Job Title: Occupational Health Advisor
Location: Somerset
Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours, Monday - Friday
About Us
Optima Health is the UK's largest provider of Occupational Health and wellbeing services, supporting organisations across both the public and private sectors. With a heritage dating back to 1947, we have been helping employers create healthier, high-performing workplaces for generations, and we continue to evolve with innovative, practical solutions that make a real difference.
At the heart of our story are our people. We bring together like-minded professionals who are passionate about improving workplace health and wellbeing and delivering meaningful support to the organisations we work with across the UK.
When you join Optima Health, you become part of something bigger. We invest in our people/you through structured induction, ongoing training and tailored career development, helping you build the skills and experience to grow your career.
Together, we live our values:
One Team – There are no barriers in our business. We trust each other and work together as one team to deliver what our clients need. We all have a part to play in our future, and everyone's contribution is important and valued.
Doing the Right Thing – We operate to the highest standards. Success is underpinned by honesty and integrity, and by doing what we say we will do. We care about the impact of our work on our people, our clients, their employees, society, and the world we live in. Caring for our colleagues' wellbeing and respecting their time, energy and balance is fundamental to this value.
Shaping Tomorrow – We are always looking for ways to improve and innovate. We train, support and empower future leaders, invest in market-leading propositions and use technology to advance service and clinical outcomes. We evolve how we work - embracing smater, more flexible approaches that help our people thrive both professionally and personally.
Never Too Big to Care – We always retain a client-first approach. Every client, and every one of their employees that we support, matters. We work in partnership to optimise workplace health and wellbeing, sharing in the benefits of growing together
Role Summary
Are you an experienced Occupational Health Advisor seeking a role that offers both flexibility and variety? Join our dedicated team in this hybrid position, combining home-based work with onsite clinic cover across the Somerset area as required.
In this role, you'll play a key part in supporting employee health and wellbeing through a diverse range of occupational health services. Your responsibilities will include:
Conducting workplace assessments and identifying potential health risks
Delivering sickness absence management, health surveillance, pre-employment, and fitness-for-work screenings
Providing expert advice on both physical and mental health matters
Maintaining the highest standards of clinical and professional practice
In return, you'll have access to our industry-leading training and development programme, designed to help you progress in your Occupational Health career. Whether your goal is to gain additional qualifications or move into leadership and management, we'll provide the support and opportunities to help you achieve it.
If you're passionate about promoting workplace wellbeing and delivering exceptional occupational health care, we'd love to hear from you.
Who Are We Looking For?
- Registered General Nurse with proven experience working as an Occupational Health Advisor
- Current NMC Registration
- You will need to be a proactive, friendly and professional person who is confident managing their own workload.
- The role also involves travelling to clinics, so a full UK driving license is a must.
What Can We Offer You?
- 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
- Buy and Sell Holiday Scheme
- Life Assurance
- Pension Scheme
- Health Cash Plan
- Volunteer Days
- YuLife Employee Benefits Platform
- Save As You Earn Scheme
- Eye Test Vouchers
- Flu Vaccination Scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Clinical Training Academy
- Paid CPD Days
- Professional Registration Fees Paid
- RAVE Awards
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Right to Request Flexible Working From Day 1
Optima Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants meeting the minimum criteria for the role will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender or gender expression, disability, race or ethnicity, religion or belief or sexual orientation.
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