Job Description

Closing Date 2025/04/11
Reference Number MMH241114-8
Job Title Occupational Health Nurse
Position Type Permanent
Role Family Medical
Cluster Health Solutions
Remote Opportunity None of the time
Location - Country South Africa
Location - Province KwaZulu-Natal
Location - Town / City Island View, Durban
IntroductionMomentum Health Solutions (MHS), an entity of Momentum Metropolitan Holdings delivers sustainable, integrated health and wellness solutions that meet the needs of clients in the different segments and maximise lifetime client value. We build and maintain a culture of innovation and create value through unique insights into how to achieve specific outcomes by using a defined set of health capabilities.
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Role PurposeThe role of the Occupational Health Nurse is to provide a comprehensive occupational healthcare programme to clients, whilst adhering to all legal requirements.
Requirements

• A National Senior Certificate is essential
• Degree / Diploma in Occupational Health Nursing is essential
• Certificates in Audiology, Spirometry and Vision Screening are essential
• A valid Dispensing course certificate is essential
• It is essential to be in possession of a valid driver's licence and own insured vehicle
• Must be registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as an Occupational Health Practitioner
• Valid registration with the South African Society of Occupational Health Nurses (SASOHN)
• Minimum of 3 yearsxe2x80x99 experience in Occupational Health Nursing
• Have a good understanding of the Health & Safety Act and relevant legislation
• Must be willing to be on standby for after hour injuries on duty
• MS Office 365 proficiency

Duties & Responsibilities

• Implement and evaluate a risk-based medical surveillance programme which includes pre-employment, baseline, annual, transfers and exit medical screening.
• Implement, manage and monitor activities relating to occupational safety, health and waste.
• Manage, administrate, report and follow-up of Injury on Duty cases according to the employersxe2x80x99 policies and procedures xe2x80x93 includes being on standby.
• Respond to medical emergencies within scope of practice.
• Assist with worker integration into the workplace after prolonged absence.
• Recognise chronic disease early and manage these conditions to ensure productivity.
• Consultation, counselling and/or referral of employees when needed.
• Provide a consultancy and advisory service to line management and client employees on occupational health matters such as absenteeism management and sick leave follow-ups.
• Compliance with all legislation relating to occupational health.
• Investigate client queries within the agreed service level and escalate to the relevant stakeholder where necessary, and ensure timeous feedback is provided.
• Identify, analyse and monitor trends relating to specific hazard exposures and ensure preventative measures are implemented.
• Promote wellness in the workplace by conducting frequent health education talks with site employees.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Oversee and assist with ordering, housekeeping and maintenance of the occupational health service and occupational health service equipment.
• Various administrative functions such as data capturing, as well as document and record management, to ensure confidentiality, continuity, accessibility and legibility.
• Continuously develop own expertise in terms of professional, industry and legislation knowledge.

Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build good rapport
• Excellent listening skills
• Ability to work independently
• Empathetic and compassionate nature
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to plan, organise and coordinate

PolicyWe are committed to Employment Equity, diversity and inclusion when recruiting internally and externally. All appointments are made in alignment to our Employment Equity goals and we encourage people with disabilities to apply.

Momentum Group