Functional Assessor - Newcastle Remote

German Association of Women Engineers - dib, deutscher ingenieurinnenbund; Newcastle upon Tyne; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Functional Assessor in Newcastle, offering a hybrid role with regular hours. The position requires assessing individuals' disabilities and producing reports for benefits eligibility. Ideal candidates are qualified healthcare professionals with strong communication skills and a commitment to quality service.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Supported/paid CPD, registration fees reimbursed

Private pension scheme

Private Medical insurance

Maternity and Parental Leave

Online shopping discounts

Qualifications

• At least 12 months of recent, broad-based post-registration experience.
• Membership of a relevant professional body.

Responsibilities

• Assess individuals and how their disabilities affect work life.
• Produce concise, accurate reports for the DWP.

Skills

Communication

Clinical Decision-Making

IT Proficiency

Education

Registered Nurse

Paramedic

Occupational Therapist

Physio

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Are you a qualified Nurse, Paramedic, Occupational Therapist or Physio in need of better work-life balance? Do you want regular hours so you can make the most of life? If so, we can offer you a Functional Assessor role that comes with 9 to 5 hours and true hybrid working - plus the chance to make the most of your medical skills. Could you be a Functional Assessor? Read on to find out.

Salary: Up to £37,500 pa plus benefits

The role

As a Functional Assessor, your main task will be to assess individuals and how their disabilities or conditions affect their work life. Drawing on your clinical expertise, you'll listen carefully and take down each person's medical history before performing a physical examination. You'll then produce concise, accurate reports for the DWP so they can decide each person's eligibility for benefits.

The role involves meeting people both face-to-face and via telephone/video. Whether online or in person, you'll be sensitive, compassionate, and able to ask the right questions while upholding best practice standards.

You will have sufficient time to make precise assessments and give each person your full attention. While you'll work independently, you'll be part of a wider multidisciplinary team, with support available as part of the package.

Once you apply, one of our specialists from SJB Medical recruiters will support you through the virtual application process.

About You

• Registered Nurse, Paramedic, Occupational Therapist, or Physio with at least 12 months of recent, broad-based post-registration experience.
• Experience in functional assessment and clinical decision-making is advantageous.
• Continuous Professional Development (CPD) documented on CV.
• Membership of a relevant professional body.
• Understanding of clinical governance and delivering quality customer service.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, adaptable to a changing environment.
• IT proficiency and experience with various software.
• Self-aware, committed to professional growth.
• Honest, maintaining integrity and confidentiality.
• Motivated to deliver empathetic, respectful assessments.
• Ability to work independently to meet deadlines and standards.
• Reliable team player willing to support multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Eligible to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Supported/paid CPD, registration fees reimbursed
• Private pension scheme
• Private Medical insurance
• Maternity and Parental Leave
• Online shopping discounts
• Various financial and lifestyle benefits

Additional Details

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals

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