About this role
Job summary
Occupational Health AdvisorLocation: Derby, Roundhouse with occasional travel to DHU sites including Oldbury, Chesterfield and Leicester.Working Pattern: Part time 30 hours per weekSalary: £38,383 - £46,221 per annum, pro rata
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Occupational Health Advisor to join DHU Healthcare, supporting the delivery of a high-quality, evidence-based Occupational Health service across the organisation.
This is a key role where you will help protect and promote the health, wellbeing and safety of our colleagues, while providing clear, professional advice that supports safe and effective working. You will have a particular focus on fitness-for-work assessments, helping managers and colleagues navigate health-related workplace matters with compassion, confidence and professionalism.
At DHU Healthcare, we are a team driven by compassion, respect and encouragement, where contributions are valued and every voice is heard. Together, we make a meaningful impact for our colleagues, patients and communities.
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For you, benefits that work.
Well support your health, happiness and future with benefits that put you first:
Access to the NHS pension schemeWellbeing supportFlexible working optionsCareer growth and development opportunities
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At DHU Healthcare, we support your growth at every stage of your career. With clear career paths, tailored training and the DHU Academy, youll have the tools and encouragement to explore new skills and opportunities, take the next step and make an impact.
From leadership programmes and apprenticeships to essential role-specific training, development is part of how we work and shape healthcare together.
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Job description Job responsibilities
As an Occupational Health Advisor, you will provide independent, evidence-based advice following management referrals, undertake pre-placement health assessments, assess fitness for work, and support safety-critical, driver and night worker medicals in line with relevant guidance and organisational policy.
You will work closely with managers, HR, Health and Safety colleagues and external professionals, preparing clear and objective Occupational Health reports that support employees and help the organisation make informed decisions.
This is an excellent opportunity for a registered nurse with Occupational Health or case management experience to develop within a supportive organisation that values wellbeing, quality, professionalism and continuous improvement.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
As an Occupational Health Advisor, you will: Be a Registered Nurse with NMC registration Have experience in Occupational Health and/or case management Provide independent, evidence-based fitness-for-work advice Undertake pre-placement health assessments and assess fitness for work Recommend reasonable adjustments, phased returns and rehabilitation support Maintain accurate, confidential clinical records in line with GDPR, NMC standards and service policies Prepare clear, objective Occupational Health reports for managers and stakeholders Work collaboratively with HR, line managers, Health and Safety colleagues and external professionals Support the review and development of Occupational Health procedures, protocols, audit and quality improvement activity Contribute to workplace wellbeing and health promotion initiatives Be confident using electronic systems and working independently in a mainly home-based role
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name DHU Healthcare
Address DHU Healthcare, No2 Roundhouse Road
Derby
Derbyshire
DE24 8JE
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://www.dhuhealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)