Occupational Therapist Disability Assessor

Aspect Healthcare; Haverfordwest; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Haverfordwest is seeking a qualified Occupational Therapist Disability Assessor to conduct assessments for the DWP Health Assessment Services. This role offers a mix of remote and on-site work, promoting a healthy work-life balance alongside competitive benefits including generous leave and a fully paid training program. Candidates must hold HCPC registration and have at least a year of relevant UK experience.

Benefits

Generous annual leave package

Hybrid working arrangements

Fully paid training program

Opportunities for development and progression

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified Occupational Therapist.
• UK experience is essential.
• Ability to work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed assessments in various formats.
• Interpret medical evidence for reports.
• Support decision-making for DWP.

Skills

Clinical experience with diverse health conditions

Excellent oral and written communication skills

IT competency

Proactive and receptive to feedback

Education

HCPC registration

1 year post-registration experience

Job description

Occupational Therapist Disability Assessor

Location: Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire (Sir Benfro), Wales

Location: Haverfordwest

Permanent - full time or part time available (Mon-Fri). Mixture of remote and assessment centre working, offering a work-life balance.

Are you a qualified Occupational Therapist seeking a genuine work-life balance and a chance to thrive in a brand new healthcare environment, while utilising and developing your clinical skills?

As a Disability Assessor you will work autonomously to assess claimants applying for Work Capability (WCA) as part of the DWP Health Assessment and Advisory Services (HAAS). The funding helps support individuals financially who are unable to work or to live as independently as possible. You will complete assessments with individuals who have a broad range of health conditions, and you may conduct some assessments remotely.

An in-depth training programme is provided which is fully paid for, so you will feel equipped for your new role. This role counts towards your clinical hours, helping you maintain your registration.

A comprehensive benefits package includes (but is not limited to):

• Generous annual leave package, plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working with flexible patterns to support work/life balance
• Collaborative and dynamic working environment
• Fully paid training programme
• Excellent opportunities for development and progression

Job responsibilities as a Disability Assessor:

• Use your clinical experience to work with people who have a diverse range of health conditions and understand how their disability affects daily life
• Conduct detailed, meaningful assessments in office or at home, via telephone, video, or face-to-face
• Interpret medical evidence and compile findings into a comprehensive report to support DWP decision-making

Requirements as a Disability Assessor:

• We can only accept applications from Occupational Therapists for this vacancy
• HCPC registration is required
• You must have at least 1 year of broad post-registration experience; UK experience is essential
• Proactive, keen to learn and receptive to feedback
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously and proven IT competency

If you are interested in discovering more about this Disability Assessor role, please apply now.

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