Job Description

Closing Date 2025/08/31
Reference Number MMH250212-6
Job Title Occupational Health Nurse
Position Type Permanent
Role Family Medical
Cluster Momentum Health
Remote Opportunity None of the time
Location - Country South Africa
Location - Province Gauteng
Location - Town / City Vereeniging
Introduction
Momentum Health, an entity of the Momentum Group, delivers sustainable, integrated health 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 of how to achieve specific outcomes by using a defined set of health capabilities.
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Role Purpose
The role of the part-time Occupational Health Nurse is to provide a comprehensive occupational healthcare programme to clients, whilst adhering to all legal requirements. This is a 4-day work week position.
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 certificate is essential
• A valid driver's licence is essential
• Own insured vehicle is essential
• Must be registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) with additional qualification in Occupational Health Nursing
• Valid registration with the South African Society of Occupational Health Nurses (SASOHN)
• Previous working experience in Occupational Health Nursing
• Have a good understanding of the Health & Safety Act and relevant legislation
• MS Office / 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.
• Treat and assist with administration, reporting and follow-up of Injury on Duty cases according to the employers' policies and procedures during clinic hours.
• Record and track employee sick notes to monitor and identify trends.
• Capture and maintain accurate employee records on spreadsheets and relevant systems.
• Respond to medical emergencies within scope of practice during clinic hours.
• Assist with return-to-work assessment 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 nursing and 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 recommend preventative measures.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Oversee and assist with the ordering, collection, housekeeping and maintenance of occupational health services and equipment.
• Various administrative functions such as data capturing, as well as document and record management, to ensure confidentiality, continuity, accessibility, legibility and legal compliance.
• 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

Policy
We 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.