SunderlandCity Council is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational HealthAdviser to join our proactive and supportive Occupational Health team. This isa fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the wellbeing ofemployees across the Council and partner organisations in the region.
AboutYouYou will be a qualified Occupational Health professional (e.g. Registered Nursewith a specialist qualification in Occupational Health) with experience indelivering services in a multidisciplinary setting. Youll be confident inmanaging complex cases, communicating effectively, and promoting a culture ofhealth and wellbeing.
Main duties of the job
KeyResponsibilitiesDeliver high-quality occupational health services including health assessments,case management, and health surveillance.Provide expert advice on fitness for work, workplace adjustments, and healthpromotion.Support the Councils wellbeing strategy by contributing to initiatives thatenhance physical and mental health across the workforce.Collaborate with HR, Health & Safety, and external partners to ensure aholistic approach to employee wellbeing.Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with relevant legislation andprofessional standards.
About us
WhyJoin Us?Be part of a team that values innovation, compassion, and collaboration.Work in a role that directly contributes to improving lives and supportingpublic service delivery.Access to professional development, flexible working, and a supportive workenvironment.
Job responsibilities
Service/Team
People Management/Occupational Health & Employee Health and Wellbeing
Responsible to
Occupational Health Manager
Responsible for staff/equipment
Equipment within the Occupational Health Unit
Main purpose of job To work within the Occupational Health Team to enhance the health and well-being of the employees of Sunderland City Council. To work autonomously to promote and protect the health of the varied workforce.
Key responsibilities
Ability to be able to conduct, interpret and evaluate health assessment and screening, surveillance and interventions for employees.
Responsible for providing pre-employment health screening and assessment of fitness to work with adjustments to the workplace in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Health surveillance (audiometry, spirometry, skin and Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome assessments).
Administration of occupational vaccinations/immunisations (Flu, Hepatitis A and B) in accordance with the written instructions
Monitoring of employees health and health promotion.
Case management services both face to face and telephone. You will be expected to record information and communicate specified information to various members of HR and management.
Key tasks
Undertaking the delivery of the occupational health services/activities, including:
pre-employment health screening
health surveillance (audiometry, spirometry, skin and Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome assessments)
Driver Health Assessments
Occupational vaccinations/immunisations, including phlebotomy
Monitoring of employees health
Health promotion
Infection control
Case management
To promote and champion a positive organisation-wide culture that reflects the Councils values
To work and communicate effectively in the team as well as having the ability to work autonomously.
To work with the team to manage the clinical diary so that services are delivered to meet the needs of the business, working across a range of clinical areas
Collaborate with other professionals, sector experts, employers and employees to lead workplace health initiatives that are responsive to the needs of individuals and organisations.
To assist in clinical audit and use and analyse data effectively. This includes participating in evidence-based practice
Participate in relevant project work for service and quality improvement
Other duties/specific policies e.g. DBS
The postholder is subject to a DBS check on a cyclical basis.
The post holder must carry out their duties with full regard to the Councils Equal Opportunities Policy, Code of Conduct and all other Council Policies.
The post holder must comply with the Councils Health and safety rules and regulations and with Health and safety legislation.
The post holder must comply with the principles of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 in relation to the management of Council records and information.
To comply with the principles and requirements of the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR in relation to the management of Council records and information, and respect the privacy of personal information held by the Council.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Must be NMC Registered
* Must be on Part 3 of NMC Register
Experience
* Experience in the delivery of Occupational Health activities
* Evidence of ongoing professional development
* Practical experience of emergency procedures such as resuscitation and other first aid procedures
* Experience of effectively dealing with management referrals
* Experience of delivering health surveillance
* Experience of pre-employment health assessments
* Experience of writing and reviewing protocols and procedures
Skills, Knowledge, Ability (including ability to develop knowledge, skill or experience)
* Knowledge of Occupational Health and Wellness Strategies as directed by the HSE (Health and Safety Executive)
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality
* Evidence of teamwork skills
* Knowledge of Public Health issues
* Computer based skills to be able to work with Microsoft Office packages such as Outlook, Excel and Word
* Operating without direct supervision following protocols and confident working autonomously and managing their own workload
* Willing to participate in training programmes
* Access to means to meet the travel requirements of the post.
* Commitment to Equal Opportunities.
* Compliance with health and safety rules, regulations, and legislation.
* Ability to comply with the Councils values of We innovate. We enable.We respect.
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.
£41,771 to £46,142 a yearpro rata. Plus car mileage and professional registration fee
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
F0001-284556
Job locations
Occupational Health Unit
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