Functional Assessors - Nurses, Physios, OT's, Paramedics

PFAS - IPRS Group; Redhill; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare assessment organization in Redhill is looking for motivated Nurses, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, or Paramedics. You'll assess claimants for the Personal Independence Payment and contribute to improving care standards while enjoying professional development opportunities. Candidates require relevant qualifications and a minimum of one year of clinical experience. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

High-street discounts

25 days annual leave

Membership of the Company pension scheme

Recruit a Friend bonus scheme

Westfield Health Cash Plan

Free Eye Tests every 2 years

Free annual Flu-Vaccination

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assess cases for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefits.
• Interview claimants and complete thorough assessments.
• Create accurate reports based on assessments.

Skills

Clinical experience

Broad clinical knowledge

Computer software proficiency

Education

Qualified Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD)

Qualified Chartered Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist

Qualified Paramedic

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 is a clinically focused organisation supporting over 36,000 claimants every year! As one of the top providers of functional assessments, we deliver the highest clinical quality, the most attentive care, and a well‑supported, dedicated team aligned in 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.

Position

Salary: £40,000

Type: Permanent

Full time: 40 hours

Responsibilities

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.

You will interview claimants to understand the challenges they face and complete 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.

• 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

• A minimum of 1 year of clinical experience as a qualified healthcare professional (listed below).
• An ability to demonstrate a broad clinical knowledge.
• Previous experience in using computer software including Microsoft Office.

Essentials Qualifications (without these your application cannot be considered)

Nurses

• Qualified Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD only).
• Member of the Royal College of Nursing (RCN).

Physios/OTs

• 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).

Paramedics

• BSc or Qualified Paramedic.
• Member of the UK Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC).

Other Information

What We Offer

• 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!

Apply directly or please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for a confidential chat.

At PFAS, we value and promote diversity and are committed to equality of opportunity for all. We are proudly Disability Confident employers and as such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact [e-mail]