Job summary
The post holder will:
On a daily basis support the work of the
Occupational Health team and liaise with the Service Manager regarding progress
and around any areas of difficulty or need.
Provide the highest standard of clinical care,
ensuring that all clinical standards are met and where necessary taking
appropriate corrective action.
To participate in relevant training, health
education and induction programmes as required.
To
ensure Continuing Professional Development is achieved in line with NMC and
revalidation guidelines
Maintain
accurate, confidential clinical records in accordance with NMC standards and
data protection regulations.
Main duties of the job
Conduct
pre-placement assessments, vaccinations, and immunisations in line with current
legislation and guidance.
To carry out venepuncture on clients as per
policy and procedure based on clinical judgement
Provide
expert advice and support to managers and employees on occupational health
matters, including fitness for work, reasonable adjustments, and return to work
plans.
To assist with the development of evidence-based
practice and organisation of the work of the department.
To participate in the development of
departmental and ABC Policies and procedures.
To assist with the continued development and
promotion of the service
To promote all aspects of Health, Safety and
Welfare in all Occupational Health work undertaken
About us
About Alliance for Better
Care CIC
Alliance for Better Care (ABC) is a GP Federation
uniting 77 NHS GP member practices across 98 sites within 24 Primary Care
Networks in Sussex and Surrey. We support our Primary Care colleagues - and
their patients - to transform how healthcare is delivered in their
communities.
We
work closely with GP Practices, PCNs, Hospitals, Community Organisations, and
the Third Sector. These vital partnerships enable us to deliver a truly
integrated approach that offers the support and expertise needed to effectively
serve our populations.
More about our organisation: www.allianceforbettercare.org
About our Occupational Health Service
Our Occupational Health Service is newly launched and is
designed to prioritise employees health and wellbeing from the moment they
start work.
The service caters for both internal staff and external
clients and includes the full remit of Occupational Health practice including:
pre-employment medical screening
management referrals, interviews, and examinations
vaccinations including Tetanus / Polio / Diphtheria, Hepatitis B, and
MMR
We are
currently in a growth phase and our aim is to continue this growth by expanding
our dedicated and experienced team in order to continue delivering an exceptional
service for our staff and clients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Departmental Responsibilities
Manage own time effectively.
To assist with ensuring that the Occupational Health Service maintains
accurate records and storage for its clients in accordance within legal
requirements.
To take
responsibility for personal, professional development, keeping abreast of
relevant changes and development of best practise. Ensuring knowledge gained is shared with
colleagues.
To
assist with the induction and orientation of new Occupational Health
staff.
To act
as an effective role model and mentor.
Clinical Responsibilities
To work independently within a multidisciplinary
team in accordance with NMC guidelines
To work autonomously within a framework of
clinical governance and clinical supervision prioritising the delivery of care
based on a clinical assessment of individual needs.
To develop programmes of care and advise on
fitness to work for staff as part of own clinical caseload.
To participate in the day-to-day delivery of
internal and external services
To participate in advising clients on individual
health needs directly in relation to pre-employment screening and infection
control issues
To manage the referral of clients onto other
professional disciplines as required.
To manage and support staff following incidents
of possible exposure to blood borne viruses.
Planning and implementing individual care based upon clinical judgment
and risk assessment.
To maintain clear and accurate Occupational
Health records and assist with producing statistical returns related to
clinical work undertaken.
Participate in the day-to-day delivery of
internal and external services and contracts.
To contribute to the safety and cleanliness of
the department and ensuring appropriate disposal of clinical waste within the
workplace in accordance with appropriate policy, procedure and guidelines.
To assist in identifying specific health needs
within groups
To participate in delivering appropriate health
promotion needs for individuals and groups.
To respond in the event of a clinical
emergency.
To assist with the provision of statutory health
surveillance of staff required under current legislation, reporting on general
progress and around any cases of difficulty or need.
To advise on and perform pre-employment
screening based on assessment of individuals health care needs and the risk
factors identified within their working environment and where necessary
referring for further OH clinical opinion where a range of options may be
available to address employment issues.
To assist in the production of pre-employment
standards.
