Hybrid OT Functional Assessor — Impactful Clinical Assessments

DS Associates Recruitment; Yeovil; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency in Yeovil is seeking registered Nurses, Occupational Therapists, and Physiotherapists for a hybrid position as WCA Functional Assessors. This role offers a starting salary of £40,000 per annum with significant opportunities for professional development and a supportive work-life balance. Candidates must be fully registered with a relevant UK body and have at least one year of post-qualification experience.

Benefits

£1000 salary uplift after 6 months

£1000 salary uplift after 12 months

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Up to 6% contributory pension scheme

Discounts at around 1,000 retailers

Qualifications

• Minimum one year post-qualification experience as nurse, occupational therapist or physiotherapist.
• Registration with NMC, HCPC or other relevant body without restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face and telephone/video assessments for PIP or ESA benefits.
• Provide comprehensive reports to enable informed benefit claim decisions.
• Participate in ongoing CPD with over 100 hours protected per annum.

Skills

Excellent observational skills

Excellent communication skills

Typing speed of at least 30 words per minute

Education

Fully registered with a relevant UK regulatory body

One year's post-registration experience

Job description

A healthcare recruitment agency in Yeovil is seeking registered Nurses, Occupational Therapists, and Physiotherapists for a hybrid position as WCA Functional Assessors. This role offers a starting salary of £40,000 per annum with significant opportunities for professional development and a supportive work-life balance. Candidates must be fully registered with a relevant UK body and have at least one year of post-qualification experience.