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Functional Assessor – Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Paramedics and Pharmacists

Salisbury - Homebased and Office Based

£39,500 - £43,750 + 2k approval bonus + assessment bonus + benefits

Full Time and Part Time Hours available

Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm

We are currently recruiting for hybrid Functional Assessors who would like a role that involves working from home and in the office with no weekends, bank holidays, or long shifts.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm - Full-time only

Salary and Benefits
  • Competitive Salary: £39,500 - £43,750 (location dependent) starting salary with £1000 increases after 6 and 12 months.
  • Generous Bonuses: Up to 10% for quality and performance.
  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 9am – 5pm hours with no nights or weekends.
  • Flexible Work Options: Full-time or part-time roles available.
  • Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, with an option to purchase up to 5 additional days.
  • Pension Scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
  • Career Progression: Excellent internal advancement opportunities.
  • Employee Discounts: Discounts at around 1,000 retailers.
  • Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive benefits including 24/7 Employee Assistance, a wellbeing app, BUPA Anytime Helpline, and more.
  • ShareSave Scheme: Participate in our ShareSave scheme.
  • Volunteering Day: Paid day off each year for volunteering.

Role Overview:
  • Conduct Assessments: Evaluate claimants' health and/or work capabilities via phone and face-to-face assessments.
  • Review Evidence: analyse medical evidence, health questionnaires, and daily living activities.
  • Compile Reports: Produce detailed reports for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

Example Tasks:
  • Interview claimants to understand their health conditions and daily challenges.
  • Review medical records and write comprehensive reports.
  • Provide recommendations based on thorough assessments.

Training Program:
Successful candidates will complete a 6-week comprehensive training program covering (amongst other things):
  • Assessment Techniques: Best practices for accurate evaluations.
  • DWP Guidelines: Requirements and guidelines of the Department for Work and Pensions.
  • Report Writing: Skills for detailed and objective reporting.

Who We Need:
We are specifically seeking:
  • Registered Adult Nurses (Adult, Mental Health, Learning Disability, General)
  • Occupational Therapists (Adult-focused)
  • Paramedics (Adult-focused)
  • Physiotherapists (Adult-focused)
  • Pharmacists (Adult-focused)
Polite Note: Sponsorship is not available for these roles.

Requirements:
  • Experience: Minimum of 1-year post-registration recent experience in a relevant adult setting
  • Registration: Must have at least 1 year of active registration with NMC or HCPC.
  • Skills: Strong communication, effective assessment skills, proficient at typing/report-writing, and excellent IT skills are essential.
About Us:
Join an organisation dedicated to exceptional service and positive change. We foster a supportive and inclusive environment where you can thrive and make a difference.

How to Apply:
Email: jroberts@everpoolrecruitment.com
Contact Joe Roberts: 07741 163 699 | 0151 556 2090

This role is strictly for adult healthcare professionals – Apply now!

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