UFS Work Health
Supporting healthier workplaces with expert workplace health solutions
UFS Work Health provides comprehensive occupational health services in Ballarat and the Grampians region, helping organisations create safer, healthier and more productive workplaces.
Located within the Doveton Street UFS Medical Centre, our experienced healthcare team works with businesses of all sizes to deliver practical workplace health solutions tailored to the needs of employers and employees.
Our services include pre-employment medicals, workplace health assessments, return-to-work assessments, worksite assessments, independent medical examinations and workplace vaccination programs.
Whether you are a small local business or a large organisation managing a diverse workforce, UFS Work Health can help you implement effective strategies to support employee health, safety and wellbeing.
Comprehensive workplace health services in Ballarat
Our experienced occupational health team provides a wide range of services designed to support recruitment, injury management and ongoing employee wellbeing.
Our workplace health services include:
- Pre-employment medical assessments to help employers assess an employee’s capacity to safely perform their role
- Return-to-work assessments to support safe and effective recovery following illness or injury
- Independent medical examinations (IMEs) for objective medical advice and workplace decision-making
- Worksite assessments to identify risks and support workplace safety
- Employee health screenings including ECG, spirometry and other preventative health checks
- Workplace vaccination programs to help reduce illness and support workforce wellbeing
- Drug and alcohol testing services for workplace compliance and safety programs
Experienced occupational health professionals
Our Ballarat occupational health services are delivered by a team of experienced general practitioners with expertise in workplace medicine, supported by qualified nurses and allied health professionals.
Our on-site services include:
- General health assessments
- Physiotherapy
- Audiology
- Spirometry testing
- ECG testing
- Pathology services
- Drug and alcohol testing facilities
Appointments are available Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5pm at our Doveton Street UFS Medical Centre.
To discuss your organisation’s workplace health requirements, contact our Work Health Coordinator on 5364 9120 or email us at [email protected]
Develop a workplace health strategy that works for your business
A proactive workplace health strategy helps protect your employees, reduces workplace risks and demonstrates your commitment to staff wellbeing.
At UFS Work Health, we work with employers to develop practical health programs that suit their industry, workforce size and operational needs.
From routine employee health checks and vaccination programs to pre-employment assessments and injury management support, our team can help you create a workplace health approach that delivers long-term benefits.
Benefits of a proactive occupational health program
A well-planned workplace health strategy can help your organisation:
- Improve employee awareness of workplace health and safety practices
- Identify potential health concerns earlier
- Support injury prevention and effective injury management
- Reduce workplace disruption caused by illness or injury
- Improve employee wellbeing and workforce participation
- Minimise seasonal illness through programs such as annual flu vaccinations
Workplace health assessments at your location or ours
UFS Work Health offers flexible assessment options to suit your organisation.
Employees can attend our dedicated Work Health consulting room at the Doveton Street UFS Medical Centre, or our mobile workplace health service can bring many assessment services directly to your workplace.
Our mobile workplace health service is ideal for organisations requiring efficient bulk employee health screenings, including:
- Pre-employment health assessments
- ECG screening
- Spirometry testing
- Drug and alcohol testing
- Workplace vaccination clinics
- Employee wellbeing checks
The benefits of on-site workplace health screenings
Workplace-based assessments provide a convenient and efficient solution for employers and employees by:
- Increasing employee participation
- Reducing travel time and workplace downtime
- Minimising disruption to business operations
- Improving access to preventative health services
- Encouraging greater awareness of workplace health and wellbeing
Flexible occupational health appointments in Ballarat
We understand that every workplace operates differently. UFS Work Health offers appointments Monday to Friday during business hours, with after-hours appointments available by arrangement.
Whether you need a single pre-employment medical in Ballarat or an ongoing workplace health program for your organisation, our experienced team can provide reliable, professional support.
Contact UFS Work Health today on 5364 9120 or email [email protected] to discuss your workplace health requirements.