Functional Assessor Nurse HOMEBASED

iGo Recruitment; Manchester; Remote; GBP 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Functional Assessor Nurse for home-based assessments in Manchester. Candidates must possess a valid NMC registration and have at least 12 months of nursing experience. The role includes conducting health and disability assessments, compiling reports, and liaising with clinical peers. A competitive salary ranging from £39,500 to £41,500 annually, along with a performance-related bonus and extensive benefits, is offered.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Performance-related bonuses

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

Professional training and development

Qualifications

• Valid NMC pin required.
• Minimum of 12 months' experience as a nurse is needed.
• Appropriate work space at home for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Compile 5-6 assessments and reports daily.
• Conduct telephone, video, or face-to-face assessments.
• Liaise with clinical peers for evidence gathering.

Skills

NMC registration

Experience in patient assessment

Communication skills

Education

Nursing qualification (RGN, RMN, RNLD)

Job description

Overview

Functional Assessor Nurse for Work Capability Assessments (WCA) - HOMEBASED

• Candidates need to reside in the UK for these roles

Starting Salary: £39,500 - £41,500/pa + benefits + 10% yearly bonus

Nurses: RGN, RMN, RNLD

Why work 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.

Functional 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 provided)
• No previous health and disability assessor experience required as full, paid training is provided

Functional Assessor Nurse Role

• Compile 5-6 assessments + reports a day once training is completed
• Annual salary of £39,500 (starting) - £41,500 with yearly salary increases and yearly bonus
• Full training is supplied over an initial 12 week period, completed as virtual/remote homebased teaching and assessments (initial 6 weeks) and probation period with mentor support (further 6 weeks on average)
• Performance-related bonus of up to 10% paid quarterly
• 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
• File work is a part of this role (training provided)

Functional Assessor Nurse Benefits

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell extra 5 days of leave
• Pay rise subject to regular performance review
• Performance-related bonus of up to 10% paid quarterly
• Pension scheme (contributory up to 6%)
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• 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 Functional Assessor roles and see if it could be a good fit for you