Peripatetic Occupational Health Technician

Job Title: Peripatetic Occupational Health Technician
Salary: 24,000 - 26,000 per annum
Location: Sheffield/Lincoln area

My client is seeking an Occupational Health Technician to join their expanding team. In this role, you will have the exciting opportunity to travel across the UK, delivering health surveillance services at various client sites while operating a Mobile Medical Unit (MMU). The role involves regular overnight stays, and the successful candidate must be comfortable with frequent travel, with the possibility of being away for approximately three out of four weeks each month. However, you will always return home for the weekend.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct health surveillance screenings, including audiometry, lung function testing, drug and alcohol testing, and general baseline measurements (height, weight, blood pressure, urinalysis).
• Ensure all medical information is accurately recorded and passed to the relevant clinical staff.
• Ensure that all equipment is well-maintained, clean, and fit for purpose.
• Support the Occupational Health team with additional tasks such as health promotion activities and general administrative support (e.g. filing and tidying).
• Assist in the smooth running of the department by ensuring all data is accurately gathered and recorded.
• While the Occupational Health Technician is not responsible for interpreting clinical results (except for drug and alcohol testing), you will provide vital biometric data to support clinical decisions.

Skills & Experience:

• Strong time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with health promotion activities and health surveillance.
• Knowledge of GDPR and confidentiality requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with the ability to manage your own workload and meet deadlines.
• Approachable, with strong interpersonal skills.
• Full UK manual driving license.

Education & Qualifications:

Relevant experience in a health-related field (e.g., Healthcare Assistant, EMT, Military Medic, or similar backgrounds).
Ideally, a background in health surveillance.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 6%).
• Life assurance.
• Starting with 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Access to Vitality Health.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and reliable individual to develop their skills and contribute to a growing team in a supportive and dynamic environment. If you are looking for a role with variety and travel, apply today to be considered!