Fixed Term 18 month Contract
We're currently seeking Senior Occupational Health Nurse based in and around Leamington Spa to work within a state of the art, high output diagnostics laboratory environment as part of the UK's NHS Test and Trace programme, helping society's return to a more normal way of life.
Gain invaluable experience and exposure to some of the country's most highly skilled individuals in the scientific community and join a supportive environment where training and accreditation (where relevant) will be provided for this role.
What you can expect:
A new Very High Throughput COVID DHSC testing facility requires a Qualified Occupational Health Nurse to join their team that will ultimately number over 2000 FTE
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing and appropriate qualifications to practice in the UK.
Occupational Health Nursing Qualification - Minimum diploma level Experience Minimum of 3 years clinical nursing experience together with a minimum of 2 years Occupational Health Nursing experience.
Previous experience of working as an Occupational Health Worker in a large or mid-sized company or institution.
What we're looking for:
Working with the senior leadership team to develop, implement and manage occupational health programmes through the establishment of policies and procedures.
Perform new starter health assessments to comply with statutory legislation and Corporate Occupational Health requirements.
Maintain medical records as required by UK law and Corporate Occupational Health requirements.
Maintain confidentiality of employee health information and occupational health notes as per statutory and Corporate requirements.
Assess, manage and undertake health surveillance and health assessments to comply with statutory legislation and Corporate Occupational Health requirements.
Working with the H&S team develop appropriate risk assessments such as DSE maternity or workplace ergonomics.
Support H&S and line managers to assess level of risk and determine first aid requirements.
Develop, conduct & manage physical and mental health promotion.
Support Line Managers & HR with case management of sickness absence, including long term sickness and work-related injuries/illnesses.
Generate written reports to management.
Provide support to employees and where appropriate, refer to professional health professionals
Liaise with GP's, physiotherapists, or specialists as required.
In return:
You will receive a minimum 18-month contract with opportunity to go permanent and competitive rate of pay and a 10% retention payment (paid at 9 and 18 months). Please note, successful candidates will be required to spend a minimum 3 weeks in training working flexible day patterns (including some weekends) before transitioning onto your shift. Additional benefits include Company Sick Pay, Covid Sick Pay and Overtime Pay.
Working hours and shift times
The role will work on rotating day, 4 on/4 off shift pattern (including some weekend work) with staggered start times.
For further information on shift patterns and start / end times, please speak to the team to learn more.
Compliance checks
Please be aware that Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) including a media check is the required level of screening for all staff working at the Leamington Spa Laboratory.
Diversity at NHS Test and Trace
You will be joining a diverse and hugely welcoming team that reflects the communities we serve. We aim to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included and empowering them to contribute fully at work.
If you're ready for a new challenge and want to be part of the team delivering this essential lab work, please apply today.
Please note: Impellam Group is working in partnership with NHS Test and Trace, so you will be employed on a fixed-term employment basis with an Employing Agency (either SRG, Medacs, Lorien or Blue Arrow) within Impellam Group, in line with contractual employment terms and conditions set out by the respective Employing Agency, and not directly employed by NHS Test and Trace.