Occupational Health Advisor


Key Responsibilities
Operational Management



  • Provide OH services and expert advice regarding fitness for work, suitability for employment, and rehabilitation in accordance with professional standards, legislation, and local policies.




  • Develop and evaluate cost-effective health promotion activities for Council staff, schools, and external clients.




  • Use specialist knowledge to advise peers, managers, and clients on complex health matters.




Communication


  • Represent Health and Wellbeing Services in internal and external meetings, deputising for the line manager when required.




  • Maintain accurate clinical notes in accordance with legislation and ethical standards.




  • Liaise effectively with GPs, consultants, and other healthcare providers.




Partnerships & Corporate Working


  • Collaborate with the line manager to design and deliver effective health initiatives for Council staff and external partners.




  • Liaise with Occupational Health Physicians on complex referrals and ill health retirement cases.




  • Actively participate in HR projects and support corporate health strategies.




Systems and Information


  • Use OH software to maintain confidential patient records.




  • Support information sharing and documentation between OH and Employment Support Services in line with legal and ethical standards.




  • Contribute to performance data analysis and clinical audit to support attendance management and service improvement.




Strategic Contribution


  • Work with HR colleagues to review and enhance attendance management processes.




  • Contribute to planning, delivery, and evaluation of health promotion and public health initiatives across the Council.




Knowledge:




  • Strong understanding of Occupational Health Nursing practices and services.




  • In-depth knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and the Equality Act 2010.




  • Understanding of evidence-based practice, clinical governance, and health promotion strategies.




Experience:




  • Significant post-registration clinical experience in Occupational Health or equivalent.




  • Proven experience delivering nurse-led OH services.




  • Experience conducting health screening and surveillance.




  • Demonstrated success in planning and delivering health promotion campaigns.




Skills:




  • Ability to manage a clinical caseload independently.




  • Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.




  • Skilled in delivering training and presentations.




  • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.




  • High level of digital literacy and report writing competence.




Qualifications:




  • Registered General Nurse (RGN).




  • Registered Occupational Health Nurse (Diploma or Degree-level).






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