Occupational Health Nursing Practitioner

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Management of the Occupational Health Clinic at Amaro Foods

KEY PERFORMANCE OUTPUTS

Treatment of minor ailments with unscheduled medication
Management and implementation of the company’s biological monitoring and medical surveillance program
Assist with the development of a basic health education programme for workers
Liaise with suppliers for maintenance and calibration of medical equipment annually
Perform health evaluations
Referral of individuals to a medical practitioner for further evaluation if required
Attendance at the EHS meetings
Development and implementation of the company hearing conservation program
COID administration
Assist with medical assessments in cases of incapacity related to ill health or injury
Administration of vaccinations
Prepare and attend audits as required
Receipt of sick notes and arrange follow-ups if necessary

Registered Professional Nurse with current SANC registration and annual practising certificate
Occupational Health Nursing degree or diploma, registered as an additional qualification with SANC
Dispensing course and authorisation to dispense medication (Section 56 of the Nursing Act 33 of 2005)
Valid occupational audiometry certificate from an accredited provider
Valid spirometry certificate
Valid First Aid and Basic Life Support (CPR) certificates
3-4 years of occupational health experience
Sound knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act 85 of 1993 and its regulations (including the Hazardous Chemical Agents, Noise-Induced Hearing Loss and Ergonomics Regulations), COIDA 130 of 1993 and the Basic Conditions of Employment Act
Computer literate (MS Office)

FMCG or food manufacturing industry experience
Knowledge of food safety requirements (e.g. R638, FSSC 22000) and audit experience
Ergonomics training and Risk Assessments
Membership of SASOHN
Valid driver's license