Job summary
To assist and support the Head of Employee Health and Wellbeing Services as part of multidisciplinary team in the co-ordination, provision and delivery of an effective high-quality Occupational Health service, providing specialist advice and clinical services to the managers and staff of Cardiff and Vale (CAV) University Health Board / Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board. Primarily this post will meet the needs of the Health Board however it may also cover a wide range of clients from both public and private sectors.
The post holder will operate within the collaborative working model which encompasses both CAV and CTM University Health Boards with a requirement to work across all Occupational Health sites where required. also providing a service to external organisations as directed.
The post holder will work directly with clients to provide a comprehensive Occupational Health Service. The post holder will undertake all aspects of line management in relation to the Occupational Health nursing team as part of the collaborative model.
Main duties of the job
Toassist and support the Head of Employee Health and Wellbeing Services as part of multidisciplinary team in the co-ordination, provision and delivery of an effective high-quality Occupational Health service, providing specialist advice and clinical services to the managers and staff of Cardiff and Vale (CAV) University Health Board / Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board. Primarily this post will meet the needs of the Health Board however it may also cover a wide range of clients from both public and private sectors.
The post holder will operate within the collaborative working model which encompasses both CAV and CTM University Health Boards with a requirement to work across all Occupational Health sites where required. also providing a service to external organisations as directed.
The post holder will work directly with clients to provide a comprehensive Occupational Health Service. The post holder will undertake all aspects of line management in relation to the Occupational Health nursing team as part of the collaborative model.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well",and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Registration Sub Part 1 Adult General
- Post basic qualification at either diploma or degree level in Occupational Health
- Evidence of relevant ongoing professional development
Desirable
- Health & Safety qualification Teaching qualification Health Promotion qualification Management qualification Leadership qualification Research qualification
- Current NMC Registration Sub Part 3 SCPHN OH
Experience
Essential
- Occupational Health nursing Case management of complex sickness absence Experience of managing a team Experience of planning an OH campaign, e.g. health surveillance, flu planning Assessment of health risks in the workplace Experience of health surveillance
Desirable
- Change management Health promotion Helipad fitness screening/HGV medicals Service development
Skills
Essential
- General management & leadership skills Able to work under own initiative, prioritise own workload, self-motivated and capable of working to strict deadlines Ability to demonstrate proactive approach to health care initiatives Excellent communication & presentation skills
- Wide range of practical skills (Spirometry, venepuncture, audiometry, vaccination)
- Willingness to extend role in line with NMC Scope of Professional Practice
- Proficient IT Skills
Desirable
- Use of OPAS or Equivelent OH Database
Special Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the wider NHS & OH role
Desirable
- Knowledge of Nurse Led Occupational Health services Budgetary and Financial Management Participation in Clinical Audit Service development
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to be creative, innovative, adaptable, organised & methodical Positive role model, enthusiastic & self-motivating Team player High standards of personal and professional achievement
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel ina timely manner
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC Registration Sub Part 1 Adult General
- Post basic qualification at either diploma or degree level in Occupational Health
- Evidence of relevant ongoing professional development
Desirable
- Health & Safety qualification Teaching qualification Health Promotion qualification Management qualification Leadership qualification Research qualification
- Current NMC Registration Sub Part 3 SCPHN OH
Experience
Essential
- Occupational Health nursing Case management of complex sickness absence Experience of managing a team Experience of planning an OH campaign, e.g. health surveillance, flu planning Assessment of health risks in the workplace Experience of health surveillance
Desirable
- Change management Health promotion Helipad fitness screening/HGV medicals Service development
Skills
Essential
- General management & leadership skills Able to work under own initiative, prioritise own workload, self-motivated and capable of working to strict deadlines Ability to demonstrate proactive approach to health care initiatives Excellent communication & presentation skills
- Wide range of practical skills (Spirometry, venepuncture, audiometry, vaccination)
- Willingness to extend role in line with NMC Scope of Professional Practice
- Proficient IT Skills
Desirable
- Use of OPAS or Equivelent OH Database
Special Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the wider NHS & OH role
Desirable
- Knowledge of Nurse Led Occupational Health services Budgetary and Financial Management Participation in Clinical Audit Service development
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to be creative, innovative, adaptable, organised & methodical Positive role model, enthusiastic & self-motivating Team player High standards of personal and professional achievement
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel ina timely manner
Desirable
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).
