WCA - Physiotherapist Functional Assessor - Hybrid

Avature; Wolverhampton; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physiotherapist Functional Assessor to join their team. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on individuals' lives by assessing how disabilities affect their daily activities. With a focus on flexibility and work-life balance, you will conduct assessments through various methods and produce detailed reports to aid in benefit eligibility decisions. The position includes a comprehensive training program and ongoing support, making it an ideal opportunity for those looking to grow in their clinical career while enjoying the benefits of a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Flexible working

Leading maternity and paternity paid leave

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Ongoing CPD and clinical development

Life insurance

Healthcare Cash Plan

In-person clinical conferences

Qualifications

• Valid HCPC registration number required.
• At least 1 year of post-registration experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments to understand the impact of disabilities on daily life.
• Produce reports for benefits eligibility determination.

Skills

Communication Skills

Clinical Assessment

Report Writing

Education

Registered Physiotherapist

Tools

Computer Software

Job description

WCA - Physiotherapist Functional Assessor - Hybrid

Date: Tuesday, May 21, 2024

Location: United Kingdom

Working Time: Full-time

Description & Requirements

WCA - Physiotherapist Functional Assessor

Monday to Friday - 09:00 – 17:00

Do good. Be great as a physio.

Are you a Registered Physiotherapist seeking flexible working, a better work-life balance, and an opportunity to make a difference?

About the Role:

As a Physiotherapist Functional Assessor at Maximus, you'll use your clinical expertise to understand how a person's disability or health condition affects their daily life. You’ll work on complex cases involving chronic pain disorders and neurological, physical, and mental health conditions while your compassion and experience help customers move forward with their lives.

The role can be both challenging and rewarding, which is why we provide a tailored training programme to help you thrive. You'll begin with 6 weeks of training before assessing customers and have ongoing support and mentorship in your role with us.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Conduct telephone, video, or face-to-face assessments to understand how a person's disability or health condition affects their daily life.
2. Produce Work Capability Assessment (WCA) reports to help the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) determine a person’s eligibility for benefits.
3. Develop your clinical knowledge and assessment skills with the support of regular feedback and supervision.

What We Look For:

Requirements:

1. Valid HCPC registration number.
2. At least 1 year of broad post-registration experience gained within or outside of the NHS.
3. You MUST have the right to work in the UK – we cannot offer sponsorships.
4. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
5. Comfortable using computer software to type and produce detailed reports.

What We Offer:

1. Flexible working – full time, part time, and hybrid.
2. Leading maternity and paternity paid leave.
3. Bank holidays plus 25 days’ holiday with the option to buy or sell 5 days.
4. Ongoing CPD, clinical development, and reimbursed validation fees.
5. £2,000 for referring a friend.
6. Life insurance and Medicash Healthcare Cash Plan.
7. In-person clinical conferences held annually.

Join us and become part of a team that's making a real difference to people’s lives.

EEO Statement:

Maximus is committed to developing, maintaining, and supporting a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the recruitment process. We know that feeling included has a dramatic impact on personal wellbeing and are working to ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment due to any personal characteristic.

We are a Disability Confident Leader, thanks to our commitment to the recruitment, retention, and career development of people with disabilities and long-term conditions. The Disability Confident scheme includes a guaranteed interview for any applicant with a disability who meets the minimum requirements for a job.