Our client is searching for an Occupational Health Practitioner to join their team in Mpumalanga

Work Description:

• All Medical/Primary Healthcare functions on Site – making sure that all Medical examinations/tests are carried out, and recorded accurately and that medical care is given to all Employees professionally and efficiently

Key Responsibilities:

1. Medical Examinations:

• Conduct pre-employment, exit, and annual medical exams with a focus on physical fitness, eyesight, hearing, and other job-related health checks.
• Identify health risks, report findings to management, and refer employees to doctors as required.
• Organize specialized medical evaluations (e.g., fitness for duty, boarding).

2. Emergency & Injury Care:

• Attend to injured employees promptly and provide or arrange necessary emergency treatment.
• Complete COID forms and manage medical documentation for incidents.
• Ensure the clinic is well-equipped for emergencies, and manage First Aid training in coordination with approved training providers.

3. Primary Healthcare & Wellness Programs:

• Promote and provide primary health services to employees, monitor chronic conditions, and offer wellness support.
• Dispense medication according to medical guidelines and manage disease control for conditions like hypertension, asthma, and epilepsy.
• Coordinate HIV testing, and deliver counseling for alcohol, drug dependency, TB, and STD issues.
• Lead AIDS awareness, and health promotion sessions according to company policy.

4. Occupational Safety & Site Inspections:

• Conduct regular site inspections, focusing on pollution, hygiene, and compliance with occupational safety standards.
• Perform biological monitoring and advise on occupational health improvements.

5. Records & Compliance Management:

• Maintain accurate health records, monitor compliance with first aid and safety standards, and ensure health data sheets are up to date.
• Track and report health and safety issues, advising management on necessary adjustments to ensure a safe work environment.
• Monitor and update employee health files, manage clinic inventory, and ensure budget compliance.

6. Training, Reporting, and Health Communication:

• Train first aiders, conduct bi-annual emergency drills, and participate in SHE (Safety, Health, and Environment) and Wellness meetings.
• Compile monthly health reports, submit findings to the Risk Manager, and provide insights for Health & Safety Committee meetings.

Core Skills & Competencies:

• Essential Qualifications: Matric (Grade 12), General Nursing, Occupational Health Certification, Emergency Care, and a Dispensing License.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years in healthcare, with expertise in audiometry, regulatory compliance, emergency response, and health education.
• Key Abilities: Strong problem-solving skills, systematic and quality-oriented, with a high EQ, persuasive communication, and decision-making capabilities. Skilled in maintaining confidentiality and managing health risks efficiently.