# Occupational Health Nurse (OHN)

> Nurses UK · Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom · — · Posted 2026-03-25

**Salary:** EUR 50,000–60,000

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Nurses UK Newcastle

## Description

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and professional Occupational Health Technician to support the delivery of high‑quality health surveillance and pre‑employment screening. The role involves conducting a range of clinical assessments, reviewing employee questionnaires, and ensuring accurate documentation in line with occupational health standards.

Start Date : 20th April

Pay Rates : £24 - £43 Per Hour

## Requirements

General Health Screening

• Review employee health questionnaires

• Conduct baseline health checks including:

• BMI

• Pulse

• Blood pressure

• Urinalysis

• Medication review

• Smoking, alcohol, and exercise assessment

Musculoskeletal Assessment

• Assess range of movement and posture

• Evaluate:

• Neck, head, shoulder, elbow, and wrist rotation

• Spinal flexion

• Hip, knee, and ankle joint mobility

• Squat ability

• Grip strength

Skin Inspection

• Inspect hands for dermatological concerns

HAVS (Hand–Arm Vibration Syndrome)

• Conduct HAVS Tier 1 and Tier 2 questionnaire reviews

• Perform Tier 3 testing where required

Respiratory Assessment

• Perform lung function testing using Vitalograph Alpha

Audiometry

• Conduct ear inspections

• Carry out hearing tests using Amplivox equipment

Vision Screening

• Snellen visual acuity testing

• Keystone VS‑5 assessment (far vision, night vision, intermediate distance, near vision)

• Colour vision testing

Vision NDT (Non‑Destructive Testing Standard)

• Assess to Jaeger 1 standard

• Conduct greyscale testing

Night Worker Assessments

• Review night worker health questionnaires

Drugs & Alcohol Testing

• Perform urinalysis dip tests (pre‑placement only)

**Key Responsibilities**

General Health Screening

• Review employee health questionnaires

• Conduct baseline health checks including:

• BMI

• Pulse

• Blood pressure

• Urinalysis

• Medication review

• Smoking, alcohol, and exercise assessment

## Benefits

Benefits:

-   Competitive Pay rates
-   Transport allowance
-   Revalidation support
-   Refer a Friend Scheme
-   Blue Light Card
-   Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts
-   Employee of the month!

## Apply

[Apply at Nurses UK](https://apply.workable.com/nurses-uk-group/j/7489A58E42/apply)

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