Greater Manchester Police, Occupational Health Physician

www.som.org.uk - Jobboard; Prestwich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading police organization in the UK is seeking a part-time Occupational Health Physician to support their Occupational Health and Wellbeing Service team. The role involves providing advice to first line managers and senior leaders regarding staff health and well-being. Candidates must be a registered medical practitioner with substantial experience in occupational medicine. This position offers the opportunity to join a diverse workforce at a pivotal time of change.

Qualifications

• Registered Medical Practitioner with valid GMC registration.
• Minimum of five years post-registration experience in occupational health.
• Experienced in providing advice on rehabilitation and reasonable adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely advice to first line managers and senior leaders.
• Support multidisciplinary team within the OHWS.
• Manage cases of officers absent due to sickness.

Skills

Occupational medicine

Interpersonal skills

Medico-legal knowledge

Experience in public/private sectors

Relationship building

Education

Medical qualification recognized by the BMA Occupational Health Committee (AFOM/MFOM)

Job description

Are you passionate about promoting health and well-being in the workplace? Do you have a keen interest in supporting the dedicated individuals who serve and protect our communities? If so, Greater Manchester Police (GMP) has an exciting opportunity for you.

GMP is one of the biggest police forces in the UK, with approximately 12,000 officers and staff, working across the organisation, which means that working as part of the force’sOccupational Health and Wellbeing Service teamwill provide individuals with a challenging and rewarding opportunity. GMP are committed to ensure that the make-up of their workforce is reflective of the communities they serve, and they recognise that having a diverse workforce makes them more approachable and relevant to the public. If successful, applicants will be joining the organisation at an exciting time with many changes taking place across the force.

Overview

GMP has an opportunity for a part-time Occupational Health Physician to join the team, who will play a pivotal role in supporting the OHWS services ensuring first line managers and senior leaders receive accurate, comprehensive and timely advice in respect of officers and staff who are either absent through sickness or in a restricted duties role. The post will be based within the OHWS Unit at Sedgley Park Training Centre, M25 0JT.

It is essential that the successful candidate is aRegistered Medical Practitionerand has a medical qualification recognised by the BMA Occupational Health Committee (AFOM/MFOM) and hold a valid GMC registration. You will be experienced in providing occupational health in public or private sectors and have a minimum of five years post registration experience. This role requires you to be experienced in occupational medicine, offering advice on reasonable adjustments, rehabilitation and Ill health retirement. You will be expected to have knowledge of medico-legal issues, inspire and support and multidisciplinary teamand the ability to display strong interpersonal skills including motivational, negotiating, relationship building and influencing skills.

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The closing date for this role is Tuesday 16th September.