At a Glance
- Tasks: Travel around Cambridge delivering health services and supporting wellbeing initiatives.
- Company: Leading Occupational Health provider with a focus on workplace health.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme, life assurance, and 25 days annual leave.
- Other info: Structured training programme and excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience while travelling and making a difference in people's health.
- Qualifications: Experience in healthcare roles and a full UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 27000 £ per year.
OH Medical is currently recruiting for a Peripatetic Occupational Health Technician to join a leading Occupational Health provider delivering workplace health and wellbeing services across multiple industries. This is an excellent opportunity for an Occupational Health Technician or healthcare professional looking to develop a long‑term career within Occupational Health while working in a varied, hands‑on and travel‑based role.
The successful Occupational Health Technician will travel around the Cambridge area to client sites including occasional nationwide travel across the UK, operating a Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) and delivering health surveillance and workplace wellbeing services directly on‑site.
The Role - Occupational Health Technician
As a Peripatetic Occupational Health Technician, you will support the delivery of Occupational Health services across a range of client locations throughout the UK. The role will include:
- Health surveillance including audiometry and spirometry
- Baseline health screening including blood pressure, height, weight and urinalysis
- Recording and maintaining accurate Occupational Health records
- Supporting Occupational Health Nurses and Physicians with clinical data collection
- Equipment checks, maintenance and calibration support
- Delivering health promotion and wellbeing initiatives
- Driving and operating a Mobile Medical Unit (MMU)
- Frequent travel and overnight stays during the working week
This Occupational Health Technician role offers a great mix of independence, travel and clinical exposure within a supportive Occupational Health team.
Occupational Health Technician Requirements
Applications are welcomed from candidates with experience as:
- Occupational Health Technician
- Hospital Healthcare Assistant (HCA)
- Emergency Care Assistant (ECA)
- Ambulance Technician
- Emergency Care Technician (ECT)
- Army Medic or Military Medic
- Healthcare Assistant
- Sports Science Graduate
To be considered, you will also need:
- A full UK manual driving licence held for a minimum of 12 months
- Confidence travelling nationwide and staying away during the week
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- A professional and approachable manner
- Good understanding of GDPR and confidential medical records
- The ability to work independently and manage your own workload
Training & Development
Full training and ongoing support will be provided through a structured 3‑week induction and training programme.
Travel & Accommodation
This is a peripatetic Occupational Health Technician role involving extensive travel and regular overnight stays. To support work‑life balance, you will receive:
- Diary visibility up to 6 weeks in advance
- Weekly subsistence reimbursement for overnight stays
- Access to Premier Inn booking facilities
- Fuel card provided
- Company vehicle once available
You must be able to safely park a Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) at or near your home address overnight.
Salary & Benefits
£25,000 - £27,000 depending on experience
- Contributory pension scheme up to 6%
- Life assurance
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Additional birthday day off
- Discounted gym membership
- Health cashback plan
- Ongoing Occupational Health training and career development
Location
This Occupational Health Technician role will include regional travel throughout Cambridgeshire, with occasional nationwide travel required.
Peripatetic Occupational Health Technician (Cambridge) employer: OH Medical Recruitment Ltd.
At OH Medical, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the growth and wellbeing of our employees. As a Peripatetic Occupational Health Technician, you will enjoy a dynamic work culture that promotes independence and hands-on experience while travelling across the beautiful Cambridge area and beyond. With comprehensive training, generous benefits including a contributory pension scheme, and a supportive team environment, we are committed to helping you build a rewarding career in Occupational Health.
Contact Details:
OH Medical Recruitment Ltd. Recruitment Team
