Overview
The Senior Medical Officer will improve the health of individual staff members through medical advice and counselling, and optimize the health of staff in general by advising management on occupational health aspects. The role also involves giving medical opinions in individual cases.
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake day-to-day clinical duties (periodical medical examinations, treatment, walk-in-clinic, immunizations, etc.) and advise staff.
- Counsel staff on travel and preventive medicine.
- Provide first aid and emergency treatment.
- Oversee and provide health education and health promotion programs.
- Refer staff to outside specialists, coordinate medical/administrative requirements with them and liaise with medical institutions in Vienna and elsewhere.
- Investigate occupational and environmental health problems.
- Advise organizations on occupational health and on individual cases.
- Oversee the administration of medical clearances (fitness for duty), sick leave, medical evacuations, medical disability and medical insurance claims, in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Provide support in planning, organizing, managing, supervising and coordinating medical services in the VIC.
- Deputize for the Medical Director.
Required Experience
At least 10 years of relevant and progressively responsible clinical experience, including some years at international level. Broad clinical experience in a variety of settings. Experience in acting with a high level of initiative and independence, including the ability to make medical decisions. Experience in dealing with administrative issues and supervising staff. Knowledge and practical experience in Occupational Health and in business administration would be an asset.
Qualifications
Medical degree with current medical registration.
