Job summary
Occupational Health Advisor - Band 6
Due to expansion an exciting opportunity has arisen to join the in house Occupational Health Service which supports the health and wellbeing of Great Ormond Street Staff. We are seeking to recruit a qualified (on part 3 of the NMC register), experienced, highly motivated and enthusiastic occupational health advisor, to join our Occupational Health team.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will be involved in all aspects of the service; providing a high level comprehensive Occupational Health Service to Trust staff, facilitating employee wellbeing through health screening, health assessment and health promotion, working as part of a cohesive occupational health team within a very busy environment.
The ideal candidate will be highly confident, have excellent communication skills, proficient IT skills and a flexible pro-active approach to be able to manage a varied and demanding workload.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values
- Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse (with valid NMC)
- Registered (or eligible for entry) on part 3 of the NMC register.
- Degree/Diploma qualification in Occupational Health (or equivalent).
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- General consolidated clinical knowledge
- Experience of case management, undertaking fitness to work health assessments and health surveillance
- Experience in infection control issues in relation to OH such as immunisation schedules and infectious disease contact tracing
- A basic understanding of audit and quality assurance initiatives
- Experience of delivering health and wellbeing initiatives
- Experience of dealing with senior clinicians/managers/staff guidelines and healthcare standards
Desirable
- Experience of NHS Occupational Health Services
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Able to communicate well at all levels, developing effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the healthcare setting
- Able to work autonomously and as an effective and active member in a small team
- Able to organise and prioritise workloads
- Able to produce produce clear, concise actionable written reports
- Basic counselling skills
- Phlebotomy skills
- Computer literate with the ability to use IT competencies to maximise efficiency and effectiveness of relevant data systems, software and learning technologies
- Able to communicate well at all levels, developing effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the healthcare setting
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values
- Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse (with valid NMC)
- Registered (or eligible for entry) on part 3 of the NMC register.
- Degree/Diploma qualification in Occupational Health (or equivalent).
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- General consolidated clinical knowledge
- Experience of case management, undertaking fitness to work health assessments and health surveillance
- Experience in infection control issues in relation to OH such as immunisation schedules and infectious disease contact tracing
- A basic understanding of audit and quality assurance initiatives
- Experience of delivering health and wellbeing initiatives
- Experience of dealing with senior clinicians/managers/staff guidelines and healthcare standards
Desirable
- Experience of NHS Occupational Health Services
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Able to communicate well at all levels, developing effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the healthcare setting
- Able to work autonomously and as an effective and active member in a small team
- Able to organise and prioritise workloads
- Able to produce produce clear, concise actionable written reports
- Basic counselling skills
- Phlebotomy skills
- Computer literate with the ability to use IT competencies to maximise efficiency and effectiveness of relevant data systems, software and learning technologies
- Able to communicate well at all levels, developing effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the healthcare setting
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
