Health Risk Manager (36 months)

Thusa Batho Labour Solutions; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Occupational Health Practitioner to provide expert advice on employee health matters. This role involves assessing applications for incapacity leave and ill-health retirement, as well as managing occupational health cases efficiently. The ideal candidate will hold an MBChB degree and a Diploma in Occupational Health, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in the field. Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing employee well-being and ensuring compliance with health regulations. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the workplace and contribute to the health and safety of employees.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in managing occupational health cases.
• Certified registration with HPCSA in Occupational Health/Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Assess and advise on employee incapacity leave applications.
• Manage cases for occupational injuries and diseases effectively.

Skills

Case Management

Occupational Health Assessment

Medical Advice

Employee Relations

Education

MBChB Degree

Diploma in Occupational Health

Job description

SCOPE OF WORK

• Assess and provide advice for employee’s application for incapacity leave (short and long period)
• Assess and provide advice for employee’s initiated and/or employer’s initiated application for ill-health retirement
• Assess and provide advice for alternative accommodation of employees on medical grounds
• Advise on applications for occupational injuries and disease cases
• Provide efficient and effective case management

COMPANY EXPERIENCE

• Must have 3 years or more experience in managing occupational health cases
• Must have a certified and valid registration certificate with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in Occupational Health/Medicine
• Positive references from clients must be attached

COMPANY DIRECTOR’S EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• MBChB Degree with a Diploma in Occupational Health
• Valid certified registration certificate with the HPCSA as an Occupational Health Practitioner / Occupational Medicine Practitioner
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as an Occupational Health Practitioner or Medical Practitioner