Occupational Health Sister - Slurry at PPC Africa

Job Advert Summary    

• Administer the Occupational Health Management System by ensuring compliance with internal, external and legal healthcare standards.
• Provide quality nursing care as determined by regulatory bodies in order to contribute to optimal healthcare.

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12
• National Diploma or Degree in Nursing (B Cur / B.Sc.)
• National qualification in occupational health
• Primary healthcare qualification
• Audiometric certificate
• Spirometric course
• Two (2) Years’ experience as an Occupational Health Nurse and 1 year experience running a clinic in an Industrial and or Mining setting.
• Experience with casualty and emergency services would be highly advantageous
• Computer literacy
• Knowledge of ISO EMS 14001:2015, QMS 9001:2015 & OHS 45001:2018 systems
• Knowledge of nursing processes, procedures and techniques, health care policies, standards, and guidelines
• Understanding of safety management, behavioural safety and risk management framework, procedures, and systems
• Basic knowledge of Mine Health & Safety Act and Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Good communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Good people management and organisational skills
• Professionalism
• Be able to work alone and in a team

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Provide an efficient, cost-effective occupational health medical service through the provision of medical emergency, chronic care, and standard medicals to PPC Slurry employees and external contractors.
• Conducting pre-employment, periodical, and exit medical examinations in accordance with the protocols in place
• Monitor employee’s health by comparing periodic medical results with previous medical information to determine potential deterioration.
• Monitor employee exposure to industrial hazards by conducting specific medical tests.
• Monitor and raise awareness of the effects of occupational hazards such as noise levels and report any incidents / anomalies.
• Prepare documentation regarding workman’s compensation claims, ill-health retirement
• Participate in the development and review of health-related Codes of Practices and procedures
• Report occupational illness/diseases to the relevant authorities and keep accurate record thereof
• Carry out monthly consumable stock takes and place orders
• Provide training and awareness on health-related matters
• Executing campaigns aimed at promoting employee awareness, wellness, and wellbeing
• Maintain patients’ records and confidentiality
• Develop, implement, maintain, and monitor the medical surveillance program to ensure legal compliance
• Participate in occupational health investigations, as and when required