Job Title: Occupational Health Nurse
Location: Off-site in the Cardiff area
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7.5 hours per day plus 30-minute unpaid lunch.
Annual Leave: 22 days + bank holidays
About Us:
We provide a range of Occupational Health solutions for businesses, helping them to understand and manage health-related challenges and risks to better support their employees. Our experienced clinical team is committed to delivering high-quality services tailored to the unique needs of various sectors.
All of our clinics and mobile units are equipped to deliver health surveillance assessments, fitness for work assessments, and sickness absence consultations.
We have two conveniently located clinics, located in North-West and the South-East of England. We also offer mobile services, using our cutting-edge vans for on-site visits.
Job Description
It is anticipated you will work on-site in the Cardiff area for approximately 2-3 days a week, with the balance of your working week performed remotely or at other client sites. Given that this is a new contract and the scope may evolve, the working pattern will need to remain flexible and the number of onsite and home-working days may vary in line with operational needs.
You’ll work autonomously day to day but never in isolation. You’ll be part of a wider network of clinicians and have access at any time to our in-house GP, Clinical Team Leader and Occupational Health Technicians, all available via group chat or video call for real-time clinical discussions and peer support.
Some limited attendance may occasionally be required at our Warrington or Hemel Hempstead clinics for team-building days, training, or clinical development sessions, all of which are fully paid.
You will work to meet the needs of clients, supporting the delivery of the full Occupational Health remit. Responsible for case management assessments, health surveillance, vaccinations, drug and alcohol screening, DSE assessments, workplace health assessments, delivering wellbeing clinics, medical stock management and implementing and reviewing policies and procedures. Your responsibilities will include:
- Conducting case management assessments, health surveillance, vaccinations, drug and alcohol screening, DSE and workplace health assessments.
- Delivering wellbeing clinics and managing medical stock.
- Ensuring safe storage, rotation and disposals of vaccines and drugs.
- Make professionally appropriate referrals and autonomous decisions for which you will be accountable
- Provide safe, evidence-based, cost-effective, individualised client care
- Implementing and reviewing clinical policies and procedures.
- Promoting health and wellbeing through education and advice.
- Maintaining accurate and confidential clinical records in line with data protection legislation.
- Keep up to date with pertinent health policy and work with the clinic team to consider the impact and strategies for implementation
- Liaise and maintain good working relationships with all members of the clinic team.
- Contributing to clinic and client KPIs and performance goals.
- Attending relevant meetings and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Undertake any other duties as necessary.
Person Specification
- Registered Nurse (NMC)
- Occupational Health qualification (required)
- Minimum 2 years’ Occupational Health experience
- Clinical skills: spirometry, audiometry, HAVS, phlebotomy, and vaccination administration (per Green Book guidance)
- Full, clean UK driving licence
- Confident working independently and travelling to client sites
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
- Willingness to learn, adapt, and contribute to service development
- Understanding of data protection, confidentiality, and clinical governance
Conduct Rules
- Act with integrity
- Exercise due care, skill, and diligence
- Be open and cooperative with regulators
- Treat clients and colleagues fairly
- Observe proper standards of professional conduct
Health & Safety
Ensure your work area and mobile medical unit are maintained to the highest safety standards, reporting any incidents or risks promptly.
Information Security
Comply with data protection and confidentiality requirements, including GDPR and ISO 27001 standards.
Benefits:
- Free eye tests
- Flu jab vouchers
- Company pension
- Computing scheme
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Life assurance
- Staff referral scheme
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Occupational Health Advisor in Cardiff employer: Drs.Direct Ltd
Drs.Direct Ltd is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth within a supportive and flexible work environment. Located in the picturesque Saltburn-by-the-Sea, our team enjoys the benefits of a hybrid working model, allowing for a healthy work-life balance while contributing to meaningful occupational health services. We foster a culture of collaboration and continuous development, ensuring that our employees are equipped with the skills and support they need to thrive in their roles.
