Senior Occupational Health Advisor

DHU Health Care; Derby; On-site; GBP 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks a Senior Occupational Health Advisor to support the Head of Occupational Health. This position involves autonomous practice, mentorship, and ensuring compliance with policies. Offering competitive salary and numerous employee benefits, including flexible working patterns and an NHS pension scheme.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

NHS Pension Scheme

Car Lease Scheme

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

Referral Programme

Birthday Leave Guarantee

Qualifications

• Evidence of autonomous practice identifying occupational diseases and risk factors.
• Experience in nurse-led clinics and handling complex case management.
• Awareness of current developments in integrated care.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Occupational Health, practising autonomously and mentoring team members.
• Providing advice on care practices, maintaining confidentiality, and adhering to data protection policies.
• Handling management referrals, case reviews, and telehealth consultations.

Skills

Autonomy

Complex case management

Policy development

Mentorship

Job description

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

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

What DHU can offer you:

Working Patterns: We recognise that 9-5 doesn’t 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.

Competitive salary: £52,809 (Band 7.3)

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

Employee benefits:

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

• Private Medical Insurance: Access to quality healthcare through Westfield Health, including GP and counselling services, scans, hospital treatment, and cashback for dental, optical, and physiotherapy care.
• NHS Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our NHS pension scheme. Existing NHS employees can transfer their pension pot and holiday entitlement.
• Car Lease Scheme: Salary sacrifice scheme for hybrid or electric cars through NHS Fleet Solutions.
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave: Support during family life with enhanced leave options.
• Cycle to Work Scheme: Promote active and sustainable commuting.
• Referral Programme: Earn rewards by referring others to DHU Healthcare.
• Birthday Leave Guarantee: Decide whether to take your birthday off or work and save leave for another time.

Typical day includes:

• Supporting the Head of Occupational Health and deputising as needed
• Practising autonomously, liaising with OH Co-ordinator
• Attending DHU sites approximately once a month, with remote work predominantly
• Maintaining confidentiality and adhering to data protection policies
• Providing advice on care practices, delivery, and service development
• Participating in team meetings and clinical supervision
• Working on management referrals, case reviews, telehealth consultations, assessments, and reports
• Offering mentorship, leadership, and training to team members

Requirements for success:

• Evidence of autonomous practice, identifying occupational diseases and risk factors
• Experience in nurse-led clinics, policy development, or SEQOHS accreditation
• Experience in handling complex case management
• Ability to complete clinical histories and provide expert opinions
• Awareness of current developments in integrated care

We welcome applications in alternative formats and are committed to diversity and inclusion. For more information, contact us at [e-mail].

We are proud to support military personnel and their families, fostering an inclusive environment.

• Job Reference: dhuhealthcare/TP/40804/663
• Contract Type: Full Time
• Closing Date: 18 June, 2025
• Job Category: Other Clinical Support
• Business Unit: Corporate