Functional Assessor - Pharmacist

Aspect Healthcare; Ashford; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A health services provider in Ashford seeks a Functional Assessor (Pharmacist) to assess claimants applying for Personal Independence Payment (PIP). You will complete assessments and compile reports while enjoying a hybrid work schedule. The ideal candidate holds GPhC registration and has at least 1 year of UK-based post-registration experience. This permanent position offers excellent work-life balance and comprehensive training.

Benefits

Generous annual leave package

Flexible hybrid working

Collaborative work environment

Fully paid training program

Opportunities for development

Qualifications

• Registered pharmacist with GPhC registration.
• Minimum of 1 year of broad post-registration experience required.
• UK experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Complete detailed assessments via various methods.
• Interpret medical evidence and compile reports.
• Support decision-making for the Department for Work and Pensions.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

IT competency

Proactivity

Ability to work autonomously

Education

GPhC registration

1 year of post-registration experience

Job description

Job Description: Functional Assessor (Pharmacist)

Use your clinical experience to work with people who have a diverse range of health conditions. Gain a clear understanding of how their challenges and disabilities impact their daily lives.

Work within an office environment and remotely to complete detailed, meaningful, and respectful assessments via telephone, video, or face-to-face interactions.

Interpret medical evidence and compile findings into comprehensive reports to support decision-making by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). GPhC registration is required.

Applicants must have at least 1 year of broad post-registration experience, with UK experience being essential.

Ideal candidates are proactive, eager to learn, receptive to feedback, and possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to work autonomously and IT competency are essential.

Salary: £39,500 per annum

This is a permanent position, available full-time or part-time (Monday to Friday). The role offers a mixture of remote and assessment centre working, providing an excellent work-life balance.

Are you a qualified Pharmacist seeking a genuine work-life balance and an opportunity to thrive in a new healthcare environment? As a Functional Assessor, you will work autonomously to assess claimants applying for Personal Independence Payment (PIP), supporting their independence. The role involves assessing individuals with a broad range of health conditions, with options for remote assessments.

An in-depth, fully paid training program will prepare you for this role. This position also contributes to your clinical hours, helping you maintain your registration.

Benefits include:

• A generous annual leave package plus all bank holidays off.
• Hybrid working with flexible patterns to promote work/life balance.
• A collaborative and dynamic working environment.
• A fully paid, comprehensive training program.
• Opportunities for development and progression.