Senior Occupational Health Advisor

NHS; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join NHS as a Senior Occupational Health Advisor and shape your career in a pivotal role that ensures occupational health needs are met and policies are compliant. The position offers autonomy, mentoring opportunities, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, while primarily allowing remote work with occasional site visits.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

NHS Pension Scheme

Car Lease Scheme

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

Referral Programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in handling complex case management.
• Ability to liaise with health and social care professions.
• Experience in developing policies and processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Occupational Health and practice autonomously.
• Attend team meetings and participate in clinical supervision.
• Conduct telephone and video consultations for health assessments.

Skills

Autonomy

Confidentiality

Clinical assessment

Leadership

Education

Experience in nurse-led clinics

Knowledge of SEQOHS compliance

Job description

Shape your career as a Senior Occupational Health Advisor with DHU Healthcare

As the Senior Occupational Health Advisor, you will workcollaboratively with the Head of Occupational Health to develop, monitor and review occupational health needs and relevant organisational policies and procedures to ensure that they are fit for purpose and are legally compliant

Main duties of the job

What your typical day looks like:

• Supporting the Head of Occupational Health and deputise as necessary.
• Practice autonomously without direct supervision and liaise with OH Co-ordinator for daily and weekly case management schedules, case conferences, and Team meetings.
• Although the role will be predominantly remote, working from home, the post holder will be required to attend other DHU sites approximately once a month.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality in relation to all issues concerned within the service and adhere to DHU policy ensuring staff are aware of their obligations under the Freedom of Information Act, Information Governance, GDPR and the Data Protection Act.
• Offeringappropriate advice to health and social care professions on care practices, delivery and service development within the parameters of the role and scope of practice
• Attendingprofessional meetings and participate in team meetings
• Participating in the clinical supervision framework for health care professionals within the company
• Offering appropriate advice to health and social care professions on care practices, delivery and service development within the parameters of the role and scope of practice
• Working across a varied remit and includes working on Management Referrals and Case Management case reviews including conducting telephone and video consultations, providing health assessments and reports, and providing expert guidance and advice
• Providingmentorship, leadership and training to other team members

About us

We understand that digital applications may not be suitable for everyone. If you need to apply in a different way that better meets your needs, please reach out to us, and we will gladly accommodate your application in a format that works for you. For more details about our recruitment process, click here, or contact our team of talent acquisition professionals by emailing:[e-mail]

At DHU Healthcare, we take pride in our diversity and foster an environment where every person feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work, free from discrimination or bias. We warmly welcome applications from all individuals, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve.

We are proud to be a forces-friendly organisation and are dedicated to supporting Veterans, Service Leavers, Reservists, Cader Force Adult Volunteers, and military spouses/partners. We value the unique skills and contributions you bring and strive to create a workplace where you can thrive.

Job responsibilities

Senior Occupational Health Advisor

Shape your career as a Senior Occupational Health Advisor with DHU Healthcare

As the Senior Occupational Health Advisor, you will workcollaboratively with the Head of Occupational Health to develop, monitor and review occupational health needs and relevant organisational policies and procedures to ensure that they are fit for purpose and are legally compliant

What DHU can offer you:

Working Patterns:We recognise that 9-5 doesnt work for everyone, so we have a range of working patterns available to suit your work/life balance.Our friendly team will work with you to find the best fixed pattern for us both.

Generous annual leave entitlement:Standard 25 days + 8 bank holidays, increasing with service up to 33 days + 8 bank holidays. Pro Rata/ Per Annum

What your typical day looks like:

• Supporting the Head of Occupational Health and deputise as necessary.
• Practice autonomously without direct supervision and liaise with OH Co-ordinator for daily and weekly case management schedules, case conferences, and Team meetings.
• Although the role will be predominantly remote, working from home, the post holder will be required to attend other DHU sites approximately once a month.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality in relation to all issues concerned within the service and adhere to DHU policy ensuring staff are aware of their obligations under the Freedom of Information Act, Information Governance, GDPR and the Data Protection Act.
• Offeringappropriate advice to health and social care professions on care practices, delivery and service development within the parameters of the role and scope of practice.
• Attendingprofessional meetings and participate in team meetings.
• Participating in the clinical supervision framework for health care professionals within the company.
• Offering appropriate advice to health and social care professions on care practices, delivery and service development within the parameters of the role and scope of practice.
• Working across a varied remit and includes working on Management Referrals and Case Management case reviews including conducting telephone and video consultations, providing health assessments and reports, and providing expert guidance and advice.
• Providingmentorship, leadership and training to other team members.

To be a successful Senior Occupational Health Advisor, you will need:

• To be able to show evidence of using autonomous physical and identification of occupational diseases and risk factors, and assessment skills in practice.
• Experience in one of the following: nurse led clinics, active participation in the development of policies and processes and knowledge of SEQOHS compliance and accreditation.
• To be able toevidence experience of handling complex case management.
• To be able to complete a concise clinical history and offer expert opinion.
• Be aware of current developments in regard to integrated care provisions.

Employee benefits:

As part of our team at DHU Healthcare, we believe in rewarding you, our colleague, for your hard work and dedication to providing the very best in patient care. As part of our team, you can enjoy a host of benefits to enhance your wellbeing.

Private Medical Insurance: We take care of your health and wellbeing with private medical insurance provided through Westfield Health, ensuring access to quality healthcare when you need it most. Membership includes direct access to GP and counselling services, CT and MRI scans, hospital treatment insurance and cashback for dental, optical and physiotherapy care.

NHS Pension Scheme: Rest assured knowing your future is secure with our NHS pension scheme. Already an NHS employee? We acknowledge your continuous service and commitment to healthcare excellence, allowing you to bring your existing pension pot and holiday allowance with you!

Car Lease Scheme:DHU has teamed up with NHS Fleet Solutions to offer a salary sacrifice scheme for colleagues. As part of our citizenship commitment and active approach to reducing our carbon footprint, we can provide you with lease options on a brand-new hybrid or electric car.

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave: We understand the importance of family, which is why we offer enhanced maternity and paternity leave to support you during this special time in your life, supported by a robust Family Friendly policy.

Cycle to Work Scheme: Stay active and reduce your carbon footprint with our cycle to work scheme, making it easier for you to commute in a healthy and sustainable way.

Referral Programme: Share the benefits of working at DHU with your network and you can earn cash rewards through our Employee Referral Programme.

We understand that digital applications may not be suitable for everyone. If you need to apply in a different way that better meets your needs, please reach out to us, and we will gladly accommodate your application in a format that works for you. For more details about our recruitment process, click here, or contact our team of talent acquisition professionals by emailing:[e-mail]

At DHU Healthcare, we take pride in our diversity and foster an environment where every person feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work, free from discrimination or bias. We warmly welcome applications from all individuals, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve.

We are proud to be a forces-friendly organisation and are dedicated to supporting Veterans, Service Leavers, Reservists, Cader Force Adult Volunteers, and military spouses/partners. We value the unique skills and contributions you bring and strive to create a workplace where you can thrive.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Experience in one of the following: nurse led clinics, active participation in the development of policies and processes and knowledge of SEQOHS compliance and accreditation
• Experience in one of the following: nurse led clinics, active participation in the development of policies and processes and knowledge of SEQOHS compliance and accreditation.
• To be able to evidence experience of handling complex case management.
• To be able to complete a concise clinical history and offer expert opinion.
• Be aware of current developments in regard to integrated care provisions.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.