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Location
Guernsey | United Kingdom
Job description
CLINICAL: To work autonomously and manage own workload, whilst working as part of the multidisciplinary team within occupational health To deliver agreed service standards for Occupational Health Services contracts to HSC, Other States of Guernsey Departments and other clients using agreed standards. To undertake screening of pre work health assessment forms and make assessments of fitness for proposed post in line with departmental guidelines and level of competence. To generate appointments for staff for work related immunisations and screening based on job requirements, current immunisation status and in line with local policy and guidance. To advise staff and managers on work related immunisation requirements and to undertake immunisation clinics providing occupational immunisations and screening for staff and external clients, as indicated by local risk assessment and immunisation policy. To undertake management of body fluid exposure incidents involving staff in line with local policy and to liaise effectively with other parties in ensuring that appropriate action is taken to minimise risk to staff from such incidents. To assist with the delivery and development of specific targeted health surveillance programmes (audiometry, spirometry, vision testing etc) in conjunction with Head of Department / OHA and relevant managers and with appropriate training where required. Assist with the development and implementation of written procedures and policies for all departmental activities and to assist with research-based activities, which are needed to inform such policies. To work with the OHA to develop and publicise Occupational Health Services and ensure the highest quality of care for staff. Assist the HSC in planning and delivery of specific, targeted health promotion campaigns and in delivery of the annual flu vaccination campaign for HSC staff, identified States of Guernsey Departments and private organisations. To forward plan and ensure adequate departmental medical, pharmaceutical supplies and equipment are maintained and that systems for record keeping and audit activities are adhered to and developed where necessary. Ensure that all written and electronic records implement use of computerised database ensuring information is recorded, stored and retrieved as per The Data Protection (Bailiwick of Guernsey) Law 2017. To assist efficient contact tracing and follow up of staff exposed to infectious pathogens in the course of their work. To ensure that relevant tests and investigations are ordered, undertaken and interpreted, liasing with other health care professionals where appropriate and advising results to staff. HEALTH AND SAFETY / INFECTION CONTROL / RISK ASSESSMENT: Ensure compliance with all legislation requirements, e.g. Guernsey Legislation andaccepted UK Standards. Ensures that the Department provides a positive and safe environment for clients, staff and visitors Reports untoward accidents and occurrences and near misses in line with HSC procedure Ensures protective clothing and equipment is used in line with Infection Control Policy Responsible for ensuring that all members of the Department are familiar with and competent in the action required in emergencies, e.g. cardiac arrest, fire. EDUCATION AND TRAINING: To contribute to occupational health training programs within the organisation and deliver relevant presentations where appropriate. Maintain own professional development and portfolio, by keeping updated on Occupational Health and other nursing issues. The post holder may need to attend off island training courses which may involve overnight stays in the UK, as part of ongoing professional development and as agreed with the Head of Department Participate in opportunities for teaching and learning both in the department and HSC wide. RESEARCH: Participate in research, audit and clinical governance activity related to department activity and organisational objectives. Ability to critically reflect upon work practices and situations in order to improve practice and services to organisations and individual clients. Will be guided by, and interpret national and organisational policies within the context of OH practice to a local level. COMMUNICATION: Maintain effective communication with clients, managers and other professionals to ensure service delivery. Communicate information to clients and managers whilst maintaining confidentiality, in line with NMC and RCN Guidelines and HSC Policy on Confidentiality. Collaborate with other members of the multidisciplinary team within HSC i.e. Health &Safety, Infection Control, Physiotherapists. Demonstrates a high degree of communication skills required working with all levels of clients using the service, and other health professionals as required.
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£36.9k - £47.59k per annum
