Overview

Occupational Health Advisor – Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear

  • This is a full-time role; however, flexibility in this role will be considered
  • We know that having a work-life balance is important, so we offer our colleagues as much flexibility as possible in line with the needs of their role
  • This role can be based from either of our supply sites in Newcastle Upon Tyne, Leeds or Derby

Main Responsibilities

  • Provide expert, evidence-based case management services for referrals relating to attendance, fitness for work and other requests for OH advice
  • Provide specialist advice to colleagues and managers during periods of ill health and/or sickness absence, along with professional, comprehensive and evidence-based written reports including recommendations
  • Where appropriate, escalate, liaise, and refer cases to the retained OHP
  • Provide expert advice in respect of legislative requirements and best practice relating to OH
  • Ensure that all new starters are screened and advice is given to managers where appropriate on managing a colleague’s health condition
  • To evaluate the results of medicals and surveillance provided and ensure that the correct advice in relation to fitness is communicated, escalating where clinically appropriate to other experts 
  • Provide advice and recommendations to managers where a colleague’s health is impacting on their ability to perform tasks or where tasks are impacting on a colleague’s health
  • Support with health surveillance and baseline screening activities as required to ensure legal compliance and in accordance with the Health Surveillance Matrix
  • Supporting OH technicians in their role
  • Liaise with other colleagues in other departments to understand the changes to work environments and to advise on the impact these can have on colleague health
  • Encourage the health and wellbeing of all colleagues through advice and health promotion campaigns
  • Protect confidential information and colleague confidentiality
  • Ensure OH records are accurate, secure, and kept up to date
  • Maintain up-to-date professional and legislative knowledge and standards through a programme of continuous development 

Ideal Candidate

You’ll fit right into this role if you:

  • Have a good understanding of relevant legislation, including the Equality Act and General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR)
  • Have knowledge of regulations relating to vibration, noise and COSHH
  • Understand occupational health issues that can affect colleagues, including stress, workplace hazards and occupational diseases
  • Maintain a valid and up-to-date NMC registration and work in line with NMC standards and guidelines, including professional practice, clinical supervision, and continuous learning and development
  • Can work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team
  • Take initiative, prioritise workloads and consistently meet deadlines
  • Are confident using Microsoft 365 applications and maintaining accurate digital health records, including SharePoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams
  • Enjoy being part of a hard-working team, sharing the same end goal, and celebrating results together
  • Are supportive of an inclusive culture – recognising and valuing that difference is good 
  • Want to develop and are ready to work alongside some great people and have lots of fun on your Greggs journey!

 

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