Functional Assessor, Nurses, Physios, OTs, Paramedics

Pfas - Iprs Group; Kemp Town Estate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a Functional Assessor to conduct clinical assessments for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) claims. The role emphasizes report writing and engaging with claimants. Ideal candidates require a recognized healthcare qualification, a year of clinical experience, and membership in relevant professional bodies. The position also offers development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

High-street discounts

25 days annual leave

Membership of the Company pension scheme

Recruit a Friend bonus scheme

Free Eye Tests

Free annual Flu-Vaccination

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience as a qualified healthcare professional.
• Demonstrate a broad clinical knowledge.
• Experience using computer software including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assess cases of people applying for Personal Independence Payment (PIP).
• Hold consultations and write fair and accurate reports.
• Conduct thorough assessments via telephone, video call, or face-to-face.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Report writing

Patient interaction

Attention to detail

Education

BSc or Qualified Paramedic

Member of the Royal College of Nursing (RCN)

Qualified Chartered Physiotherapist

Qualified Occupational Therapist

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference and driving change in a fast-paced, innovative environment? At PFAS, we're on the lookout for a highly motivated and talented Nurses, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists or Paramedics to join our dynamic team. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and be a part of a company that values creativity, collaboration, and professional growth, then we want to hear from you!

PFAS are 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.

Our roles offer you the chance for a change of direction from the standard healthcare professional role, whilst providing you the opportunity to maintain and develop your clinical registration, skills, and knowledge. We have great opportunities for development and progression within PFAS including Clinical Coaching, Training Roles, and Clinical Support Managers.

Role Overview

As a Functional Assessor you will work autonomously to assess the cases of people who are applying for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit as part of the DWPs Health Assessment and Advisory Services (HAAS). This will involve holding consultations and writing fair and accurate reports.

As a Functional 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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience as a qualified healthcare professional.
• Ability to demonstrate a broad clinical knowledge.
• Previous experience in using computer software including Microsoft Office.
• Qualified Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD only)
• Member of the Royal College of Nursing (RCN)
• 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)
• BSc or Qualified Paramedic
• Member of the UK Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC), Disability Confident

About Disability Confident

A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to .

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!