Site Medical Advisor

Key Responsibilities (Critical responsibilities and skills of this position, listed in order of importance)

Strategic Medical Leadership & Advisory

• Serve as the primary medical authority on site, providing expert strategic guidance to leadership, HR, and HSE on all health-related matters.
• Conduct comprehensive Health Risk Assessments to identify site-specific threats, including endemic diseases and occupational hazards, and develop mitigation roadmaps.
• Lead the development, evolution, and implementation of site-specific health policies, procedures, and emergency response plans, ensuring alignment with corporate standards, local regulations, and international best practices (e.g., ISO).
• Perform gap analyses and medical facility reviews to evaluate the adequacy of on-site medical resources and prioritize actions for improvement.
• Provide case management support and expert advice to HR and management on complex issues including fitness-to-work evaluations, return-to-work strategies, and medical escalations.

Clinical Governance & Quality Assurance

• Develop, enforce, and monitor clinical protocols and standards to ensure all medical practices are ethical, evidence-based, and of the highest quality.
• Lead and participate in medical audits and Clinical Governance activities at the site level, driving continuous improvement in line with Medical Services guidelines.
• Oversee the accurate and compliant maintenance of all medical records (both EMR and paper-based) and patient documentation.
• Supervise and ensure strict compliance with all healthcare regulations, client contractual requirements, and International SOS procedures.
• Promote and support the integration of corporate health programs with broader HSE, employee wellness, and ESG sustainability objectives.

Health Promotion & Program Implementation

• Design and lead health promotion initiatives, workforce training, and capacity-building programs to address competency gaps and enhance preparedness.
• Develop and facilitate health and safety drills, providing actionable recommendations for improvement.
• Map and validate local healthcare providers for emergency and routine care, ensuring a robust referral network.
• Monitor emerging health risks through health surveillance and provide data-driven recommendations to senior management to protect personnel and ensure business continuity.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• Act as the key liaison for health matters between site leadership, corporate teams, and International SOS's global medical resources.
• Foster strong, collaborative relationships with all stakeholders (HR, HSE, leadership) to fully integrate health strategies into corporate operations.
• Present clear, data-driven reports and recommendations to senior management for policy development and resource allocation.
• Demonstrate a consistently professional and supportive attitude, ensuring clear and effective communication across all levels of the organization.

Deliverables and Scope of Work

The Site Medical Advisor (SMA) service provides a comprehensive framework for addressing site-specific health challenges. Below are the detailed deliverables categorised into key service areas:

Assessment Services

· Health Risk Assessment: Identify and evaluate workplace-specific health risks, including endemic diseases and occupational hazards.

· Medical Facility Reviews: Conduct thorough reviews of on-site medical facilities to ensure adequacy and compliance with industry standards.

· Local Provider Mapping: Identify and validate local healthcare providers for both emergency and routine medical needs.

· Gap Analysis: Develop a roadmap to address deficiencies in site health services and prioritise key actions for improvement.

Advisory Services

· Policy and Procedure Development: Assist in drafting, evolving, and implementing health policies tailored to site operations.

· Corporate Health Programmes: Supervise and conduct workforce training on health promotion, awareness, and preparedness.

· Case Management Support: Advise HR and management on return-to-work strategies, fitness-to-work evaluations, and individual case management.

· Compliance Guidance: Ensure alignment with corporate health standards, local regulations, and industry best practices.

Program Implementation & Continuous Support

· Health and Wellness Integration: Align health initiatives with corporate HSE and employee wellness objectives.

· Training and Capacity Building: Develop targeted training programs to address identified competency gaps.

· Corporate Sustainability: Align health initiatives with corporate ESG and sustainability goals.

· Ongoing Medical Advisory Support: Provide ongoing access to International SOS's medical expertise for advisory support.

Planning & Mitigation Services

· Health Plan Development: Craft site-specific health plans that incorporate surveillance, risk mitigation strategies, and employee wellbeing initiatives.

· Emergency Drills: Design and facilitate health and safety drills with actionable recommendations for improvement.

· Health Surveillance: Monitor emerging health risks and provide recommendations to protect personnel and maintain business continuity.

Continuous Engagement

· Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with HR, HSE, and leadership to integrate health policies into corporate strategy.

· Data Analysis: Present data-driven recommendations to senior management for policy development and resource allocation.

· Ongoing Consultation: Provide access to International SOS's global medical resources for continuous health advisory support.

JOB PROFILE

Required Competencies (Critical behaviours necessary to successfully perform the job)

· Strategic Leadership & Influence: Provides clear direction and expert guidance on health matters without direct supervisory authority. Motivates and influences others by building credibility and presenting compelling, data-driven arguments to secure commitment to health goals. Empowers site teams through coaching and development.

· Client-Centric Advisory & Delivery: Focuses intensely on understanding and meeting client (internal and external) needs. Sets and maintains high standards for quality and strategic value of all deliverables. Works systematically to ensure outcomes not only meet but exceed expectations, thereby enhancing client trust and partnership.

· Adaptability & Change Management: Thrives in dynamic and changing environments, viewing challenges as opportunities. Positively leads and champions the implementation of new systems, protocols, and strategic initiatives, modifying approaches effectively to achieve desired outcomes.

· Strategic Planning & Organisational Excellence: Formulates clear, structured, and pragmatic plans aligned with long-term site and corporate objectives. Effectively prioritizes complex tasks and resources, establishes measurable milestones, and manages multiple workstreams simultaneously with a focus on delivering tangible results.

· Persuasive Communication & Presentation: Articulates complex information, opinions, and key points of an argument with clarity, confidence, and credibility to all audiences, from frontline workers to the C-suite. Responds adeptly to audience reactions, tailoring presentations to drive understanding and decision-making.

· Collaborative Teamwork & Integrative Mindset: Actively fosters a collaborative culture, building trust and facilitating cooperation between clinical teams, HR, HSE, and leadership. Performs duties with a focus on integrative solutions that bridge departmental silos and achieve shared organizational objectives.

Required Qualifications (Brief description of the educational background needed to perform the job)

·       A minimum of 5 years of post-graduate clinical experience, with at least 3 years focused specifically on Occupational Medicine within high-risk or corporate industrial environments (e.g., manufacturing, oil & gas, construction, mining).

· Diplomate / Fellow of the Philippine College of Occupational Medicine (PCOM) or an equivalent international board certification in Occupational Medicine is mandatory.

· Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS), or equivalent emergency management training.

· Formal Training in Occupational Health, evidenced by completion of the 56-hour Postgraduate Course in Occupational Health and Safety from the University of the Philippines or an equivalent internationally recognized program.

· Certification in Auditing (e.g., ISO 45001, 9001) or Project Management is a distinct advantage.

· Evidence of continuous professional development in relevant fields such as corporate health, travel medicine, toxicology, emergency medicine, or health and safety management.

Required Languages (Brief description of the language skills needed to perform the job)

· Excellent written and spoken English.  Additional language capability is an advantage.

· Excellent presentation and communication skills