Occupational Health Consultant

Describe main duties of the job To work as part of the Occupational Health and Wellbeing Team to provide a highquality Occupational Health service to all staff of University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust, as well as external customers and service users, in accordance with agreed Trust policies and procedures. To deliver, in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team, a full Occupational Health and Wellbeing nursing service in line with agreed standard operating procedures and protocols, supporting the maintenance of Safe Effective Quality Occupational Health Service (SEQOHS) standards and upholding Trust values at all times. To actively support the NHS People Plan and People Promise, contributing to a safe, healthy, and inclusive working environment that promotes staff wellbeing, engagement, and retention. To support the Head of Department in delivering a high standard of service user care and continuous service improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Case Management Conduct complex occupational health assessments (fitness for work, ill-health retirement, long-term sickness absence) Provide specialist medical opinions on work capability, restrictions, and adjustments Manage referrals involving physical, psychological, and occupational disease conditions Support case conferences and multidisciplinary reviews Expert Medical Advice Advise HR, senior management, and stakeholders on medical aspects of employment Interpret clinical information in the context of workplace demands

Provide guidance relating to

o Equality Act 2010 (disability assessments) o Health and Safety at Work Act o Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations Support complex decision-making involving risk, legal considerations, and employee wellbeing Occupational Health Strategy & Policy Contribute to development of occupational health and wellbeing strategies Lead on clinical governance, quality standards, and service improvement Develop and review OH policies and procedures Provide input to organisational health risk management Health Surveillance & Risk Management Oversee health surveillance programmes (e.g., HAVS, respiratory, noise exposure) Advise on occupational hazards and workplace risks Contribute to risk assessments and control measures Mental Health & Wellbeing Provide expert input into complex mental health cases Support workplace stress risk assessments and mental health strategies Advise on rehabilitation and return-to-work planning Education & Training Deliver training to managers and HR on occupational health topics Provide supervision and mentorship to OH nurses and junior clinicians Support continuing professional development within the OH team