Peripatetic Occupational Health Technician (Luton)

OH Medical; Luton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme up to 6%

Life assurance

25 days annual leave plus bank holiday

Birthday leave

Discounted gym membership

Health cashback plan

Three-week induction and training

Six weeks advance diary visibility

Fuel card provided

Company van provided after onboarding

Subsistence allowance for overnight-st

Job summary

OH Medical is seeking a Peripatetic Occupational Health Technician to join a field-based team delivering health surveillance services across multiple sites. You will travel in a Mobile Medical Unit to client locations, with overnight stays and a typical 37.5-hour workweek.

The role includes a three-week induction, ongoing mentoring, a generous benefits package, and a structured support network to develop your Occupational Health career within the UK.

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving licence held for at least 12 months.
• Able to travel extensively with regular overnight stays (≈3 weeks out of 4).
• Experience or background in Occupational Health or similar roles preferred.
• Good GDPR and confidential record keeping.
• Excellent communication, organisational and time management skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver health surveillance including audiometry, spirometry and baseline health assessments
• Carry out biometric measurements including height, weight, blood pressure and urinalysis
• Accurately record clinical information and maintain Occupational Health records
• Ensure all medical equipment is clean, maintained and ready for use
• Support workplace health promotion initiatives where required
• Gather and record accurate information to support clinical decision-making
• Drive a Mobile Medical Unit to client sites across the region and occasionally nationwide
• Maintain high standards of confidentiality and GDPR compliance

Skills

Driving licence

Travel readiness

GDPR knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Sports Science degree

Job description

Peripatetic Occupational Health Technician

Location: Luton with regional travel and occasional nationwide travel

Salary: £25,000 to £27,000 per annum, depending on experience

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

OH Medical is recruiting for a Peripatetic Occupational Health Technician to join a leading Occupational Health provider. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within Occupational Health while working in a varied, field-based role. You'll travel to client sites in a Mobile Medical Unit, delivering essential health surveillance services across a range of industries. This role involves regular travel and overnight stays, typically being away from home for up to three weeks out of four, with weekends spent at home. A comprehensive three-week induction programme, ongoing mentoring, and excellent support make this an ideal opportunity for candidates looking to build their experience.

Duties

• Deliver health surveillance including audiometry, spirometry and baseline health assessments


• Carry out biometric measurements including height, weight, blood pressure and urinalysis


• Accurately record clinical information and maintain Occupational Health records


• Ensure all medical equipment is clean, maintained and ready for use


• Support workplace health promotion initiatives where required


• Gather and record accurate information to support clinical decision-making


• Drive a Mobile Medical Unit to client sites across the region and occasionally nationwide


• Maintain high standards of confidentiality and GDPR compliance

Criteria

• Full UK manual driving licence held for a minimum of 12 months


• Ability to travel extensively with regular overnight stays - you can be away from home for around 3 out of 4 weeks of the month, however, you will always be home on the Friday night for the weekend


• Suitable home location to safely park a Mobile Medical Unit overnight


• Previous experience as an OHT, or from a background such as Hospital Healthcare Assistant, Emergency Care Assistant, Ambulance Technician, Emergency Care Technician, Army Medic or similar would be beneficial


• Sports Science graduates with experience carrying out baseline health assessments are encouraged to apply


• Good understanding of GDPR and confidential record keeping


• Excellent communication, organisational and time management skills


• Able to work independently and as part of a team

Salary & Benefits

• £25,000 to £27,000 per annum depending on experience


• 37.5 hours per week, typically between 8:00am and 6:00pm


• Contributory pension scheme up to 6%


• Life assurance


• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service


• Birthday leave


• Discounted gym membership


• Health cashback plan


• Three-week induction and training programme with ongoing mentoring


• Six weeks' advance diary visibility


• Fuel card provided


• Premier Inn account for business travel bookings


• Subsistence allowance paid for overnight stays


• Company van provided following the initial onboarding period

About OH Medical

OH Medical is a trusted recruitment consultancy dedicated to the Occupational Health, Wellbeing and Health & Safety sectors. We specialise in delivering tailored recruitment solutions for both agency and permanent roles, supporting professionals and employers across the UK.