Disability Assessor, Nurses, Physios, OTs

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Croydon; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare assessment organization in Croydon is seeking a knowledgeable Disability Assessor to conduct evaluations of claimants. This full-time role requires healthcare qualifications, along with 12 months of experience in a clinical setting. Responsibilities include assessing patients' daily functioning and producing accurate reports. The position also offers opportunities for professional development and benefits such as annual leave and a bonus scheme.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

25 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

High-street discounts

Recruit a Friend bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months clinical experience as a qualified healthcare professional.
• Broad clinical knowledge and critical information analysis.
• Professional standards in written communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments to understand claimants' challenges.
• Complete thorough evaluation reports.
• Maintain professional standards throughout assessments.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Report writing

Patient communication

Critical analysis

Education

Qualified Nurse RGN, RMN/RNLD

Qualified Chartered Physiotherapist

Qualified Occupational Therapist

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are welcoming Nurses, Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists who are passionate about making a difference and are looking for a change in their career in a fast paced and innovative environment.


PFAS, is a clinically focused organisation supporting over 36,000 claimants every year! As one of the top providers of functional assessments, with the highest clinical quality, the most attentive care and crucially the most well-supported, dedicated team, we are aligned in delivering our vision of providing the right care, first time, every time.


Once you have completed our unique training program, you will use your skills as a healthcare professional to assess cases of people who are applying for a PIP or WCA benefit and complete fair and accurate reports as part of the DWPs Health Assessment and Advisory Services (HAAS).


Our roles offer you the chance to change direction whilst providing you with the opportunity to maintain and develop your clinical registration, skills and knowledge, and work within a structure Monday - Friday contract.


There are lots of opportunities for development and progression within the PFAS team including Clinical coaching, training roles and Clinical Support Manager roles.

Position
As a Disability Assessor, you will play a crucial role in interviewing claimants to understand the challenges they face. By completing thorough assessments and examinations via telephone, video call, or face-to-face means you will assess how our claimant’s disability/condition/illness impacts their functional ability on daily activities in a respectful, non-biased and reassuring manner.


Salary: £43,450

Type: Permanent (Hybrid)

Full time: 37.5 hours (9am - 5pm/Monday - Friday)


With proven experience of working within a medical background you will;

· Analyse information critically to create accurate and concise reports.

· Interpret clinical information and evidence.

· Maintain professional standards in written communication and adherence to code of conduct.

· Provide positive experiences for claimants and colleagues, meeting quality and productivity targets.


We would love to hear from you if you have:

· A minimum of 12 months of clinical experience as a qualified healthcare professional (listed below)

· An ability to demonstrate a broad clinical knowledge.

· Previous experience in using computer software including Microsoft Office

Requirements
Essentials Qualifications (without these your application cannot be considered)

Nurses:

· Qualified Nurse RGN, or RMN/RNLD

· Member of the Royal College of Nursing (RCN)


Physios/OTs:

· Qualified Chartered Physiotherapist or Qualified Occupational Therapist

· Member of the UK Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC)

· Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (MCSP) or College of OT’s (COT)


Experience we look for:

A minimum of 12 months HCPC or NMC experience.

Orthopaedic experience (acute and elective)
Pre-assessment experience (surgical/orthopaedic)
Experience working with patients with both mental health and physical problems and Neurological settings.
Broad range of experience in different areas as would have more clinical knowledge
Worked in ITU units
Other information
What We Offer:


Professional Development Opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme including free confidential counselling.
High-street discounts
25 days annual leave
Moving Day Leave
Membership of the Company pension scheme
Recruit a Friend bonus scheme – up to £1,500
Environmental Initiatives
Westfield Health Cash Plan
Free Eye Tests every 2 years
Free annual Flu-Vaccination
Upon completion of probation, the successful candidate will also be eligible for the company bonus scheme, allowing them to earn up to 10% of annual salary based on company and individual performance.

Do you want to have a great impact and make a difference? Then don’t miss out – we want to hear from you!


Apply directly or please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for a confidential chat.


We will consider applications from candidates who require a visa to work in the UK


At PFAS, we value and promote diversity and are committed to equality of opportunity for all. We are proudly Disability Confident employers and as such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact [e-mail]