OHA TEeam Leader (On-site)

OH Medical Recruitment Ltd.; Preston; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme up to 6%

Life assurance

25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays

Annual leave increasing with length of

Birthday day off

Discounted gym membership

Health cashback plan

NMC registration fees paid

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

OH Medical is seeking an experienced Occupational Health Advisor to join as on-site Team Leader in Warton, Preston. You will balance hands-on clinical work with line management of the on-site OH team for a major client.

The role requires NMC Part 1 registration, a postgraduate OH qualification (or working towards one), and proven experience delivering the full OH remit including case management and health surveillance.

Qualifications

• Current NMC Part 1 registration.
• Postgraduate Occupational Health qualification or working towards one.
• Experience delivering the full Occupational Health remit.
• Strong case management and health surveillance experience.
• Previous managerial, supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Knowledge of OH legislation and professional standards.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to provide feedback.
• Full rights to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent telephone and face-to-face medical assessments.
• Produce clear, evidence-based reports for managers.
• Undertake Occupational Health case management.
• Complete health surveillance and fitness-for-work assessments.
• Issue appropriate fitness certificates.
• Provide professional advice to managers and employees.
• Supervise on-site clinical team.
• Attend client meetings and deliver training when required.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure standards.
• Support workplace wellbeing initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Prioritise under pressure

Team management

Clinical governance

Education

NMC Part 1 registration

Postgraduate Occupational Health qualification or working towards one

Job description

Occupational Health Advisor – Team Leader

Warton, Preston | On-Site

Competitive Salary + Benefits | Full Time | Permanent

OH Medical is currently recruiting for an experienced Occupational Health Advisor to join a leading Occupational Health provider as an on-site Team Leader in Warton, Preston.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and motivated Occupational Health professional ready to combine hands-on clinical practice with team leadership. You will manage and support the on-site clinical team while delivering a full Occupational Health remit for a major client.

The Role – Occupational Health Advisor Team Leader

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting independent telephone and face-to-face medical assessments

• Producing clear, evidence-based reports for referring managers

• Undertaking Occupational Health case management

• Completing health surveillance and fitness-for-work assessments

• Issuing appropriate fitness certificates

• Undertaking clinical triage and allocating new referrals appropriately

• Providing professional advice to managers and employees

• Managing, supporting and clinically supervising the on-site clinical team

• Monitoring health surveillance escalations and providing clinical guidance

• Supporting staff inductions, competency reviews, training and development

• Conducting end-of-year appraisals for the clinical team

• Maintaining a positive, supportive and collaborative team culture

• Attending client meetings and delivering training where required

• Working with administrative colleagues to maintain an appropriate skill mix and workload allocation

• Ensuring clinical rooms meet the required standards

• Maintaining equipment calibration records

• Supporting the development and delivery of workplace wellbeing initiatives

• Conducting drug and alcohol testing where appropriate

• Maintaining accurate clinical records in line with company policies and professional standards

Occupational Health Advisor Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Current NMC Part 1 registration

• A postgraduate Occupational Health qualification or evidence that you are working towards one

• Experience delivering the full Occupational Health remit

• Strong case management and health surveillance experience

• Previous managerial, supervisory or team leadership experience

• A clear understanding of professional accountability and scope of practice

• Up-to-date knowledge of Occupational Health legislation, clinical standards and best practice

• Strong leadership, organisation and motivational skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• The ability to provide and receive constructive feedback

• A proactive, adaptable and self-motivated approach

• Strong IT skills and the ability to maintain accurate clinical records

• The ability to prioritise effectively and work well under pressure

• Confidence working independently and collaboratively

• Full rights to work in the UK without sponsorship

Strong health and safety knowledge would be advantageous.

Hours

This is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, between 8.00am and 6.00pm.

Location

This is a fully on-site role based in Warton, Preston, PR4 1AX.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on skills and experience

• Contributory pension scheme up to 6%

• Life assurance

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

• Annual leave increasing with length of service

• Additional day off for your birthday

• Discounted gym membership

• Health cashback plan

• NMC registration fees paid

• Ongoing professional development opportunities

About OH Medical

OH Medical is a trusted recruitment consultancy dedicated to the Occupational Health, Wellbeing, Health & Safety, SHEQ and Fire Safety sectors. We deliver tailored recruitment solutions for permanent, contract and agency positions, supporting professionals and employers across the UK.