Job Description

About Us

Heales Medical is a well?established commercial provider of occupational health services serving UK organisations of all sizes and sectors--including both public and private clients from NHS trusts to local authorities, manufacturers and beyond

Since our founding in 1999, we've been committed to reducing sickness absence, promoting well-being, and supporting employees' return to work through early intervention and tailored health strategies

At Heales, we harness cutting?edge technology, including our bespoke, secure online management system and client?specific portals, to deliver efficient, flexible and digitally enabled services--such as pre?employment screening, health surveillance, immunisations, employee assistance programmes, musculoskeletal and stress assessments, and more

If you're seeking to be part of an organisation that champions innovation, values every team member's contribution, and offers opportunities across a diverse client base then Heales Medical could be the ideal place for you to flourish.

Job Overview

As an Occupational Health Physician, you will deliver expert medical care and evidence-based advice for employees across diverse organisations--ranging from private industry and public services to SMEs and large multinational clients. You'll play a vital role in promoting workforce health, managing risk, and enabling safe, well-supported return to work.

This role will include regular weekly site visits to our clients across the Hereford and Worcester area, and will be required to work at times between 8am and 8pm, between Monday and friday.

Responsibilities

Provide fitness-for-work assessments and pre-placement medicals to determine suitability for specific roles, recommending reasonable adjustments where needed. Lead health surveillance programmes for employees exposed to occupational hazards such as noise, vibration, respiratory risks and biological agents. Manage complex clinical cases referred by Occupational Health Advisors or Technicians, including advising on ill-health retirement and long-term sickness absence. Offer clinical leadership, supporting and training other OH professionals and contributing to service modernisation, quality standards and governance. Conduct workplace visits to evaluate physical and psychological working environments, offering evidence-based recommendations to minimise health risks. Draft comprehensive medical reports, participate in case conferences, and support absence and performance-related reviews. Advise clients on compliance with UK legislation (e.g. HSE, DWP, Reporting of Injuries, Diseases & Dangerous Occurrences Regulations) and best practice in occupational health management.

Required Skills & Experience

Full registration with the GMC; ideally a Member or Fellow of the Faculty of Occupational Medicine (MFOM or FFOM), or equivalent, and with a Diploma in Occupational Medicine (DOccMed) Proven experience in occupational health within both public and private sectors, particularly engaging with safety-critical industries or large organisations. Excellent diagnostic capability and ability to manage clinical complexity through a bio?psycho?social perspective. Strong interpersonal and communication skills: influencing senior stakeholders, engaging empathetically with patients, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams. Competence in health policy, occupational law and regulatory frameworks, including fitness-for-work, disability legislation, and health promotion. Excellent organisational ability, with experience in programme audit, quality improvement and service delivery planning.

Why this Role Matters

You will empower organisations and their workforces by bridging health care, well-being and workplace safety. Through early intervention, leadership in case management, and strategic advice, you'll help maintain productivity, reduce absence costs and support inclusive, healthy working environments. You'll contribute to high-quality occupational health delivery--optimising performance while protecting individuals.

How to Apply

If you wish to apply, please click the Apply button. We will need a copy of your CV and a cover letter describing how your skills, experience and qualifications will relate to this specific role. You can make a direct application to recruitment@heales.com

Heales Medical is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is respected, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 68,915.94-139,882.09 per year

Expected hours: 22.5 - 37.5 per week

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

Occupational health: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

GMC Registration (required) DOccMed Qualification (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Location:

Hereford and Worcester (preferred)
Willingness to travel:

50% (required)
Work Location: On the road