Clinical Assessor - Milton Keynes

Everpool Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the Greater London area is seeking Functional Assessors to evaluate claimants' health and work capabilities. This role is available for Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Paramedics, Physiotherapists, and Pharmacists. Offering a competitive salary between £39,000 - £45,500, with generous bonuses and a focus on work-life balance. Full-time positions with comprehensive training provided.

Benefits

Generous bonuses up to 10%

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Comprehensive health & wellbeing benefits

Employee discounts at retailers

Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year post-registration recent experience in a relevant adult setting.
• Registered Adult Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Paramedics, Physiotherapists, or Pharmacists needed.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate claimants' health and work capabilities via phone and face-to-face assessments.
• Analyse medical evidence and daily living activities.
• Produce detailed reports for the Department for Work and Pensions.

Skills

Strong communication

Effective assessment skills

Proficient at typing/report-writing

Excellent IT skills

Education

Active registration with NMC or HCPC

Job description

Overview

Functional Assessor (PIP / WCA) - Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Paramedics and Pharmacists

Full-time positions available. Hybrid remote roles with no weekends, bank holidays, or long shifts.

Salary

• PIP Functional Assessor (3 assessments per day) - GBP39,000 - GBP41,000 + Excellent Bonus Scheme.
• WCA Functional Assessor (5/6 shorter assessments per day) - GBP41,500 - GBP43,500 + Excellent Bonus Scheme.
• Note: each role is subject to availability and needs in each geographical area. Ideally candidates should be willing to do either role; if someone has a strong preference, we may be able to accommodate, though this cannot be guaranteed.

Hours

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm. Full-time positions available after training.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive Salary: GBP43,000 - GBP45,500 starting salary with GBP1000 increases after 6 and 12 months.
• Generous Bonuses: Up to 10% for quality and performance.
• Work-Life Balance: 9am - 5pm hours with no nights or weekends.
• Flexible Work Options: Full-time roles available.
• Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, with 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, 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 12-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 your application to or apply via the link provided.

For questions or additional details please contact Dave Moorhouse on or . We look forward to receiving your application!