Band 8b Occupational Health Clinical Lead

Job Title: Clinical Lead for Occupational Health (Band 8B)
Location: Working Well Gloucester
Pay Rate: £42 per hour
Contract Type: Temporary / Agency

Job Description:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly skilled and experienced Clinical Lead for Occupational Health (Band 8B) to join the team at Working Well Gloucester. This role is ideal for an occupational health professional with a strong clinical background and leadership experience who is ready to take on a pivotal role in shaping and delivering exceptional occupational health services.
As the Clinical Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing clinical practices, ensuring the highest standards of care, and supporting the well-being of a diverse workforce. You’ll work closely with other healthcare professionals, provide expert guidance, and drive quality improvements across the service. This is a dynamic and rewarding position that combines clinical expertise, strategic planning, and people management.
Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage clinical services within the Occupational Health department, ensuring compliance with clinical standards and best practices. Provide expert guidance on occupational health issues, including risk assessments, workplace health promotion, and employee rehabilitation. Conduct clinical assessments, manage case reviews, and oversee complex cases. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement health and wellness programs. Ensure service standards are met and that the Occupational Health unit operates efficiently and effectively. Support and mentor junior team members, fostering a positive and productive work environment. Contribute to policy development and service improvements in line with current legislation and best practices in occupational health.

Requirements:

Registered Nurse with specialist training in Occupational Health or equivalent experience. Proven experience in a senior occupational health role, ideally within an NHS or similar healthcare setting. Demonstrated leadership and management skills with the ability to inspire and develop teams. Strong understanding of occupational health standards, legislation, and compliance. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with staff at all levels. Competency in assessing and managing clinical risks and complex cases.

Benefits of Joining Service Care Solutions:

Competitive hourly rate of £42. Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a leading occupational health service. Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. Supportive and collaborative team environment. Please also bear in mind our £250 referral fee bonus for any health care professional you refer who we place in to work on a 3 month contract. We also offer a £250 sign up bonus for any qualified professionals that register with our agency. This will be paid in your first pay packet. The Benefits of working with Service Care Solutions: - DBS disclosures provided via fast track online services free of charge - £250 training allowance
- Excellent pay rates
- Specialist consultants offering single point of contact
- Frequent notifications of upcoming opportunities via text and email
- Ltd and PAYE payment options available
- Nationwide provider of mental health staff to over 40 different NHS Trusts and over 200 local authorities

This role offers the chance to drive clinical excellence in occupational health at a prestigious organisation. If you’re a proactive and dedicated professional looking to advance your career, we’d love to hear from you.