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Occupational Health Advisor
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Milton Keynes
On-site
GBP 38,000 - 47,000
Full time
Yesterday
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Job summary
A regional healthcare provider in Milton Keynes seeks experienced Occupational Health Advisors to enhance staff health and wellbeing services. The ideal candidates will have a strong background in Occupational Health, excellent communication skills, and a drive to improve employee health outcomes. This role offers competitive salary and flexible working hours.
Benefits
Free on-site parking
Free refreshments
Great flexible working opportunities
Discounted gym membership
Generous annual leave and pension scheme
Qualifications
- Experience in providing Occupational Health services.
- Knowledge of health surveillance and safety advice.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and deliver Occupational Health and Wellbeing services.
- Provide guidance to managers and staff.
- Monitor health and wellbeing initiatives.
Skills
Clinical skills
Communication skills
Holistic wellbeing knowledge
Education
Relevant Occupational Health qualification
Job description
Department Staff Health & Wellbeing
Band 6 £38,682 - £46,580 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
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
'94% feel that their role makes a difference to patience and service users.’ (NHS Staff Survey 2024).
Benefits
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:
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Rebecca Bason Job title: Head of Staff Health & Wellbeing Email address: Rebecca.Bason@mkuh.nhs.uk
Interview 02 September 2025
Band 6 £38,682 - £46,580 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
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
'94% feel that their role makes a difference to patience and service users.’ (NHS Staff Survey 2024).
Benefits
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 working opportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Rebecca Bason Job title: Head of Staff Health & Wellbeing Email address: Rebecca.Bason@mkuh.nhs.uk
Interview 02 September 2025
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