Hybrid Medico-Legal Functional Assessor (Nurse/OT/PT)

gaia recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is looking for a Functional Assessor in Wandsworth, UK. This hybrid role is suited for Nurses, OTs, or Physiotherapists seeking to transition into a medically-focused assessment career. You will assess Personal Independence Payments for clients, requiring strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills. Successful candidates will receive comprehensive training, CPD opportunities, and support for maintaining professional registration, fostering both career growth and work-life balance. Salary starts at £49,934 with potential bonuses.

Benefits

Comprehensive training period

Ongoing CPD with over 100 hours per annum

Support with professional revalidation

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of working experience in patient-facing roles.
• Strong computer or IT skills are a distinct advantage.
• Ability to type at 30 words per minute.

Responsibilities

• Assess up to four customers per day and create written reports for DWP.
• Maintain NMC or HCPC registration with provided revalidation support.
• Engage in ongoing development and CPD opportunities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Compassion

Communication skills

IT skills

Education

Nursing, Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy qualification

Job description

A healthcare recruitment agency is looking for a Functional Assessor in Wandsworth, UK. This hybrid role is suited for Nurses, OTs, or Physiotherapists seeking to transition into a medically-focused assessment career. You will assess Personal Independence Payments for clients, requiring strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills. Successful candidates will receive comprehensive training, CPD opportunities, and support for maintaining professional registration, fostering both career growth and work-life balance. Salary starts at £49,934 with potential bonuses.