Occupational Health TechnicianLocation: MidlandsSalary: £24,000 - £26,000 per annum + BenefitsHours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (typically 8:30 am – 5:00 pm)
Our client is seeking an Occupational Health Technician to join their expanding peripatetic team. You will drive a Mobile Screening unit to client sites in and around the Midlands area, however flexibility when required to travel across the UK to deliver vital health surveillance services.
Main Responsibilities:
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Health Surveillance:
- Conduct health screening procedures including audiometry, lung function testing, and baseline measurements (height, weight, blood pressure, urinalysis)
- Perform drug and alcohol testing (with appropriate training)
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Clinical Support:
- Accurately record all medical information in occupational health records
- Ensure that biometric data is passed on to the relevant clinical staff for informed decision-making
- Maintain and ensure all equipment is clean, serviceable, and fit for purpose
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Team & Administrative Support:
- Assist with additional tasks such as health promotion activities
- Provide support with non-clinical duties (e.g., filing, tidying) to help the department run smoothly
- Collaborate effectively within the occupational health team to ensure accurate and comprehensive data collection
- Ability to prioritize your workload and manage your time effectively
- Excellent written and verbal skills; approachable with strong interpersonal abilities
- Knowledge in health surveillance techniques and health promotion
- Self-motivated, flexible, and capable of working independently
- Driving: A valid manual driving license