To assist in the management of the Control of
Infection issues amongst staff in line with ABC Infection Control Policies
To interpret laboratory information based upon
clinical judgement with support from OHP.
To undertake individual vaccination and
immunisation programmes as directed by the department General Written
Instructions using own clinical judgement and evidence-based practice in
accordance with national, local and department policies, conducting assessment
of individual needs and providing education and advice to ensure informed
consent.
To carry out venepuncture on clients as per
policy and procedure based on clinical judgement and as part of a planned
individualised implementation of care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Departmental Responsibilities
Manage own time effectively.
To assist with ensuring that the Occupational Health Service maintains
accurate records and storage for its clients in accordance within legal
requirements.
To take
responsibility for personal, professional development, keeping abreast of
relevant changes and development of best practise. Ensuring knowledge gained is shared with
colleagues.
To
assist with the induction and orientation of new Occupational Health
staff.
To act
as an effective role model and mentor.
Clinical Responsibilities
To work independently within a multidisciplinary
team in accordance with NMC guidelines
To work autonomously within a framework of
clinical governance and clinical supervision prioritising the delivery of care
based on a clinical assessment of individual needs.
To develop programmes of care and advise on
fitness to work for staff as part of own clinical caseload.
To participate in the day-to-day delivery of
internal and external services
To participate in advising clients on individual
health needs directly in relation to pre-employment screening and infection
control issues
To manage the referral of clients onto other
professional disciplines as required.
To manage and support staff following incidents
of possible exposure to blood borne viruses.
Planning and implementing individual care based upon clinical judgment
and risk assessment.
To maintain clear and accurate Occupational
Health records and assist with producing statistical returns related to
clinical work undertaken.
Participate in the day-to-day delivery of
internal and external services and contracts.
To contribute to the safety and cleanliness of
the department and ensuring appropriate disposal of clinical waste within the
workplace in accordance with appropriate policy, procedure and guidelines.
To assist in identifying specific health needs
within groups
To participate in delivering appropriate health
promotion needs for individuals and groups.
To respond in the event of a clinical
emergency.
To assist with the provision of statutory health
surveillance of staff required under current legislation, reporting on general
progress and around any cases of difficulty or need.
To advise on and perform pre-employment
screening based on assessment of individuals health care needs and the risk
factors identified within their working environment and where necessary
referring for further OH clinical opinion where a range of options may be
available to address employment issues.
To assist in the production of pre-employment
standards.
To assist in the management of the Control of
Infection issues amongst staff in line with ABC Infection Control Policies
To interpret laboratory information based upon
clinical judgement with support from OHP.
To undertake individual vaccination and
immunisation programmes as directed by the department General Written
Instructions using own clinical judgement and evidence-based practice in
accordance with national, local and department policies, conducting assessment
of individual needs and providing education and advice to ensure informed
consent.
To carry out venepuncture on clients as per
policy and procedure based on clinical judgement and as part of a planned
individualised implementation of care.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Competent in vaccine administration
- Competent in venepuncture
Desirable
- Experience of assessing pre - employment questionnaires and undertaking subsequent appointments where required
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN qualified with valid NMC extensive post registration experience within the Occupational Health field (either NHS or private)
Desirable
- Diploma in Occupational Health practice (DipOHPrac)
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills within all disciplines
- Experience of data gathering
- Shows sensitivity to the needs of others
- Able to build credibility quickly and work collaboratively within the wider organisation
Behaviours and Values
Essential
- Able to work on own initiative
- Deliver the best service to clients whilst ensuring the right outcomes for patients in a timely manner
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Competent in vaccine administration
- Competent in venepuncture
Desirable
- Experience of assessing pre - employment questionnaires and undertaking subsequent appointments where required
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN qualified with valid NMC extensive post registration experience within the Occupational Health field (either NHS or private)
Desirable
- Diploma in Occupational Health practice (DipOHPrac)
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills within all disciplines
- Experience of data gathering
- Shows sensitivity to the needs of others
- Able to build credibility quickly and work collaboratively within the wider organisation
Behaviours and Values
Essential
- Able to work on own initiative
- Deliver the best service to clients whilst ensuring the right outcomes for patients in a timely manner
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
