Occupational Health Adviser

Occupational Health Adviser - 30 hours / four days a week

Department/Location: Occupational Health and Safety Service

Salary: £29,799-£38,833 pro rata

Reference: AN15739

Closing date: 15 June 2018

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part time Occupational Health Nurse Adviser (OHNA) to join our small but busy team.  The Occupational Health Service (OHS) is part of the University Occupational Health and Safety Service and is responsible for the development of occupational health support, compliance and support services for staff and studentships throughout the University and Departments.

Applicants should have a General Nurse qualification and be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. The position will require the successful applicant to work as an Occupational Health Nurse Adviser and to have attained a postgraduate nursing qualification (degree, diploma or certificate) in Occupational Health.

Where a suitable candidate does not yet hold a postgraduate qualification in Occupational Health Nursing, the OHS is in a position to appoint at Grade 6 (salary £28,098 - £33,518 [pro rata]). The necessary training and support will be provided to the applicant in order to attain the postgraduate qualification. This will be subject to course commencement dates within the first two years of employment. Once the postgraduate qualification has been attained, the appropriate salary grade shall be applied.

As an Occupational Health Nurse Adviser, the successful applicant will work alongside colleagues to provide advice and support to staff and students through referrals, health surveillance and work and travel related immunisation.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. This appointment also requires NMC Registration.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please visit:

Please quote reference AN15739 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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