
Our Vision
Our vision is to provide a reliable and consistent "Center of Excellence" Occupation Health Center for unions and organizations throughout the state of Rhode Island.
Our Values
- To be compassionate, respectful, and professional in the way we deliver care.
- To be relentless in pursuing continuous quality improvement and emphasizing the power of teamwork.
- To continue to be an advocate for our employee's health and well being.
- To service all employees without regard to sex, race, creed, residence, national origin, sexual orientation, or ability to pay.
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