Functional Specialist

Donard Recruitment; Belfast; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Functional Specialists to provide empathetic assessments for government disability allowances. This role offers the opportunity to utilize your clinical expertise while working in a hybrid model. You will be responsible for managing a diverse caseload, conducting both in-person and virtual assessments, and ensuring a personalized service for each client. With attractive benefits, including a competitive salary and bonuses, as well as professional development opportunities, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive environment. Join a team that values your contributions and fosters your growth!

Benefits

25 days Holidays, rising to 27

5% retention bonus

10% quality & retention bonus

Company matched pension

Access to Health & Wellbeing programme

Annual charity day

Company Laptop

Mobile Phone

Qualifications

• Qualified professionals in nursing or therapy with valid registrations.
• Strong communication and IT skills are essential for the role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face and virtual assessments for disability allowance.
• Manage caseloads and ensure comprehensive assessments.

Skills

Communication Skills

IT Literacy

Education

Qualified Nurse

Occupational Therapist

Physiotherapist

Paramedic

Mental Health Nurse

Tools

Health & Wellbeing programme

Headspace mobile app

Company Laptop

Mobile Phone

Job description

Carryduff, Belfast, Antrim, Northern Ireland
BT8

Further your career and take on a new challenge as a Functional Specialist!

We are recruiting for hybrid working Nurses, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Paramedics to make the most of their existing clinical knowledge and take on a new role with a leading, multi-national employer with Full time roles available.

As a Functional Specialist you will be providing unbiased, comprehensive assessments for the Government’s disability allowance (PIP) whilst ensuring a personalised, inclusive and empathetic service for the service user.

Benefits Include:

1. Basic salary of £38,500 - £41,500*
2. + 5% retention bonus
3. + rising to 10% quality & retention bonus*
4. 25 days Holidays per annum, rising to 27 days with service
5. Company Laptop and Mobile Phone provided
6. Access to Health & Wellbeing programme and Headspace mobile app
7. Annual charity day
8. Company matched pension

*OTE and Bonus scheme attainable once additional training is complete.

Your New Role:

1. As a multi-skilled Functional Specialist, you will manage caseloads from end to end which includes delivering face to face and virtual assessments, telephone assessments, initial review calls and paper based reports (PBR).
2. You will assess the full range of health conditions and disabilities affecting the claimant, including physical, sensory, mental, intellectual and cognitive impairments.
3. You will have time built into your working rota for breaks, CPD, audit amendments, requesting and reviewing further evidence and team meetings.

Requirements:

1. Qualified Nurse, Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist or Paramedic.
2. Valid registration on NMC or HCPC without restrictions.
3. Excellent communication skills and strong IT literacy.