Paramedic

Medacs; Gateshead; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare company in Gateshead is seeking a Functional Assessor (Paramedic) to utilize clinical expertise in assessments that evaluate how conditions impact daily living. The role offers a starting salary of £39,000, with the potential to earn up to £46,575. Candidates must have HCPC registration and at least one year of post-registration experience in the UK. Competitive benefits include generous annual leave and flexible working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary with regular increases

Bonus scheme

Generous annual leave

Flexible working and optional overtime

NMC/HCPC fee reimbursement

Comprehensive benefits including pension and life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Referral bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience assessing how conditions impact daily living.
• Clinical expertise in healthcare assessments.
• Ability to conduct telephone and face-to-face assessments.

Responsibilities

• Assess and report on individuals' conditions.
• Conduct assessments both in-person and via telephone.

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 Paramedic

Minimum 1-year post-registration UK experience

Job description

Job Title: Functional Assessor (Paramedic)

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 (Paramedic) and use your clinical expertise in a rewarding hybrid role based in Gateshead.

As an experienced paramedic, you\'ll assess, discuss, and report on how conditions impact daily living through telephone and face-to-face 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 Paramedic
• 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 Functional 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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