As part of the Trust's approach to staff health and wellbeing, we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Senior Occupational Health Advisor Nurse to work in the Occupational Health Department at Wexham Park Hospital within Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust.
The Occupational Health service for Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust operates on two sites, (Frimley Park Hospital and Wexham Park Hospital) and we now have an opportunity for an experienced Senior Occupational Health Advisor to join the existing clinical team based on our Slough Hospital site, however, some occasional travel across sites may be required.
To apply for the post you must hold a specialist qualification in Occupational Health to degree level, ideally on part 3 of the NMC register and have at least significant experience within Occupational health ideally within the NHS.
Main duties of the job
You will possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, be highly motivated and have the ability to work independently and to supervise and mentor junior members of the team.
The post offers diversity and an opportunity to gain Occupational Health management experience within the department.
About us
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.
Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.
We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Essential
* Significant experience practising as Occupational Health Advisor
* Qualification in Occupational Health
Qualifications
Essential
* NMC Registered
* OH Degree/Diploma
* Previous NHS Experience
Desirable
* Registered SCPHN
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
* Awareness of OH and H& S Legislation /Directives
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Excellent organisational skills
* IT literature/ working knowledge of Microsoft 365
Desirable
* Ability to manage Independent case load
Experience
Essential
* Phlebotomy proficient
* Experience in administering vaccinations as per schedule
* Understands UKAP Requirements for EPP workers
* Report writing following management referrals
* Experience in work health assessments both pre/during employment
Desirable
* Previous NHS occupational health experience
Employer details
Employer name
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Wexham Park Hospital
Wexham Road
Slough
SL2 4HL
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