Functional Assessor

sjb medical; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

CPD supported

Private medical insurance

Maternity/Parental leave

Benefits package

Job summary

sjb medical is recruiting a Functional Assessor in the UK region. You will assess how health conditions affect daily living and work capability, using clinical expertise and strong communication to support a fair benefits process.

The role involves face-to-face and remote assessments, detailed histories, and producing accurate reports for the DWP, within a collaborative team focused on professional development and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Qualified healthcare professional with empathy and integrity.
• Strong clinical decision-making and critical thinking.
• Clear and compassionate communication with patients and teams.
• Comfort with digital tools and clinical software.
• Team-focused and organised with attention to quality.

Responsibilities

• Assess how health conditions impact daily living and ability to work.
• Conduct face-to-face assessments and remote consultations by video or phone.
• Take detailed medical histories and perform relevant examinations.
• Prepare high-quality reports for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

Tools

Clinical software

Job description

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

Make a real difference with your clinical skills - and reclaim your work-life balance.

About the role

As a Functional Assessor, you'll use your clinical expertise to assess how health conditions impact people's daily lives and ability to work. It's a role that blends medical knowledge with meaningful human connection - giving you the chance to support individuals while contributing to a fair and compassionate benefits system.

You'll carry out assessments both face-to-face and via video or phone, taking detailed medical histories and conducting physical examinations. Your findings will help inform accurate, high-quality reports for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). You'll be trusted to work independently, but you'll also be part of a supportive multi-disciplinary team that values collaboration and continuous learning.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in medical healthcare, with regular hours, and a strong focus on professional development.

About you

You'll be a qualified healthcare professional with a passion for making a difference. You'll bring empathy, clinical insight and a commitment to delivering excellent service and…

• A registered Nurse, Paramedic, Occupational Therapist, Pharmacist or Physiotherapist with at least 12 months' post-registration UK experience
• Confident in clinical decision-making, with a strong understanding of functional assessment
• Skilled communicator, able to build trust and ask the right questions
• Digitally capable, with experience using clinical software and systems
• Self-motivated and organised, with a focus on quality and integrity
• Team-oriented, ready to support colleagues and contribute to a positive working culture

We believe in rewarding your expertise and supporting your wellbeing. Here's what you can expect:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Paid CPD and reimbursement of professional registration fees
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced maternity and parental leave
• A wide range of financial and lifestyle benefits

Why sjb medical?

sjb medical's vision is simple yet unique: to bring search and selection, and medical expertise together to provide a unique resourcing service to the healthcare sector. We take pride and great care in providing our healthcare candidates with the best possible support throughout their recruitment journey. We understand that a diverse workforce is essential to our clients' success and promotion of equality, diversity and fairness in our recruitment process is paramount.