LW261609 - Occupational Health Advisor

NHS Grampian; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Grampian GO Health Services is seeking a Band 6 Occupational Health Advisor for a full-time, permanent role based in Aberdeen. The post involves completing around five management referral assessments daily, with opportunities to lead a small nursing team and travel to Grampian clinic sites.

Applicants should have a recognised Occupational Health Nursing qualification, at least two years’ OH experience, NHS experience, and strong communication, organisational and assessment skills.

Qualifications

• A recognised qualification in Occupational Health Nursing.
• A minimum of 2 years’ Occupational Health experience.
• Experience of working within the NHS.
• Excellent communication, organisational and clinical assessment skills.
• Evidence of leadership skills would be advantageous.
• A driving licence and a willingness to travel.
• Candidates nearing completion of their Occupational Health qualification are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Complete approximately five management referral assessments per day.
• Maintain high standards of clinical practice and customer service.
• Lead a small nursing team within this role.
• Travel to other clinic sites within Grampian.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Clinical assessment

Leadership skills

Driving licence

Willingness to travel

Education

Occupational Health Nursing qualification

Job description

NHS Grampian GO Health Services Occupational Health Advisor Band 6, 36 hours, Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Occupational Health Advisor to join the NHS Grampian Occupational Health Service on a full time permanent basis.

The Occupational Health Service provides comprehensive occupational health support to NHS Grampian employees and a range of external contracts. We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic practitioner who can contribute to delivering a high-quality, professional service.

About The Role

This is a permanent position within the Occupational Health Service. The successful candidate will be expected to complete approximately five management referral assessments per day while maintaining high standards of clinical practice and customer service. There will also be an opportunity to lead a small nursing team within this role and travel to other clinic sites within Grampian.

About You

Applicants should ideally have:

• A recognised qualification in Occupational Health Nursing.
• A minimum of 2 years’ Occupational Health experience.
• Experience of working within the NHS.
• Excellent communication, organisational and clinical assessment skills.
• Evidence of leadership skills would be advantageous.
• A driving licence and a willingness to travel.

We also welcome applications from candidates who are nearing completion of their Occupational Health qualification and can demonstrate relevant Occupational Health experience.

Informal Enquiries

For Further Information, Please Contact

[e-mail]

01224 553663

Additional Information For Candidates

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Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the interview in person. Alternative arrangements or adjustments will be considered in the event there are circumstances that may prevent candidates attending in person to ensure it is inclusive and accessible to all.

• Please note - If this post operates within Aberdeen City Low Emission Zone, you will be responsible for all costs associated with entering.

NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.

As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.