Occupational Health Advisor

Drs Direct Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free eye tests

Flu jab vouchers

Company pension

Computing scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Life assurance

Staff referral scheme

Job summary

Drs Direct Ltd in the Cardiff area is seeking an experienced Occupational Health Nurse to deliver health surveillance, vaccinations, and case management across client sites. The role combines on-site work in Cardiff with remote days, and includes access to our in-house GP, Clinical Team Leader and OH Technicians for real-time support.

Applicants must be an NMC registered nurse with an occupational health qualification and a minimum of two years’ OH experience; a full UK driving licence is

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (NMC) with occupational health credential.
• Occupational Health qualification required.
• Minimum 2 years’ Occupational Health experience.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to travel to client sites and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct case management, health surveillance and vaccination programs.
• Deliver wellbeing clinics and manage medical stock.
• Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs.
• Provide evidence-based, client-focused care and make appropriate referrals.
• Implement and review clinical policies and procedures; support policy compliance.
• Maintain confidential clinical records in line with data protection laws.
• Collaborate with clinic team and external stakeholders; contribute to KPIs.

Skills

Spirometry

Audiometry

HAVS

Phlebotomy

Vaccination

Education

NMC Registered Nurse

Occupational Health qualification

Tools

Driving licence

Job description

Job Title: Occupational Health Nurse

Location: Off-site in the Cardiff area

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7.5 hours per day plus 30-minute unpaid lunch.

Annual Leave: 22 days + bank holidays

About Us:

We provide a range of Occupational Health solutions for businesses, helping them to understand and manage health-related challenges and risks to better support their employees. Our experienced clinical team is committed to delivering high-quality services tailored to the unique needs of various sectors.

All of our clinics and mobile units are equipped to deliver health surveillance assessments, fitness for work assessments, and sickness absence consultations.

We have two conveniently located clinics, located in North-West and the South-East of England. We also offer mobile services, using our cutting-edge vans for on-site visits.

Job Description

It is anticipated you will work on-site in the Cardiff area for approximately 2-3 days a week, with the balance of your working week performed remotely or at other client sites. Given that this is a new contract and the scope may evolve, the working pattern will need to remain flexible and the number of onsite and home-working days may vary in line with operational needs.

You’ll work autonomously day to day but never in isolation. You’ll be part of a wider network of clinicians and have access at any time to our in-house GP, Clinical Team Leader and Occupational Health Technicians, all available via group chat or video call for real-time clinical discussions and peer support.

Some limited attendance may occasionally be required at our Warrington or Hemel Hempstead clinics for team-building days, training, or clinical development sessions, all of which are fully paid.

You will work to meet the needs of clients, supporting the delivery of the full Occupational Health remit. Responsible for case management assessments, health surveillance, vaccinations, drug and alcohol screening, DSE assessments, workplace health assessments, delivering wellbeing clinics, medical stock management and implementing and reviewing policies and procedures. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting case management assessments, health surveillance, vaccinations, drug and alcohol screening, DSE and workplace health assessments.
• Delivering wellbeing clinics and managing medical stock.
• Ensuring safe storage, rotation and disposals of vaccines and drugs.
• Make professionally appropriate referrals and autonomous decisions for which you will be accountable
• Provide safe, evidence-based, cost-effective, individualised client care
• Implementing and reviewing clinical policies and procedures.
• Promoting health and wellbeing through education and advice.
• Maintaining accurate and confidential clinical records in line with data protection legislation.
• Keep up to date with pertinent health policy and work with the clinic team to consider the impact and strategies for implementation
• Liaise and maintain good working relationships with all members of the clinic team.
• Contributing to clinic and client KPIs and performance goals.
• Attending relevant meetings and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Undertake any other duties as necessary.

Person Specification

• Registered Nurse (NMC)
• Occupational Health qualification (required)
• Minimum 2 years’ Occupational Health experience
• Clinical skills: spirometry, audiometry, HAVS, phlebotomy, and vaccination administration (per Green Book guidance)
• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Confident working independently and travelling to client sites
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and contribute to service development
• Understanding of data protection, confidentiality, and clinical governance

Conduct Rules

• Act with integrity
• Exercise due care, skill, and diligence
• Be open and cooperative with regulators
• Treat clients and colleagues fairly
• Observe proper standards of professional conduct

Health & Safety

Ensure your work area and mobile medical unit are maintained to the highest safety standards, reporting any incidents or risks promptly.

Information Security

Comply with data protection and confidentiality requirements, including GDPR and ISO 27001 standards.

Benefits:

• Free eye tests
• Flu jab vouchers
• Company pension
• Computing scheme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Life assurance
• Staff referral scheme