Occupational Health Physician

Heales Medical; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading occupational health provider in the UK is seeking an Occupational Health Physician to join their team. The position offers a chance to work in a varied environment, conducting assessments and providing clinical support. Candidates should have GMC registration and a strong interest in occupational health, with the flexibility to work part-time or on a sessional basis. The company promotes work-life balance and offers supportive, innovative services in occupational health.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Supportive team environment

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• GMC registration (MFOM/FFOM/AFOM/DOccMed ideal, but not essential).
• 1 year experience in occupational health preferred.
• Understanding of UK occupational health legislation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fitness-for-work and pre-placement assessments.
• Perform health surveillance and statutory medicals.
• Provide complex case management and return-to-work advice.
• Offer clinical support to wider OH team.
• Conduct workplace assessments and recommendations.
• Produce clear, high-quality medical reports.

Skills

Experience in occupational health

Excellent communication skills

Confident clinical judgement

Understanding of UK OH legislation

Education

GMC registration

DOccMed Qualification

Job description

Occupational Health Physician Hereford & Worcester

Hereford & Worcester | Heales Medical

Heales Medical is growing, and we’re looking for motivated physicians to join our Occupational Health team. We work with a wide range of public and private organisations — including NHS trusts, local authorities, national companies and specialist industries—delivering high-quality, evidence-based clinical services.

We welcome fully qualified Occupational Health Physicians as well as doctors with relevant experience or a strong interest in developing their career in occupational health.

We’re also very open to flexible working, including:

• Part-time hours
• Ad-hoc / sessional work
• Portfolio careers
• Tailored working patterns around your availability

If flexibility matters to you, we’re happy to have an informal conversation.

What you’ll be doing

• Fitness-for-work and pre-placement assessments
• Health surveillance and statutory medicals
• Complex case management & return-to-work advice
• Clinical support to our wider OH team
• Workplace assessments & evidence-based recommendations
• Clear, high-quality medical reporting

What you’ll bring

• GMC registration (MFOM/FFOM/AFOM/DOccMed ideal, but not essential)
• Experience or a strong interest in occupational health
• Confident clinical judgement and excellent communication skills
• Understanding of UK OH legislation and best practice
• A collaborative, patient-centered approach

Why join Heales Medical?

• A well-established, innovative OH provider (founded 1999)
• Regulated services with strong clinical governance
• Diverse and rewarding client base
• Supportive, forward-thinking team
• Real work–life balance with flexible options

If you’re exploring your next step- or simply curious about what we can offer- we’d love to hear from you.

Get in touch for an informal, confidential chat.

How to apply

Send a copy of your CV and cover letter describing your skills, experience and qualifications to [e-mail].

Heales Medical is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is respected, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

Experience

Occupational health: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification: GMC Registration (required), DOccMed Qualification (required)

Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required)

• Work Location: Hybrid remote in Hereford HR3 5LL