Disability Assessor Nurse HYBRID HOMEBASED

iGo Recruitment; Salisbury; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment firm is hiring a Disability Assessor Nurse for a hybrid role. The position offers a competitive salary between £37,500 and £40,000 per annum, plus benefits. Candidates must have a valid NMC pin and at least 12 months of nursing experience. Responsibilities include conducting assessments and compiling reports. The role includes extensive training and allows for flexible working after initial training completion. This is an excellent opportunity for nurses looking to broaden their experience in the healthcare sector.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Professional training and development

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid NMC pin.
• Minimum of 12 months' nursing experience required.
• Must have a suitable home workspace.

Responsibilities

• Compile 3 assessments and 3 reports daily after training.
• Conduct functional assessments via various formats.
• Liaise with clinical peers and support organizations.

Skills

Valid NMC pin

12 months' experience as a nurse

Job description

Disability Assessor Nurse for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) - HYBRID HOMEBASED

Starting salary: £37,5000 - £40,000/pa + benefits + bonus

Nurses: RGN, RMN, RNLD

Why go with us? As healthcare professionals we understand the challenges presented by the current healthcare sector, allowing us to provide detailed and honest insight into the role as a colleague. We offer unparalleled support throughout the application process, including 24/7 availability and intensive one-on-one interview preparation, meaning an enviable placement success rate and a 100% feedback rating.

Disability Assessor Nurse Requirements

• Valid NMC pin
• A minimum of 12 months' experience as a nurse
• Appropriate work space within home setting that allows you to successfully complete your role, including broadband connection (equipment for the role provided)
• No previous health and disability assessor experience required as full, paid training is provided

Disability Assessor Nurse role

• Compile 3 assessments + 3 reports a day once training is completed
• Annual salary of £37,500/pa - £40,000/pa with salary increases and yearly bonus
• Full training is supplied over an initial 7 week period, completed as virtual/remote homebased teaching and assessments
• Hybrid working on completion of training (3 days at home - 2 days in the clinic)
• Conducting impartial, holistic health and disability assessments only and does not require you to make any decisions on claim outcomes
• Carry out telephone, video and/ or face-to-face functional assessments to establish any functional restriction caused by a claimant's health concern
• Be the point of contact during the consultation stage for claimants with a wide range of health conditions and disabilities
• Liaise with a range of clinical peers across the NHS and private healthcare sector, charities, and support organisations to obtain evidence that assists in the production of detailed reports
• Compile reports, which are then dispatched for review and decision as to eligibility
• Paper-based Reviews and initial Triage are a part of this role (training provided)

Disability Assessor Nurse Benefits

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell extra 5 days of leave
• Pension scheme (contributory up to 6%)
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance 3Xsalary
• Maternity and Paternal leave
• Reimbursement of your annual NMC registration fee; supported/paid CPD
• Health screening every two years, after one year's service
• Professional training and development, covering well over the required CPD hours to revalidate and maintain your professional registration
• Shopping discounts across 1,000 retailers
• A paid volunteering day each year

Apply now to discuss Disability Assessor roles and see if it could be a good fit for you