Paramedic

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

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Gateshead is seeking an experienced Functional Assessor (Paramedic) to evaluate the impact of health conditions on daily living. This permanent role offers a starting salary of £39,000 with potential earnings up to £46,575. The candidate should have HCPC registration, strong communication skills, and a commitment to high-quality service. Benefits include generous leave, a bonus scheme, and flexible working 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

• Experience in assessing how conditions impact daily living.
• Ability to conduct telephone and face-to-face assessments.
• Eligibility for HCPC or NMC registration.

Responsibilities

• Assess and report on patients' conditions.
• Discuss the impact of health conditions on daily living.
• Conduct assessments both remotely and in person.

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 £39,000 OTE up to £46,575

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

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.

We consider ourselves to be an equitable employer which celebrates diversity and encourages inclusion. Our ongoing commitments to Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion means we recognise candidates may want to anonymise their CV during the application process, if you wish to do this you are welcome to do so.