Peripatetic Occupational Health Technician (Inverness)

Job Description

Peripatetic Occupational Health Technician

Location: Inverness with regional travel and occasional nationwide travel.
Salary: £25,000 to £27,000 per annum, depending on experience.
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week.

OH Medical is recruiting for a Peripatetic Occupational Health Technician to join a leading Occupational Health provider. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within Occupational Health while working in a varied, field-based role. You’ll travel to client sites in a Mobile Medical Unit, delivering essential health surveillance services across a range of industries. This role involves regular travel and overnight stays, typically being away from home for up to three weeks out of four, with weekends spent at home. A comprehensive three-week induction programme, ongoing mentoring, and excellent support make this an ideal opportunity for candidates looking to build their experience.

Duties

• Deliver health surveillance including audiometry, spirometry and baseline health assessments
• Carry out biometric measurements including height, weight, blood pressure and urinalysis
• Accurately record clinical information and maintain Occupational Health records
• Ensure all medical equipment is clean, maintained and ready for use
• Support workplace health promotion initiatives where required
• Gather and record accurate information to support clinical decision-making
• Drive a Mobile Medical Unit to client sites across the region and occasionally nationwide
• Maintain high standards of confidentiality and GDPR compliance

Criteria

• Full UK manual driving licence held for a minimum of 12 months
• Ability to travel extensively with regular overnight stays – you can be away from home for around 3 out of 4 weeks of the month, however you will always be home on the Friday night for the weekend
• Suitable home location to safely park a Mobile Medical Unit overnight
• Previous experience as a Healthcare Support Worker, Emergency Care Assistant, Ambulance Technician, Emergency Care Technician, Army Medic or similar would be beneficial
• Sports Science graduates with experience carrying out baseline health assessments are encouraged to apply
• Good understanding of GDPR and confidential record keeping
• Excellent communication, organisational and time management skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

Salary & Benefits

• £25,000 to £27,000 per annum depending on experience
• 37.5 hours per week, typically between 8:00am and 6:00pm
• Contributory pension scheme up to 6%
• Life assurance
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Birthday leave
• Discounted gym membership
• Health cashback plan
• Three-week induction and training programme with ongoing mentoring
• Six weeks’ advance diary visibility
• Fuel card provided
• Premier Inn account for business travel bookings
• Subsistence allowance paid for overnight stays
• Company van provided following initial onboarding period

How To Apply

Click Apply Now and send us an up-to-date CV showcasing your relevant skills and experience. If you require more information about this fantastic opportunity or to discuss it in confidence, please get in touch with Ellen Harris or the team on . Alternatively, you can email your CV to .

About OH Medical:

OH Medical is a trusted recruitment consultancy dedicated to the Occupational Health, Wellbeing and Health & Safety sectors. We specialise in delivering tailored recruitment solutions for both agency and permanent roles, supporting professionals and employers across the UK.