Nurse Disability Assessor HYBRID HOMEBASED

iGo Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency in Manchester is seeking a Nurse Disability Assessor to conduct assessments for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP). This hybrid role offers competitive annual pay between £37,800 and £39,800, alongside benefits including annual leave and private medical insurance. Experience as a nurse and a valid NMC pin are required, but previous experience as a health and disability assessor is not necessary as extensive training will be provided.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme (up to 6% contributory)

Private medical insurance

Life assurance 3X salary

Professional training and development

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid NMC pin.
• Minimum of 12 months of experience in nursing is required.
• Home workspace with broadband for hybrid working.

Responsibilities

• Compile 3 assessments and reports daily after training.
• Conduct health and disability assessments without decisions on claims.
• Liaise with clinical peers to gather evidence for reports.

Skills

Valid NMC pin

Minimum 12 months' nursing experience

Communication skills

Job description

Nurse Disability Assessor for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) – HYBRID HOMEBASED Working

Pay : £37,800 / pa - £39,800 + benefits + bonus

Nurses : RGN, RMN, RNLD

Why go with us?

As healthcare professionals we understand the challenges presented by the current healthcare sector, allowing us to provide detailed and honest insight into the role as a colleague. We offer unparalleled support throughout the application process, including 24 / 7 availability and intensive one‑on‑one interview preparation, meaning an enviable placement success rate and a 100% feedback rating.

Nurse Disability Assessor Requirements :

• Valid NMC pin
• A minimum of 12 months' experience as a nurse
• Appropriate work space within home setting that allows you to successfully complete your role, including broadband connection for hybrid roles
• No previous health and disability assessor experience required as full, paid training is provided

Nurse Disability Assessor role :

• Compile 3 assessments + 3 reports a day once training is completed
• Annual salary of £37,800 - £39,800 with salary increases and yearly bonus
• Full training is supplied over an initial 7 week period, completed as virtual / remote homebased teaching and assessments
• Hybrid working on completion of training (3 days at home – 2 days in the clinic)
• Conducting impartial, holistic health and disability assessments only and does not require you to make any decisions on claim outcomes
• Carry out telephone, video and / or face‑to‑face functional assessments to establish any functional restriction caused by a claimant’s health concern
• Be the point of contact during the consultation stage for claimants with a wide range of health conditions and disabilities
• Liaise with a range of clinical peers across the NHS and private healthcare sector, charities, and support organisations to obtain evidence that assists in the production of detailed reports
• Compile reports, which are then dispatched for review and decision as to eligibility
• Paper‑based Reviews and initial Triage are a part of this role (training provided)

Nurse Disability Assessor Benefits :

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy / sell extra 5 days of leave
• Pension scheme (contributory up to 6%)
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance 3Xsalary
• Maternity and Paternal leave
• Reimbursement of your annual NMC registration fee; supported / paid CPD
• Health screening every two years, after one year's service
• Professional training and development, covering well over the required CPD hours to revalidate and maintain your professional registration
• Shopping discounts across 1,000 retailers
• A paid volunteering day each year

Apply now to discuss Disability Assessor roles and see if it could be a good fit for you