Functional Assessor

Medacs Healthcare; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment organization is looking for Functional Assessors in Chelmsford, offering a hybrid working environment. Candidates, ideally Nurses, Paramedics, Physiotherapists, or Occupational Therapists, will perform non-patient-facing assessments evaluating the impact of health conditions on everyday activities. The role requires strong communication and report-writing skills. Benefits include private medical insurance, flexible working options, and a pension scheme. A competitive starting salary of £44,862 is offered.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Benefits Hub discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Company pension scheme

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months post-qualification experience as a Nurse, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, or Paramedic.
• NMC / HCPC registration with no restrictions.
• Broad clinical experience across varied health conditions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct functional assessments via telephone, video, and face-to-face.
• Gather evidence using active listening and appropriate questioning.
• Produce accurate, detailed, and structured reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Assessment and report-writing skills

Attention to detail

Time-management

Clinical reasoning

Education

Registration with NMC / HCPC

Tools

DWP systems and processes

Job description

Functional Assessor / PIP Assessor - Nurse, Paramedic, Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist (Hybrid Working)

(Also suitable for candidates searching for Nurse Assessor, Disability Assessor or Clinical Assessor roles)

Starting Salary: £44,862

Contract: Permanent | Full‑Time or Part Time | Hybrid

Location: Chelmsford, CM1 1BD

Medacs Healthcare is delighted to be recruiting Functional Assessors (PIP Assessors) on behalf of our respected client within the Health Assessment Advisory Service (HAAS). This is an excellent opportunity for a Nurse, Paramedic, Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist seeking a non‑patient‑facing clinical role that offers structured assessments, hybrid working, and meaningful impact.

About the Role

As a Functional Assessor (PIP), you will conduct telephone, video, and face‑to‑face functional assessments to evaluate how a claimant's health conditions impact their ability to carry out everyday activities safely, repeatedly and reliably, in line with PIP guidance. You will be the key point of contact during the assessment, gathering detailed evidence using active listening, clinical reasoning and an empathetic approach.

Working across a wide variety of health conditions, you'll apply your clinical expertise, critical thinking and judgement to produce accurate, high‑quality assessment reports using DWP systems and processes. This is a role suited to clinicians who enjoy structured assessments, problem‑solving, and supporting people through clear, sensitive communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out telephone, video and/or face‑to‑face functional assessments to determine a claimant's ability to undertake daily living activities repeatedly and safely
• Act as the claimant's point of contact during the consultation, supporting individuals with a wide range of health conditions and disabilities
• Investigate the impact of variable, chronic and multiple health issues, gathering evidence through active listening and appropriate questioning
• Apply critical thinking and clinical reasoning to produce accurate, detailed and structured reports using DWP processes and systems
• Ensure reports meet required quality standards, including accuracy, clarity, grammar and adherence to DWP criteria
• Support delivery of KPIs by contributing to an efficient and effective assessment service

Essential Criteria

• Minimum 12 months post‑qualification experience as a Nurse, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist or Paramedic
• NMC / HCPC / registration with no restrictions
• Broad clinical experience across varied health conditions
• Strong communication, assessment and report‑writing skills
• Ability to type 35 wpm and use IT systems effectively
• Excellent attention to detail, time‑management and professional integrity

What's on Offer

A competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and work‑life balance, including:

• Private Medical Insurance (from 6 months)
• Employee Assistance Programme - free, confidential 24/7 support
• Benefits Hub - discounts on retail, tech, entertainment & travel
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Company pension scheme
• Flexible working options from day one

Why Work with Medacs Healthcare?

At Medacs, you'll be supported, valued and encouraged to grow. We foster a positive, inclusive culture and are committed to helping you develop your clinical and professional skills.

Apply Now

Ready to take the next step in your healthcare career? Apply today and begin your journey as ca Functional Assessor / Work Capability Assessor with Medacs Healthcare.

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