Job Description

Job Title:

Occupational Health Screening Nurse

Location:

Covering clinics in Morpeth, Sunderland, Gateshead

Salary:

Up to 36,000 per annum + benefits

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time - Monday to Friday



Right to live and work in the UK is required for this role

About Us

Optima Health are the UK market leader of Occupational Health and Wellbeing services. Our heritage can be traced back to 1947 where we were pioneers in the provision of Occupational Health and have led the way ever since, bringing new and innovative solutions to employers across the UK. We can offer unrivalled clinical expertise and industry leading tailored solutions to our clients. We work with over two thousand businesses, in various industries, and our aim is to improve the health and wellbeing of the UK workforce by supporting healthy high performance in our client organisations, helping them to achieve their full potential through their people.



Optima Health not only provide an excellent package, but we also offer a structured induction and training programme in your first few weeks. We offer tailored career development and opportunities for further training and qualifications, to support you in your career journey. We are committed to making this a really great place to work, so together, we live by our values; We are one team, we do the right thing, we are shaping tomorrow, and we are never too big to care.

Role Summary

This is a great opportunity for an Occupational Health Screening Nurse to join our dynamic and friendly team.



You will be based in clinics in Morpeth, Sunderland and Gateshead . This position is supporting the local NHS Trust who provide mental health, learning disabilities and neuro-rehabilitation services.



The successful applicant will have a thorough working knowledge of NHS immunisations and be competent to take blood and give vaccinations. There may also be the opportunity to do some blood scrutiny work. You will also be required to undertake some health survelliance which will include audiometry, spirometry, vision screening and skin assessments. We are able to provide training in this role.



In return, we offer an industry-leading training and development program to help you get where you want to go in Occupational Health. If you want to carry out additional training and qualifications or take on a leadership and management responsibility, then we will help support you.

Who Are We Looking For?

You will need to be a Registered General Nurse with previous experience in immunisations, phlebotomy and health assessments. Current NMC Registration You will need to be a proactive, friendly and professional person who is confident managing their own workload and working independently. Ability to travel to client site where required.

What Can We Offer You?

25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays Buy and sell holiday scheme Pension scheme Health Cash Plan Career progression opportunities Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to work scheme Eye care test vouchers Flu vaccination scheme Employee discount scheme Life assurance Professional registrations fees paid Clinical Training Academy



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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