Occupational Health PhysicianNHS

Job summary

We are looking for an Occupational Health Physician (OHP) to join our team supporting customers across Northern Ireland. The role combines home working with onsite delivery when required.

We welcome applications from doctors with previous Occupational Health experience, as well as doctors who have completed a Diploma in Occupational Medicine (DipOccMed) and are looking to develop their career in Occupational Health.

For doctors who are new to Occupational Health, we provide the training and support needed to develop your skills and confidence in the role. You will receive comprehensive training and ongoing support as you build your practical Occupational Health experience, allowing you to apply your DipOccMed knowledge in a clinical setting.

We are therefore keen to hear from doctors who have completed their DipOccMed and have a genuine interest in pursuing a career as an Occupational Health Physician, even if you have not yet gained hands-on Occupational Health experience.

Main duties of the job

You will be required to carry out:

• Telephone and face-to-face consultations
• Sickness absence management
• Attendance and performance case management
• Ill-health retirement advice
• Pre-placement consultations
• Health surveillance
• HAVS Tier 4 assessments

Job description

Please refer to the attached file for the full job description, which provides detailed information about the role, including its key responsibilities, required qualifications, skills, experience, and other relevant details. The document outlines the expectations for the position and offers a comprehensive overview to help you better understand the opportunity. Kindly review the attachment carefully to gain a clearer understanding of the role and its requirements. If you have any questions or need further clarification regarding the job description, please feel free to reach out for additional information.

About us

Optima Health is the UK's largest provider of Occupational Health and wellbeing services, supporting organisations across both the public and private sectors. With a heritage dating back to 1947, we have been helping employers create healthier, high-performing workplaces for generations, and we continue to evolve with innovative, practical solutions that make a real difference. At the heart of our story are our people. We bring together like-minded professionals who are passionate about improving workplace health and wellbeing and delivering meaningful support to the organisations we work with across the UK. When you join Optima Health, you become part of something bigger. We invest in our people/you through structured induction, ongoing training and tailored career development, helping you build the skills and experience to grow your career. Together, we live our values: One Team There are no barriers in our business. We trust each other and work together as one team to deliver what our clients need. We all have a part to play in our future, and everyone's contribution is important and valued. Doing the Right Thing We operate to the highest standards. Success is underpinned by honesty and integrity, and by doing what we say we will do. We care about the impact of our work on our people, our clients, their employees, society, and the world we live in. Caring for our colleagues' wellbeing and respecting their time, energy and balance is fundamental to this value.