Occupational Health Clinician

We are looking for an Occupational Health Clinician to cover an assignment with the Ministry of Defence (MoD), at Bulford Occ Health, in Salisbury, Wiltshire. This is a locum role (23 hours per week) and the successful candidate will deliver an exceptional standard of care to the MoD service personnel.

Pay Rate

• PAYE – £24.59 per hour
• Umbrella – £28.28 per hour

Job Description

The Occupational Health Clinician (OHC) will support the delivery of a peripatetic occupational health (OH) service within an area of responsibility, which requires travel between base location and assigned units. The majority clinical activity is delivered face to face in the SP’s workplace / military environment or a clinic setting, therefore often requiring travel.

Manage own clinical caseload and proactively support the service person (SP) through their clinical pathway in accordance to best practice, current legislation and DPHC policy. Support the development of relevant policy and procedures in relation to clinical delivery aligned to national standards and guidelines. Participate in clinical supervision provided by the clinical lead and engage in PADR development alongside the NCCPM and Band 7.

Provide clinical advice and training on the clinical value of OH to other members of the multidisciplinary team, and external agencies / organisations as requested. Provide specialist, person‑centred care which considers safety, privacy and dignity using advanced clinical knowledge. Deliver care for the Defence service population, liaising with the chain of command (CoC), single services (sS) and other specialist Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC) pillars.

May be required to work outside of standard working hours and to support other DPHC sites where there is a business need, within a reasonable travelling distance defined in MoD policy. Be enthusiastic and committed to service delivery and improvement, able to cope well under pressure, flexible, assertive and capable of communicating at all levels. Function as a member of the MDT, while working at a highly autonomous level. Demonstrate effective decision‑making skills and the capacity to plan, organise and designate priorities in the wider arena.

Obligated under law to safeguard confidentiality of personal/medical information and to comply with current legislation; breach may result in disciplinary action. May perform additional duties within the scope of professional practice to facilitate smooth running of the service.

Essential Requirements / Qualifications / Experience

• A Registered Nurse or Occupational Therapist with current registration with the appropriate governing and regulatory body (NMC or HCPC).
• Current and in‑depth clinical and management experience within Occupational Health.
• Evidence of continuous professional development and the practical application of new skills to the workplace.
• Current certificate of Hepatitis B, Rubella, measles, and Varicella immunity.
• Current driving licence. This role is peripatetic and cannot be delivered using public transport.

Benefits

• Attractive rates of pay with weekly payments and choice of payment model.
• A generous “Refer a Friend” bonus scheme.
• Flexibility of long‑and short‑term assignments to suit your availability.
• Free uniforms provided (if required).
• PVG membership (Disclosure Scotland) or an access Northern Ireland certificate is required for this role.
• Free mandatory training.
• Weekly payments.
• An experienced consultant assigned to support you throughout your assignment.
• All job placements are subject to the receipt of satisfactory compliance requirements.
• MMP is unable to sponsor Work Visas. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, such as a valid visa with no restrictions on hours.