Occupational Health Physician (OHP- Doctor) (Ref: 199)
Greater Manchester Police is one of the largest police forces in the UK and is responsible for keeping its diverse population of almost three million people safe.
Greater Manchester is a vibrant region in the Northwest, spread over more than 1,200 sq km. Split over 10 metropolitan districts, it is billed as the most diverse city in Europe, whose residents draw on and contribute to its rich cultural legacy and collectively speak up to 200 different languages.
Recently awarded the ‘most improved force in the country’ after its latest police effectiveness, efficiency and legitimacy (PEEL) inspection in 2023, Greater Manchester Police remains committed to doing the basics of policing brilliantly, protecting the public, supporting victims and ensuring its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
GMP recognises that having a diverse workforce makes it more approachable and relevant to the public, and so we welcome applications from everyone.
Join Greater Manchester Police (GMP) as an Occupational Health Physician.
Are you passionate about promoting health and well-being in the workplace? Do you have a keen interest in supporting the dedicated individuals who serve and protect our communities? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.
GMP is one of the biggest police forces in the UK, with approximately 12,000 officers and staff, working across the organisation, which means that working as part of the force’s Occupational Health and Wellbeing Service team will provide individuals with a challenging and rewarding opportunity.
GMP are committed to ensure that the make-up of our workforce is reflective of the communities we serve, and we recognise that having a diverse workforce makes us more approachable and relevant to the public.
If successful, applicants will be joining the organisation at an exciting time with many changes taking place across the force.
Benefits of the role:
- Generous annual leave entitlement of 24 days, plus bank holidays, rising to 29 days after 5 years, and 32 after 10 years of service.
- A competitive salary, linked to the BMA rate, with associated pay rises
- Generous Pension
- Maternity/paternity leave
- Healthcare and wellbeing support
- Opportunity to join GMP’s Sports and Social Club which offers a range of sporting activities
- Emergency services blue light card discount
We have an opportunity for a part-time Occupational Health Physician to join the team, who will play a pivotal role in supporting the OHWS services ensuring first line managers and senior leaders receive accurate, comprehensive and timely advice in respect of officers and staff who are either absent through sickness or in a restricted duties role.
The post will be based within our OHWS Unit at Sedgley Park Training Centre, M25 0JT.
It is essential that the successful candidate is a Registered Medical Practitioner and has a medical qualification recognised by the BMA Occupational Health Committee (AFOM/MFOM) and hold a valid GMC registration.
You will be experienced in providing occupational health in public or private sectors and have a minimum of five years post registration experience.
This role requires you to be experienced in occupational medicine, offering advice on reasonable adjustments, rehabilitation and Ill health retirement. You will be expected to have knowledge of medico-legal issues, inspire and support and multidisciplinary team and the ability to display strong interpersonal skills including motivational, negotiating, relationship building and influencing skills.
You must be willing to attend relevant training/qualification courses e.g. AFOM qualification and remain registered for practice and must therefore undertake continued professional development required for registration.
Key aspects of the role:
- Deliver occupational medicine services, clinics and case work within agreed timescales/SLA.
- Work closely with other senior Occupational Health Specialists, Branch Heads and Senior Leaders to ensure a coordinated and consistent approach to maintaining and enhancing high professional and service delivery standards.
- Provide expert Occupational Health advice and guidance to support force objectives to improve the health and wellbeing of the workforce.
Doug Sipple, Head of Occupational Health and Wellbeing Service is happy to have an informal conversation with any interested candidates, please email gmprecruitment@gmp.police.uk