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Peripatetic Occupational Health Technician (Chelmsford)

Peripatetic Occupational Health Technician (Chelmsford)

locationChelmsford, UK
remoteOnsite
PublishedPublished: Published 2 weeks ago
Occupational Health Technician
Full time
£25,000 - £27,000 per year
Healthcare | Occupational Health
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Healthcare Recruitment
Peripatetic Occupational Health Technician

Chelmsford
£25,000 - £27,000 + Excellent Benefits
Full Time | Permanent



OH Medical is currently recruiting for a Peripatetic Occupational Health Technician to join a leading Occupational Health provider delivering workplace health services across a wide range of industries.

This is an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Health Technician looking for a varied and rewarding role with extensive travel, hands-on health surveillance experience, and excellent long-term career development.

The successful Occupational Health Technician will travel across the Chelmsford area and wider UK using a Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) to deliver workplace health screening and Occupational Health services directly on client sites.

Whether you already have Occupational Health Technician experience or come from a healthcare, emergency services, military medic or sports science background, this role offers excellent training and support to develop your Occupational Health career.



The Role - Occupational Health Technician

As a Peripatetic Occupational Health Technician, you will deliver health surveillance and wellbeing screening services across multiple client sites, supporting employees in maintaining safe and healthy working environments.

Duties will include:
  • Health surveillance, including audiometry and spirometry
  • Baseline measurements, including height, weight, blood pressure and urinalysis
  • Accurate recording of Occupational Health data and medical records
  • Supporting Occupational Health Nurses and Physicians with clinical information
  • Maintaining and checking Occupational Health equipment
  • Delivering workplace wellbeing and health promotion initiatives
  • Travelling nationwide using a Mobile Medical Unit (MMU)
  • Overnight stays throughout the working week


Occupational Health Technician Requirements

To be considered for this Occupational Health Technician role, you may have experience as:
  • Occupational Health Technician
  • Hospital Healthcare Assistant
  • Emergency Care Assistant (ECA)
  • Ambulance Technician
  • Emergency Care Technician (ECT)
  • Army Medic or Military Medic
  • Sports Science Graduate
You will also require:
  • A full UK manual driving licence held for at least 12 months
  • Ability to travel and stay away during the week - (overnight stays up to 3 weeks out of 4 per month)
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • Good understanding of GDPR and confidential medical information
  • The ability to work independently and manage your own workload


Training & Support

Full training and induction will be provided through a structured 3-week training programme alongside ongoing mentoring and clinical support. This is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career within Occupational Health with a highly supportive and established team.



Travel & Accommodation

This Occupational Health Technician role involves regular travel and overnight stays across the UK.

To support work-life balance, you will receive:
  • Diary visibility up to 6 weeks in advance
  • Weekly subsistence reimbursement for overnight stays
  • Access to Premier Inn booking facilities
  • Fuel card provided
  • Company vehicle once available
You must be able to park a Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) safely at or near your home address overnight.



Salary & Benefits
  • £25,000 - £27,000 salary depending on experience
  • Contributory pension scheme up to 6%
  • Life assurance
  • 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Additional birthday day off
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Health cashback plan
  • Ongoing Occupational Health career development


Location

This Occupational Health Technician role will include regional travel throughout the Chelmsford and surrounding area, with occasional nationwide travel required.



How To Apply:

Click Apply Now and send us an up-to-date CV showcasing your relevant skills and experience.

About OH Medical:

OH Medical is a trusted recruitment consultancy dedicated to the Occupational Health, Wellbeing and Health & Safety sectors. We specialise in delivering tailored recruitment solutions for both agency and permanent roles, supporting professionals and employers across the UK.



Salary range

  • £25,000 - £27,000 per year