About AOHP

AOHP, the Association of Occupational Health Professionals in Healthcare, is dedicated to the health, safety and well-being of healthcare workers. AOHP is the only national professional organization with the exclusive mission of addressing the needs and concerns of occupational health professionals in healthcare settings.

Occupational health nurses/professionals take responsibility for employee care. They have a responsibility to advocate for organizational policies that help to recognize occupational hazards and advocate for new and safe technologies. Over 1,000 occupational health nurses, nurse practitioners, physicians and physician assistants belong to AOHP, the single best resource for addressing the unique issues of occupational health.

Vision
AOHP will be internationally recognized as the leading resource provider for the occupational health professional in healthcare.

Mission
AOHP will provide essential tools that empower members to ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of healthcare workers.

Advocating for employee health and safety
Occupational health education and networking opportunities
Health and safety advancement through best practice and research
Partnering with employers, regulatory agencies and related associations

Role in Healthcare

Founded in 1981, AOHP is the only national professional organization that exclusively addresses the needs and concerns of the occupational professional in health care. AOHP is recognized as the definitive resource for issues related to employees in the healthcare setting. Through conferences, continuing education, publications, and legislative advocacy, AOHP keeps its members updated and involved.

JOIN AOHPIf you are not a member, the non-member main conference registration fee will include 2020 AOHP membership. The membership year is March 1, 2020 through February 28, 2021. Please complete the enclosed Membership Application and return it along with your Registration Form. Your membership will be activated by December 1, 2019, providing you with an additional three free months of membership.

As an AOHP member, you will enjoy the following benefits:
·          A subscription to the Journal of the Association of Occupational Health Professionals in Healthcare, AOHP’s quarterly publication.
·          A subscription to the quarterly e-newsletter Making a Difference…
·          A subscription to the monthly AOHP e-Bytes.
·          A subscription to the AOHP Listserv.
·          AOHP Insights.
·          Networking and educational opportunities sponsored by regional and local affiliates.
·          Continuing education opportunities through local chapters and annual conference events.
·          Leadership opportunities on chapter and national levels.
·          Government affairs updates.
·          Access to employment opportunities on a national level.
·          Reduced member rate on AOHP education programs and publications.
·          Free live webinars.

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