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A healthcare facility in Stellenbosch is seeking an Occupational Health Nurse to manage and administer the health clinic policies. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in an Occupational Health Clinic environment. Responsibilities include ensuring pre-placement medical examinations and providing medical assistance to employees. This permanent position offers an opportunity to work in a supportive health-focused environment.
ER24 Corporate Office| Stellenbosch | South Africa
Closing date: 08/08/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Silindokuhle Bawuti
Reference number: 57751
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Permanent
Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOBPlan, develop and administer policies and procedures of the Occupational Health Clinic.
Manage resources to meet the Occupational Health and Safety objectives of the company.
Provide care to employees that leads to promotion, protection and restoration of the employee's health within a safe working environment.
Comply with statutory requirements and Company policies and procedures
Administration duties
REQUIRED EDUCATIONESSENTIAL EDUCATION:
A Diploma in Occupational Health Nursing
DESIRED EDUCATION:
A Diploma in Nursing Education and Management
Certification in Audiometry
REQUIRED EXPERIENCEESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:
At least 5 years proven experience in an Occupational Health Clinic environment
DESIRED EXPERIENCE:
5 years experience within an administrative role within an Occupational Health and wellness environment
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREASEnsure OHP's completion and follow-up of pre-placement medical examinations complying with relevant legislation, environmental job demands and physical ability to perform work
Manage the Occupational Health Clinic and act as a resource and advisor to staff regarding the health care services that are provided to employees.
Evaluate performance, counsel and coach Occupational Health clinic staff as necessary.
Promote, supervise and perform prompt and effective medical assistance to employees in acute and chronic situations.
Investigate illness and injury episodes and trends to determine health and safety needs of the Employees.
Communication of information to the Head of the Health and Safety department as well as the Employee Relations Manager for future programme development.
Wellness development and management and conduct a health promotion programme on a regular basis.
Supervise the development and maintenance of accurate medical records and medical reports in order to track employee health, illness and wellness.
Promote Employee Assistance Programme
Manage and maintain drug registers medicine permit and WCC documentation etc.
REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Ability to adapt to on demand requests Attention to detail Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise work Microsoft Office suites (MS Office, Word and Excel) Proven experience in liaising with internal and external stakeholders SharePoint system Project and program Administration skills Analytical and problem solving skills Data analysis and interpretationAll applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.
Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile