Occupational Health Technician

Career Guide
An Occupational Health Technician supports workplace health and safety by running basic health screenings, helping with injury care, and keeping accurate medical and compliance records. The role is common in manufacturing, logistics, construction, and onsite health clinics, where fast response and careful documentation are essential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct health screenings such as hearing tests
  • Conduct lung function tests
  • Conduct vision screening
  • Measure vital signs
  • Support onsite first aid for minor injuries
  • Assist with drug and alcohol testing
  • Collect specimens following safe handling procedures
  • Document injuries and exposures
  • Maintain confidential medical records
  • Schedule employee health appointments
  • Prepare employees for medical exams
  • Calibrate and check screening equipment
  • Stock and track medical supplies
  • Support return to work coordination
  • Help deliver basic safety and health education
  • Follow infection control practices
  • Report trends to the clinical or safety lead
  • Coordinate referrals to external clinics when needed

Top Skills for Success

Attention to Detail
Communication
Empathy
Time Management
Confidentiality
Record Keeping
Customer Service
Basic Clinical Skills
Vital Signs Measurement
First Aid
CPR
Specimen Collection
Hearing Testing
Lung Function Testing
Vision Screening
Infection Control
Medical Documentation
Workplace Safety Regulations
Equipment Calibration

Career Progression

Can Lead To
Senior Occupational Health Technician
Occupational Health Lead
Onsite Clinic Supervisor
Safety Coordinator
Workers Compensation Coordinator
Transition Opportunities
Occupational Health Nurse
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
Industrial Hygiene Technician
Case Manager
Ergonomics Specialist

Common Skill Gaps

Often Missing Skills
Incident InvestigationErgonomics BasicsReturn to Work CoordinationRegulatory DocumentationData ReportingEquipment Troubleshooting
Development SuggestionsAsk to shadow the safety team and the onsite clinician to learn incident workflows and return to work steps. Build comfort with simple reporting using spreadsheets, and practice writing clear, factual incident notes. Seek training in ergonomics and keep a checklist for equipment setup, daily checks, and calibration routines.

Salary & Demand

Median Salary Range
Entry LevelUSD 40,000 to 55,000
Mid LevelUSD 55,000 to 75,000
Senior LevelUSD 75,000 to 95,000
Growth Trend
Steady demand driven by workplace safety requirements, increased focus on injury prevention, and expansion of onsite health services in large employers.

Companies Hiring

Major Employers
ConcentraPremise HealthAmazonTeslaBoeingExxonMobilChevronFedExUPSJohnson Controls
Industry Sectors
ManufacturingWarehousingLogisticsTransportationConstructionOil and GasUtilitiesPharmaceuticalsGovernmentOnsite Health Clinics

Recommended Next Steps

1
Earn CPR certification
2
Earn First Aid certification
3
Complete lung function testing training
4
Complete hearing testing training
5
Practice consistent medical documentation
6
Build a simple weekly report of screening volume and common findings
7
Create a checklist for equipment checks and supply restocking
8
Review core workplace safety regulations relevant to your site
9
Update your resume with screening types, equipment used, and documentation volume
10
Prepare interview examples showing calm response during an onsite injury situation