Functional Assessor Remote

ENGINEERINGUK; Manchester; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Manchester seeks a Functional Assessor to conduct health assessments and prepare reports for the Department of Work and Pensions. Candidates need at least 12 months of UK-based experience as a registered nurse or physiotherapist. This role offers supportive training and a range of benefits including a private pension scheme and annual leave.

Benefits

Up to 10% Bonus

25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Supported/paid CPD for clinicians

Private pension scheme

Private Medical insurance

Maternity and Parental Leave

Online shopping discounts

Qualifications

• At least 12-month post-registration experience as an NMC registered nurse or HCPC physiotherapist, or occupational therapist in the UK.
• Experience treating a wide range of physical and mental health conditions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health and disability assessments to understand each person's unique needs.
• Prepare detailed reports for submission to the Department of Work and Pensions.
• Collaborate to provide high-quality service and improve health assessment services.

Skills

Critical analysis

Logical thinking

Proficiency in IT tools

Job description

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We are delighted to announce exciting opportunities for qualified clinicians to join our team as a Functional Assessor here at Ingeus UK, part of the global human services provider APM Group.

• Are you passionate about helping others?
• Do you have 12+ months of UK-based post registration experience as an NMC registered nurse (RGN, RMN or RNLD) or HCPC registered physiotherapist, or occupational therapist?
• Are you interested in a job that allows you to use your clinical skills in a different way whilst keeping your clinical registration?

If so, then joining Ingeus UK as a Functional Assessor may be the perfect opportunity for you. From your first day, you'll join a welcoming and skilled team and be supported through specialist training delivered by our Learning Academy, which includes one-to-one coaching, mentoring and workshops to guide you towards achieving full DWP accreditation.

Our culture treats everyone with dignity and respect, ensuring that every individual is comfortable, confident, and recognised for the value of their contributions.

We'll give you the tools you need to give you the best transition journey into your new position, as well as supported virtual and self-directed CPD. In addition, you'll get access to a wide range of development opportunities including gaining experience in other areas such as Training Lead, Quality Lead and Clinical Practice Lead positions. Of course, this also includes opportunities across other clinical and healthcare business areas within the wider APM Group.

What we can offer you includes:

• Up to 10% Bonus
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Supported/paid CPD for clinicians, registration fees reimbursed
• Private pension scheme
• Private Medical insurance
• Maternity and Parental Leave
• Online shopping discounts
• Variety of other financial and lifestyle options

As a Functional Assessor, your primary responsibilities will be:

• Conducting health and disability assessments to understand each person's unique needs.
• Carry out functional assessments that look at a range of different activities relating to physical, mental, intellectual and cognitive functions, to determine whether an individual could reasonably be expected to work or undertake work related activity.
• Preparing detailed reports and recommendations for submission to the Department of Work and Pensions.
• Collaborating with colleagues to provide high-quality service to claimants and contribute to the continued improvement and service excellence of health assessment services in the UK.

What we are looking for:

• At least 12-month post-registration experience gained in the UK as an NMC registered nurse or HCPC physiotherapist, or occupational therapist in the UK.
• Experience treating a wide range of physical and mental health conditions preferred.
• Strong critical analysis and logical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in IT tools for documentation and communication.

We welcome neurodiverse colleagues and provide a detailed breakdown of our application, screening, and interview process. For assistance or alternative formats during the recruitment process, please email us at [e-mail].

Please note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship