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Peripatetic Occupational Health Technician

Location: Inverness with regional travel and occasional nationwide travel
Salary: £25,000 to £27,000 per annum, depending on experience
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week



OH Medical is recruiting for a Peripatetic Occupational Health Technician to join a leading Occupational Health provider. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within Occupational Health while working in a varied, field-based role. You'll travel to client sites in a Mobile Medical Unit, delivering essential health surveillance services across a range of industries. This role involves regular travel and overnight stays, typically being away from home for up to three weeks out of four, with weekends spent at home. A comprehensive three-week induction programme, ongoing mentoring, and excellent support make this an ideal opportunity for candidates looking to build their experience.



Duties

• Deliver health surveillance including audiometry, spirometry and baseline health assessments
• Carry out biometric measurements including height, weight, blood pressure and urinalysis
• Accurately record clinical information and maintain Occupational Health records
• Ensure all medical equipment is clean, maintained and ready for use
• Support workplace health promotion initiatives where required
• Gather and record accurate information to support clinical decision-making
• Drive a Mobile Medical Unit to client sites across the region and occasionally nationwide
• Maintain high standards of confidentiality and GDPR compliance

Criteria

• Full UK manual driving licence held for a minimum of 12 months
• Ability to travel extensively with regular overnight stays - you can be away from home for around 3 out of 4 weeks of the month, however, you will always be home on the Friday night for the weekend
• Suitable home location to safely park a Mobile Medical Unit overnight
• Previous experience as a Healthcare Support Worker, Emergency Care Assistant, Ambulance Technician, Emergency Care Technician, Army Medic or similar would be beneficial
• Sports Science graduates with experience carrying out baseline health assessments are encouraged to apply
• Good understanding of GDPR and confidential record keeping
• Excellent communication, organisational and time management skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

Salary & Benefits

• £25,000 to £27,000 per annum depending on experience
• 37.5 hours per week, typically between 8:00am and 6:00pm
• Contributory pension scheme up to 6%
• Life assurance
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Birthday leave
• Discounted gym membership
• Health cashback plan
• Three-week induction and training programme with ongoing mentoring
• Six weeks' advance diary visibility
• Fuel card provided
• Premier Inn account for business travel bookings
• Subsistence allowance paid for overnight stays
• Company van provided following initial onboarding period

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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.