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Occupational Health Practitioner

Location
Worksop, Nottinghamshire
Salary
£36,406
Job Type
Permanent
Posted
17 Sep 2024

Job Title: Occupational Health Practitioner
Type of Business: Education
Location: Worksop
Start Date: ASAP
Annual Salary 36,406 (FTE)
Hours: 22.5

GI Group are now seeking to appoint an Occupational Health Practitioner to our client based in Worksop. The Occupational Health Practitioner will promote and support the Health & Wellbeing of our client's employees. They will provide occupational health surveillance, health screening and health promotion advice and guidance.

Main Duties of the Occupational Health Practitioner:

  • Review pre-employment questionnaires, identifying and conducting any assessment to ensure fitness for work. Liaising with Health & Safety team, Managers and HR to ensure any reasonable adjustments are in place as required.
  • Assess referrals to the OH service and providing advice and guidance to maintain a physically and mentally fit workforce.
  • Work with the HR Officers in supporting staff returning to work following a period of absence, providing medical advice and guidance on any adjustments required.
  • Organise and conduct appropriate health surveillance assessments in conjunction with Health & Safety requirements for specialist curriculum areas, liaising with external agencies as required.
  • Identify any health trends within the organisation and determine any preventative initiatives or actions to prevent ill health and absence via health screening, health clinics or other health initiatives.
  • Lead and/or participate in groups that support the promotion of Health & Wellbeing of staff including Mental Health First Aiders.
  • Work with the Health & safety Team to improve the provision of First Aid, in addition to increasing the skills and confidence of appointed First Aiders.
  • Organise, promote and deliver an annual Flu vaccination drive and any other immunisation service that may be required in response to a health need.
  • Organise and maintain information on external support agencies/services in order to refer staff for specialist support not available within the organisation.
  • Refer staff for external services as required, ensuring financial regulations are met.
  • Lead on initiatives and strategies relating to staff health promotion and health education.
  • Work with the HR Team Lead to put together an annual plan of Health and Wellbeing Promotions and Initiatives.

Role Requirements:

  • Experience in an Occupational Health position outside of a hospital environment
  • Experience in a medical role
  • Recognised Occupational Health qualification
  • Registered Nursing qualification
  • Knowledge of current Occupational Health best practice
  • Ability to demonstrate flexibility and team working
  • Ability to work in an organised and methodical manner

Benefits:

  • Generous Holiday Entitlement Including an extra Health and Wellbeing Day and a discretionary Christmas closure period on top of the annual holiday entitlement.
  • Hybrid Working- A hybrid working model which continues to grow and adjust to the shared needs of the organisation and our workforce.
  • A generous Workplace Pension Scheme.
  • In-House Occupational Health Service and Mental Health First Aiders to support you whenever you need it.
  • Free eye tests.
  • A Free Will Writing Service.
  • Access to a Westfield Health Scheme.
  • Access to gyms and/or fitness suites across each of the campuses.
  • Costco Membership.
  • Long Service awards.
  • SmartHive Benefits Platform including a Retail discount scheme, Gym Discounts, Employee Assistance Programme and Health & Wellbeing Support, Investment Opportunities.
  • Cycle scheme which can save you up to 40% of purchasing equipment and accessories.
  • A bonus payment of 200 when you introduce a friend or family member to the Group.



Hiring Contact: Laura Vieira
Agency: GI Group

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Details

  • Job Reference: 1447748935-2
  • Date Posted: 17 September 2024
  • Recruiter: Gi Group
  • Location: Worksop, Nottinghamshire
  • Salary: £36,406
  • Sector: Healthcare & Medical
  • Job Type: Permanent