You will be an integral part of a small, friendly team providing essential support to staff across the Service. Working closely together, you will provide proactive health education whilst also providing advice and guidance to managers and staff members to manage sickness absence and assist staff in returning to the workplace.
You will play a key role in recognising and driving improvements to the services offered by the Occupational Health Unit. It is an exciting time to join the team based at a purpose-built facility within the fire station and training centre on Percy Road, Huntingdon.
About You
We are looking for a personable and experienced Occupational Health Advisor to join our team. You will be dynamic, working with managers across the Service to ensure we provide a first class OH service. You will have the drive and determination to recognise areas for improvement and implement change, bringing the team with you on the journey.
We would also like to see that you have the following:
Part 1 of the NMC Register and hold a qualification within Occupational Health to post graduate Diploma or Degree level.
Experience in managing an Occupational Health Department / Unit
Experience of managing case work – giving appropriate medical opinion/advice in the rehabilitation of individuals during and / or following sickness absence so that appropriate action can be taken to facilitate an early return to work.
Knowledge of Data Protection Regulations
Excellent listening and communication skills, orally and in writing. This will include experience of giving appropriate medical evidenced advice in individual cases and providing clear and precise reports for management
Experience of working unsupervised in an advisory role.