Job Description

Position is in Darwin.

We are seeking an Occupational Health Professional who can be a Registered or Enrolled Nurse, An Exercise Physiologist, OT etc to engage with clients whilst maintaining an affable environment and conduct the day-to-day pre-employment medicals and functionals so as to achieve a timely and thorough medical and functional capacity assessment. Reporting to the Director of DOS. AGE IS NO BARRIER. There exists the possibility in over one year for the successful candidate to purchase the business with the existing Director working on a part-time basis.

COMPANY PROFILE

Darwin Occupational Services offers Pre-Employment Medicals including Medical History Musculoskeletal examination, Eye tests (including colour & visual fields), Grip Strength, Height & Weight, Body Mass Index, Blood Pressure & Pulse, Urinalysis, Ear, chest, heart, abdomen and skin examination. Some of our other checks and services that we perform include Instant Onsite Drug Testing (saliva or urine), Alcohol Breath Testing, Immunisation for Influenza, Hepatitis A & B, Tetanus, Audiometry (Hearing Tests), Spirometry (Lung Tests) and Health & Wellness Checks. We are a NT WorkSafe accredited vocational rehabilitation provider.

Specific Accountabilities

• Gather a concise medical history


• Conducting hearing (audiometry) and lung (spirometry) testing


• Undertake drug & alcohol testing


• Conduct vital signs and clinical examinations


• Astute range of movement assessment

Key Result Areas & Key Performance Indicators

• Timely and efficient assessment - A  Pre-employment  medical  is  allocated  a  one-hour timeframe. A Functional Capacity assessment is allocated a one- hour timeframe. Clear hand writing


• Maintain equipment and supplies of materials - Advise the Director when stocks are getting low. Advise  Director if equipment is noted to be due for calibration.


• Public relations - Always present in a calm and assertive manner while maintaining timeframes.


• Punctuality and good communication - Presenting to work on time; good time management and preparation skills. Early notification if unable to attend scheduled day of work.


• Accuracy and timely reports to employers - Ensure paperwork is fully completed. Ensure the reviewing Occupational Physician receives the medical paperwork following the assessment. Ensuring the Employer receives their results within 24 to 48 hours.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications:

• Registered or Enrolled Nurse or Exercise Physiologist preferably with Occupational Health background.


• Preferably audiometry; spirometry and Drug & Alcohol Testing qualification.


• Proficient in using computers. Word, Excel and Microsoft Outlook programs. Scanning.

Knowledge and experience

The Occupational Health Professional will have previous proven knowledge and skills in conducting pre-employment medical and functional capacity assessment.

• High level people and communication skills.


• Work autonomously


• PC literacy


• Working knowledge of Work Health & Safety.


• Knowledge of calibration of equipment and associated records


• Current Driver’s license for the NT.

Specific Position Requirements

• To learn Australian Codes and Standards relating to DOS industry.


• Is dedicated in meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers.


• Works well with colleagues and is respectful of others.


• Follows instructions given by Management in relation to Business requirements.


• Gets first hand customer information or feedback and use it for improvements in providing an excellent service.


• Acts with customers in mind.


• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.


• Creates a climate in which people want to do their best.


• Knows the competition.


• Makes each customer feel their business is paramount and important.


• Maintains cleanliness and tidiness of all company assets and sites.


• Understand ethics of confidentiality


• Excellent communication skills in clear English.


• Current Drivers licence.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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