Functional Assessor - Pharmacist

Aspect Healthcare; Royal Tunbridge Wells; Hybrid; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Royal Tunbridge Wells seeks a qualified Pharmacist as a Functional Assessor. This role involves assessing claimants for Personal Independence Payment, conducting assessments both remotely and in person. The position offers flexibility with full-time or part-time options, a comprehensive training program, and an attractive benefits package to support work-life balance.

Benefits

Generous annual leave and bank holidays off

Flexible schedules

Collaborative work environment

Fully-paid training program

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• GPhC registration is required.
• Minimum 1 year post-registration experience in the UK.
• Proactive, eager to learn, and receptive to feedback.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments for claimants applying for Personal Independence Payment (PIP).
• Interpret medical evidence and compile findings into reports.
• Work within an office environment and remotely.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to work autonomously

I.T competency

Education

GPhC registration

1 year of broad post-registration experience

Job description

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

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

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.

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

Proactive, eager to learn, and receptive to feedback.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Ability to work autonomously and demonstrate I.T competency.

Salary: £39,500 per annum

Permanent role, full-time or part-time options available (Mon-Fri).

Combination of remote and assessment centre work, offering an excellent work-life balance.

Are you a qualified Pharmacist seeking a genuine work-life balance and the 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 individuals to live independently. You will evaluate a broad range of health conditions, with opportunities for remote assessments.

An in-depth, fully paid training programme will prepare you for the role. This position also counts towards your clinical hours, helping maintain your registration.

An attractive benefits package includes:

• A generous annual leave entitlement plus all bank holidays off.
• Hybrid working with flexible schedules to promote work-life balance.
• A collaborative and dynamic work environment.
• A comprehensive, fully-paid training programme.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.