Peripatetic Occupational Health Technician – Oxford
£25,000 – £27,000 + Benefits | Full Time
Location: Oxford (with regional & UK-wide travel)
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time (37.5 hours per week)
Hours: Typically between 8:00am – 6:00pm
OH Medical is proud to be recruiting for a leading Occupational Health provider with a strong UK-wide presence. This is an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Health Technician to join a growing peripatetic team, delivering vital health surveillance services across a variety of industries.
If you enjoy travel, hands-on clinical work, and making a real impact on workforce wellbeing, this role offers the perfect blend of all three.
The Role
As a Peripatetic Occupational Health Technician, you’ll be out on the road—literally—driving a Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) to client sites and delivering high-quality health surveillance.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct health surveillance including:
Audiometry
Spirometry (lung function testing)
Blood pressure, height, weight & urinalysis
Accurately record and manage occupational health data
Ensure all medical equipment is maintained and compliant
Support health promotion and wellbeing initiatives
Work closely with the wider clinical team to support case management
What We’re Looking For
This role suits someone who thrives in a structured yet ever-changing environment.
Ideal Background:
Experience as a:
Hospital Health Care Assistant
Emergency Care Assistant / Technician
Ambulance Technician
Military Medic
OR a Sports Science graduate with experience in baseline measurements
Essential Requirements:
Full UK manual driving licence (held for 12+ months)
Aged 21+ (for insurance purposes)
Comfortable with UK-wide travel and overnight stays
Strong organisational, communication, and IT skills
Understanding of GDPR and clinical data handling
Travel & Lifestyle
This is a true peripatetic role—perfect if you don’t want to be desk-bound.
Regular travel across the UK
Overnight stays (approx. 3 weeks out of 4)
Home every weekend
Parking space required for MMU at home
You’ll also benefit from:
Diary visibility 6 weeks in advance
Premier Inn account for easy booking
Fuel card provided
Weekly subsistence payments when working away from home.
Salary & Benefits
£25,000 – £27,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Contributory pension (up to 6%)
Life assurance
25 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service)
Birthday day off (non-contractual)
Discounted gym membership
Health cashback plan
Training & Development
You’ll receive a 3-week structured induction programme, plus ongoing mentoring to support your development within Occupational Health. A brilliant stepping stone if you’re looking to build a long-term OH career.
Apply Now
If you're ready to take your clinical skills on the road and build a career in Occupational Health, we’d love to hear from you.
How To Apply:
Click Apply Now and send us an up-to-date CV showcasing your relevant skills and experience. If you require more information about this fantastic opportunity or to discuss it in confidence, please get in touch with Ellen Harris or The Team at 01582 235 500. Alternatively, you can email your CV to ellen@ohmedical.co.uk
About OH Medical:
OH Medical is a trusted recruitment consultancy dedicated to the Occupational Health, Wellbeing and Health & Safety sectors. We specialise in delivering tailored recruitment solutions for both agency and permanent roles, supporting professionals and employers across the UK.