Job summary We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Occupational Health team as an OH Technician (Band 3). This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, enhance your skills, and advance your career. This role offers a unique chance to embark on a fulfilling career in Occupational Health, with the potential to progress to a Senior OH Technician role (Band 4) upon completing the Senior HealthCare Worker apprenticeship and OH technician training. We are looking for someone passionate about promoting health, safety, and well-being. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organisational skills, the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, and the capability to work autonomously in a clinic environment. A commitment to personal and professional development is essential. Main duties of the job As an OH Technician, you will play a vital role in supporting the health and well-being of our workforce. Your responsibilities will include pre-placement assessments and screening, supporting health surveillance programs, and contributing to the delivery of an award-winning occupational health service. To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert. About us Our values define who we are as TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues. UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview. Date posted 19 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £29,114 a year Salary is dependant on qualifications Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 153-CO04353 Job locations University Hospitals Dorset Dorset BH15 2JB Job description Job responsibilities To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert. Job description Job responsibilities To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert. Person Specification Qualifications Essential oNVQ 2 or relevant qualification or healthcare related study oGrade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Mathematics or ESFA/Department for Education acceptable equivalent oDemonstrate a commitment to completing the Apprenticeship program and OH Specific Technician training Experience Essential oExperience working in a healthcare environment Desirable oExperience working in GP practice, clinic environments, out-patients departments Knowledge Essential oA good understanding of Occupational Health and the role of an OH Technician. oUp-to-date knowledge and skills to perform health surveillance tasks and a willingness to undertake additional training as required. Desirable oKnowledge of HSE requirements for health surveillance oKnowledge of working in a healthcare setting Requirement Essential oDriver and access to car to enable travel between sites and to external private contract premises. oMust be eligible for the Apprenticeship Scheme Person Specification Qualifications Essential oNVQ 2 or relevant qualification or healthcare related study oGrade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Mathematics or ESFA/Department for Education acceptable equivalent oDemonstrate a commitment to completing the Apprenticeship program and OH Specific Technician training Experience Essential oExperience working in a healthcare environment Desirable oExperience working in GP practice, clinic environments, out-patients departments Knowledge Essential oA good understanding of Occupational Health and the role of an OH Technician. oUp-to-date knowledge and skills to perform health surveillance tasks and a willingness to undertake additional training as required. Desirable oKnowledge of HSE requirements for health surveillance oKnowledge of working in a healthcare setting Requirement Essential oDriver and access to car to enable travel between sites and to external private contract premises. oMust be eligible for the Apprenticeship Scheme 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 University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust Address University Hospitals Dorset Dorset BH15 2JB Employer's website https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)