Occupational Therapist

Medacs Healthcare; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing company in Gateshead seeks an experienced Functional Assessor (Occupational Therapist). The role involves assessing how conditions affect daily living. Candidates must be a registered Occupational Therapist with a minimum of one year of experience. This position offers a competitive salary, opportunities for flexibility and career progression, and many benefits including a bonus scheme and generous leave options.

Benefits

Competitive salary with regular increases

Bonus scheme

Generous annual leave (25 days + service allowance)

Flexible working and optional overtime

NMC/HCPC fee reimbursement

Employee well-being support

Referral bonus scheme (£2,500)

Qualifications

• Assess and report on how conditions impact daily living.
• Conduct face-to-face and telephone assessments.
• Use your clinical expertise in a hybrid role.

Skills

Strong report writing and communication skills

Excellent organisation and time management

Proficiency in typing and IT systems

Commitment to integrity and high-quality service

Education

Current, unrestricted HCPC registration

Registered Occupational therapist

Minimum 1-year post-registration UK experience

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Functional Assessor (Occupational Therapist)

Location: Gateshead

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Starting salary £39000 OTE up to £46,575

Please Note: Unfortunately, we are not able to support sponsorship to work in the UK at this time

About You

Join Medacs Healthcare as a Functional Assessor (Occupational Therapist) and use your clinical expertise in a rewarding hybrid role based in Gateshead.

As an experienced Occupational Therapist, you'll assess, discuss, and report on how conditions impact daily living through face-to-face and telephone assessments.

Key Skills

• Strong report writing and communication skills
• Excellent organisation and time management
• Proficiency in typing and IT systems
• Commitment to integrity and high-quality service

Essential Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted HCPC registration
• Registered Occupational therapist
• Applications also welcome from NMC Registered Nurses (RN, RMN, RNLD), HCPC Registered Physiotherapists, and Occupational Therapists
• Minimum 1-year post-registration UK experience (NHS or private healthcare)

Benefits Package

• Competitive salary with regular increases
• Bonus scheme
• Generous annual leave (25 days + service allowance)
• Flexible working and optional overtime
• NMC/HCPC fee reimbursement and ongoing CPD support (T&Cs apply)
• Comprehensive benefits including pension, life assurance, and more
• Employee well-being support with access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Referral bonus scheme (£2,500) and employee recognition programs
• Access to discounts through our Lifestyle platform

Why Choose Us?

• Develop Your Expertise: Become a skilled clinical assessor and report writer.
• Work Autonomously with Support: Balance independence with team collaboration.
• Career Progression
• Opportunities: Gain experience in coaching, auditing, and
• team management.
• Work-Life Balance: No evenings, weekends, or bank holidays with flexible and hybrid working options.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join Medacs Healthcare today.

How to Apply

Please apply with your up-to-date CV.

You must provide evidence of your UK right to work

*OTE based on meeting all eligible criteria including hybrid working, increases + optional overtime

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