Occupational Health Practitioner
| Posting date: | 03 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 February 2026 |
| Location: | Rotherham, S65 3HD |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | B0098-26-0005 |
Summary
Role Purpose To deliver a high-quality, clinically robust Occupational Health (OH) service that promotes, maintains, and improves the physical and mental wellbeing of staff employed by Rotherham GP Federation, as well as providing outsourced OH services to GP practices and other organisations. The role supports managers and staff to manage health at work effectively, reduce sickness absence, and enable staff to work safely and productively. Clinical and Professional Duties Provide specialist Occupational Health advice and clinical assessments to support employee health, wellbeing, attendance, and capability. Undertake management referrals, return-to-work assessments, health and wellbeing reviews, and rehabilitation planning to support staff in remaining at or returning to work. Assess and evaluate pre-employment health questionnaires, requesting further information where required, and provide clear fitness-for-work advice to employing managers, including recommendations for reasonable adjustments or restrictions. Deliver proactive case management for short- and long-term absence, supporting organisations to reduce sickness absence and improve workforce resilience. Administer immunisations and vaccinations required for employment purposes, in line with national guidance, local policy, and service-level agreements. Review, assess, and act upon screening results, post-vaccination blood results, and health surveillance outcomes in accordance with Department of Health guidance and Occupational Health best practice. Respond to sharps injuries and exposure incidents, providing advice, guidance, and follow-up in line with infection control and occupational health policies. Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical records using electronic and written systems. Health Surveillance, Risk Management and Prevention Deliver health surveillance and screening programmes as indicated by role-related risk assessments, including (where appropriate) audiometry, spirometry, HAVS, DSE, working at heights, confined spaces, and similar assessments. Advise managers and staff on workplace health risks and environmental hazards, including stress, COSHH, PPE, display screen equipment, and noise exposure. Contribute to risk assessments and ergonomic reviews, advising on workplace design and reasonable adjustments. Support organisations in preventing work-related illness and injury and promoting safe systems of work. Actively promote health, wellbeing, and healthy work practices across the Federation and client practices. Equipment, Safety and Infection Control Take responsibility for the safe use, maintenance, and storage of clinical equipment required for Occupational Health duties. Maintain a safe, clean, and professional working environment at all times. Demonstrate full compliance with infection prevention and control policies, including hygiene standards and safe clinical practice. Act as a role model for high standards of clinical care, safety, and professionalism. Policy, Service Development and Quality Improvement Contribute to the development, review, and implementation of Occupational Health policies, procedures, and clinical protocols, leading where appropriate. Participate in audit, service evaluation, and quality improvement activities to support continuous service development. Work closely with the HR Lead and Clinical Lead on matters relating to staff health, wellbeing, and attendance management. Identify and escalate service or resource issues that may impact service delivery, staff learning, development, or performance. Internal and External Relationships Establish and maintain effective professional relationships with managers, staff, HR teams, and external client organisations, respecting the confidential nature of Occupational Health work. Liaise with external agencies and healthcare providers as appropriate, referring staff for further assessment, treatment, or rehabilitation. Represent the Occupational Health service at meetings where required, including health and safety or wellbeing forums. Maintain links with professional networks and stakeholders to support best practice and service development. Education, Training and Professional Development Maintain professional competence, registration, and ongoing development in line with professional standards. Keep up to date with national, regional, and local Occupational Health developments, legislation, and guidance. Contribute to the teaching, training, and supervision of managers and staff on Occupational Health matters through one-to-one support, group sessions, and formal training. Support learners and colleagues by sharing clinical expertise and acting as a positive role model within the team. Emotional Effort Provide sensitive, compassionate, and professional support to staff experiencing ill health, distress, or challenging circumstances, while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries. Managing Self Participate in regular supervision, appraisal, and mandatory training. Maintain professional conduct and appearance at all times. Comply with all organisational policies, procedures, and equality requirements. Take personal responsibility for maintaining professional registration and continuing professional development. Seek advice and support from the Line Manager as required. This job description is not exhaustive and may be reviewed and amended in line with service needs following consultation with the post holder.