Occupational Health Advisor

Milton Keynes University Hospital; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in Milton Keynes is seeking an Occupational Health Advisor. The role involves providing high-quality occupational health services to staff, conducting health assessments, and promoting wellbeing initiatives. Ideal candidates should possess strong clinical and communication skills, along with relevant qualifications. The organization offers attractive benefits, including flexible working options and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Free refreshments

Great flexible working opportunities

Discounted gym membership

Lease car scheme

Generous annual leave and pension scheme

On-site nursery (chargeable)

Extensive staff health and wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Occupational Health.
• Ability to provide confidential services.
• Experience with health surveillance and fitness assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational health clinics with designated caseload.
• Conduct pre-employment health assessments.
• Promote workplace health and wellbeing initiatives.

Skills

Excellent clinical skills

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of Occupational Health

Ability to work independently

Experience in multi-disciplinary teams

Education

Relevant Occupational Health qualification

Job description

Job overview

Occupational Health Advisor

Department Staff Health & Wellbeing

Band 6 £38, - £46, per annum

Hours 37.5hrs per week. All MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

Are you ready to embark on an incredible career opportunity at Milton Keynes University Hospital (MKUH)? Are you looking to take the next step and develop your skills? Do you have excellent clinical and communication skills and have a real passion about delivering high-quality Occupational Health and Wellbeing services. If so, this role is perfect for you!

An exciting opportunity has arisen for two experienced, enthusiastic and innovative Occupational Health Advisors to support the Staff Health and Wellbeing team with the co‑ordination, provision and delivery of an effective high quality Occupational Health and Wellbeing services to our staff. As an Occupational Health Nurse Advisor, you will provide specialist guidance and support to managers and staff in accordance with national legislation and local policies and procedures.

You will be required to work independently but also enjoy working in a diverse multi‑disciplinary team, providing support and guidance to more junior members of the team. You will actively participate in the delivery of a professional pro‑active employee health and wellbeing service for staff at MKUH and external organisations whilst being involved with the wider team to help make continual service improvements.

Previous applicants in the last 3 months need not apply

Main duties of the job

The key focus of this role is the provision of staff health and wellbeing services, mainly in relation to core occupational health. You will have day‑to‑day responsibility for occupational health clinics and a designated caseload and will be expected to provide a comprehensive and confidential occupational health service.

Knowledge and experience of Occupational Health and an interest in all aspects of a holistic wellbeing will be integral to this role.

You will promote a holistic wellbeing approach to staff, customers and managers including leading prevention initiatives, onward referrals, health surveillance and health and safety advice in accordance with legislative requirements and best practice. You will be expected to work with a wider Staff Health & Wellbeing team, and ensure that, if indicated, the referral is made to the appropriate team member e.g. physiotherapist, workplace adjustment advisor etc.

The aspiration for the Staff Health & Wellbeing (SH&WB) service at Milton Keynes University Hospital (MKUH) is to deliver an enhanced, clinically excellent occupational health and wellbeing services. As a team we are committed to the delivery of a consistent, high‑quality, cost‑effective service that supports a more sustainable, stable, and resilient workforce internally and for our clients.

As a department we are committed to your personal and professional development, and we actively encourage staff to access internal and external courses to support their development

Working for our organisation

‘94% feel that their role makes a difference to patience and service users.’ (NHS Staff Survey).

You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including :

• Free on‑site parking
• Free refreshments
• Great flexible workingopportunities
• Discounted gym membership
• Lease car scheme
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
• On site nursery (chargeable)
• Extensive staff health and well‑being programme

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

‘We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute’

The department is currently undergoing SEQOSH accreditation making it an exciting time to come on board and be part of helping the service to achieve and maintain accreditation.

Main duties and responsibilities

Clinical

• Undertake pre‑employment health assessment / triage and advise on health and fitness to work of all grades of staff, in particular where there may be concerns about the impact on work on the employee’s health, or their fitness to carry out the job. To advise management / HR as and when appropriate and assist with the placement of employees with health conditions, referring to the Senior Practitioners where necessary.
• Undertake assessments of fitness to work with recommendations for adjustments / restrictions to the workplace in accordance with the Equality Act. Assessing the need for further information from GP, specialists, or previous employer.

Health Surveillance / Blood and Body Fluid Exposures

• Undertake health surveillance of staff groups exposed to hazardous substances in accordance with HSE requirements ensuring that completed surveillance results are relayed to the relevant department / manager.
• Accurately gather and record working history, workplace exposures, and recall for health surveillance requirements; be able to collect accurate health surveillance data and maintain accurate records; maintain confidentiality of individual health information and security of health records.

Administrative

• Ensure accurate, legible nursing records are kept on the chosen OH software system, in line with NMC guidance and Access to Medical Records Act. Ensuring the maintenance of secure records within the department to comply with Data Protection and GDPR.
• Lead on annual audit and service improvement programmes in conjunction with the Senior Practitioners.

Education

• Contribute to the improvement of the health of all staff through development / delivery of health promotion activities including fairs, induction talks, participation in management training, and lifestyle screening where appropriate, delivering preventive education to managers and staff.
• Maximise opportunities for health education / promotion, targeting key identified hot spots within the Trust.

Management

• To deputise in the absence of the Senior OH Practitioners, with the day‑to‑day operation of the service.
• Support the competency and development of more junior members of the team such as OH Technicians.

Please refer to the Job Description for further details

We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.