Immunization Program
The ÇÑ×ÓÎÛÎÛÊÓƵ offers an immunization program that is managed through Occupational Health. Our team will assist employees with identifying appropriate immunization status for their biological exposure risk.
​​​​​​​Key Elements of the Immunization Program
- Help employees keep track of records of immunizations
- Ensure immunization status is kept up to date
- Administer vaccinations if needed
Getting Started
Faculty, staff, and students at the the ÇÑ×ÓÎÛÎÛÊÓƵ experience a wide range of occupational risk factors for vaccine preventable illness.
Complete and submit the Faculty of Nursing immunization worksheet to Occupational Health.
Public Health Agency of Canada and Alberta Health Services have laid out a specified list of vaccination recommendations for health care workers due to their exposure risk. Healthcare workers are at risk of exposure to communicable diseases because of their contact with patients/clients, or their environment. There is also a risk that healthcare workers could transmit an undiagnosed vaccine-preventable disease to others. Healthcare workers require assessment of immunization status, completion of routinely recommended vaccine series, and booster doses as necessary. For more information:
Workers with occupational exposure to animals or materials from animals may be at higher risk of exposure to diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans. The Public Health Agency of Canada has suggested that workers with these exposure risks obtain standard vaccinations to prevent these diseases.
- Complete and submit the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine immunization worksheet to the Occupational Health Nurse.
- Submit Hazard Assessment and Control Form (HACF) to Occupational Health Nurse.
For more information about immunizations, review the PHAC resource below.
Supervisor Approval and Costs
Vaccines for students, faculty, and staff required due to occupational risk factors will likely be eligible for provincial funding. If a desired vaccine is not eligible, there may be a charge. Supervisors must complete the Authorization and Interdepartmental Funds Transfer form in order to authorize potential costs.
Vaccines
- No fee for eligible vaccines.
- Cost recovery fee for ineligible vaccines.
Serology
- $20-$100
Immunization Service
- No fee
*Any of the above prices may be subject to change. Questions pertaining to potential costs for immunization service should be directed to the Occupational Health Nurse.
Appointment Booking and Follow-up
Book Your Appointment
- Contact the Occupational Health Nurse to book an appointment
- Complete this at least three days prior to your immunization appointment
On the Day of Your Appointment
- Wear a shirt that allows access to your upper arms/shoulders
- Bring your provincial health care number
- Be prepared to stay fifteen minutes after vaccination
Appointment Records and Follow Up
You will receive a record of vaccination and any other testing performed. A notice of occupational health assessment and clearance letter may be provided to an employee and supervisor at request. This letter will not contain any employee health information.
Immunization and testing recalls are managed through Occupational Health. You will be made aware of any follow-up requirements at the time of your appointment. It is the participant’s responsibility to complete any recommended follow-up action.