Occupational Health Advisor (RGN/RMN)

Location Isle of Wight
Job type Contract
Salary £35.05 - 35.05 per hour
Consultant Jack Dobrucki
Call +44 7361 589691
Reference 215463

Looking to take your nursing career to new heights? Look no further than Sanctuary Personnel, an esteemed and award-winning recruitment agency. With a TrustPilot score of 4.9/5 and nearly 1000 reviews, we are dedicated to connecting with talented healthcare professionals like you. We have an exciting locum opportunity for an Occupational Health Advisor (RGN/RMN) with UK experience to join our team.

Location: Isle of Wight. There may be occasional site visits here on the Island but the majority of work can be conducted remotely if based off Island. 

Pay rate (Assignment rate): £35.05 per hour

Contract Length: 3-Months

Shift Pattern: We will be looking for a commitment of 1 day per week as a minimum with flexibility and the opportunity to carry out substantially more work as demand for the service increases with upcoming initiatives

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Duties:

  • Assist in the delivery of a high quality, consistent and effective clinical lead occupational health service and island schools
  • Assist in promoting and maintaining a good health & wellbeing climate within the workplace
  • Triage management referrals, scheduling occupational health advisor clinics
  • Manage occupational health referrals, face to face, telephone and paper based
  • Work in partnership with the external Occupational health provider to ensure the effective delivery of the occupational health service
  • Provide advice and guidance to managers on interventions and adjustments to support the management of health conditions within the workplace
  • Provide specialist occupational health advice on general medical matters within the broad sphere of employment including the applicability of the Equality Act
  • Prepare reports and maintain accurate health records as per professional guidelines and policies
  • Attend meetings and case conferences to provide expert advice on occupational health matters
  • Developing health screening programmes
  • Co-ordinate and deliver health surveillance (e.g. audiometry, HAVS, skin surveillance, night workers) and immunisation programmes (e.g. flu vaccinations) within the workplace
  • Design and deliver promotions, presentations and training sessions on employee health and wellbeing, stress awareness and management of sickness absence

Requirements for the Occupational Health Advisor role:

  • Degree/Diploma in occupational health or equivalent recognised qualification
  • Registered Nurse (General or Mental Health) 
  • It would be desirable if candidates held current registration with the Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC), part 1 level 1Occupational Health on part 3 of the NMC
  • Relevant experience of working within an occupational health clinical setting
  • Occupational health case management experience
  • Authoritative knowledge of occupational health policies, procedures and best practice
  • Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills across different audiences
  • Ability to gain respect and confidence of professional and management colleagues
  • Ability to compose clear reports, correspondence and other documentation
  • Excellent attention to detail

Join us in making a difference in the healthcare sector. This Occupational Health Advisor position is advertised by Jack Dobrucki. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, click above to apply now.

We welcome applications from Registered General Nurses who meet the specified requirements. While we regretfully can only respond to candidates who fulfill these criteria, we encourage you to explore our open roles that may be better suited to your skills and aspirations.

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