Job Description
Occupational Health Advisor (OHA)
Location: Southampton Head Office ClinicContract: Permanent | Full-time | PAYESalary: Competitive (dependent on experience)Working pattern: Head Officebased
The opportunity
Were looking for an experienced Occupational Health Advisor to join a well-established, clinically led Occupational Health service based at our Southampton Head Office clinic.
This role would suit a confident, senior-level OHA who enjoys autonomy, values high clinical standards, and is comfortable supporting and guiding others within the team. Youll work within a supportive, professional environment with strong clinical governance and access to experienced colleagues.
Youll play a key role in delivering high-quality Occupational Health services while contributing to service development and maintaining excellent standards of patient care.
The role
* Deliver management referrals, including assessment, reporting, and documentation
* Undertake health surveillance, statutory medicals, and health screening
* Maintain accurate clinical records in line with the NMC Code
* Escalate complex cases to Occupational Health Physicians when required
* Ensure high standards of clinical governance, infection control, and safety
* Support and oversee the work of Occupational Health Technicians
* Work collaboratively with HR, Line Managers, and Health & Safety teams
* Contribute to service improvement, health promotion, and team support
About you
Essential
* Registered Adult Nurse (NMC)
* Specialist qualification in Occupational Health
* Minimum 2 years post-registration nursing experience
* Confident working autonomously within professional boundaries
Youll also bring
* Strong communication and IT skills
* A professional, approachable, and patient-focused style
* The ability to support colleagues and contribute positively to team culture
Benefits
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Company pension scheme
* Private medical insurance (after 6 months)
* Death in service (4 x salary)
* Free parking & free annual flu vaccination
* Birthday day off
* Option to buy extra annual leave
* Long service awards & volunteering day
* Sick pay
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