Medical Writer jobs in United Kingdom

Here at Serco, we deliver health assessments that help determine eligibility for benefits on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

Our extensive experience supporting complex case management services across the globe and experience of working with the DWP, enables us to impact a better future for all. Service users are treated with care and respect, and our colleagues thrive in a supportive culture.

The role of the Senior Clinical Author involves leading a small team who research, write, edit, and review medical information, including ongoing clinical education, internal team updates, and patient education materials for the purposes of the claimant, the Health Professionals (HP) in line with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) Health Assessment Advisory Service (HAAS).

Health Assessment Advisory Service (HAAS) is responsible for delivering assessments for Personal Independence Payments (PIP), Employment and Support Allowance (ESA), Universal Credit (UC) as well as some Specialist Benefits (SB) for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). The Senior Clinical Author is responsible for the creation and maintenance of all clinical collateral within Serco HAAS Contract.

You will report to the Head of Clinical Development

The main responsibilities of a senior clinical author include:

• Manage a small team responsible for researching and reviewing medical literature to ensure that the organisation's content is up-to-date, accurate, and credible.
• Leading the creation of, and editing scientific or medical content that is clear, concise, and easy to understand.
• Collaborating with HPs, DWP, and other internal and external stakeholders to ensure that training guidelines and Continuous Professional Development (CPD) courses are relevant and accurate to HAAS
• Adhering to regulatory and ethical guidelines when creating medical content.
• Ensuring that the content is written in a way that meets the needs of the audience, whether they are healthcare professionals, claimants, or the general public.
• Ensuring that the content is accessible to people with disabilities, such as those with visual impairments. Staying up to date with the latest clinical and medical research and developments by reviewing DWP updates, NICE and SIGN guidelines.
• Collaborating with other HAAS providers, DWP, and other professionals to create and distribute content.
• Ensuring that the content meets Serco's standards for quality, accuracy, and style.
• Conducting peer reviews and revising the content with audit and operational colleagues.
• Adapting content to changes in benefit Legislation or government reviews.

Background

A strong background in medical writing, along with knowledge of medical terminology, research methodologies, and regulatory guidelines. Previous experience working as a Clinical Author in a relevant field would be an advantage. This may include experience working in the disability assessment, pharmaceutical industry, healthcare communications, or medical publishing. The role requires:

• Ability to write clear, concise, and accurate content that is tailored to the needs of the target audience is essential. This includes the ability to explain complex medical concepts in a way that is easy to understand.
• Ability to research and analyse medical information from a variety of sources, including peer-reviewed journals, medical textbooks, and online databases.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, internal staff, and the public.
• A keen eye for detail and accuracy.

• An accredited HP within a FAS/HAAS benefit either Work Capacity Assessments (WCA) or Personal Independence Payments (PIP).
• A background in clinical authorship either in FAS/HAAS or in a related field.

• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Life insurance
• 25days annual leave plus bank holidays. Options for annual leave purchase
• A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your familysuch as Employee Assistance Programme, Wisdom App, Simply Health cash plans, Bupa anytime helpline,free flu vaccines, eye testsand more.
• A fantastic culture and supportive team where you'll get the chance to make a positive difference in a company passionate about diversity and inclusion.
• Company discounts which include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shoppingand discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships.
• Interesting and enjoyable work.
• Committed to professional and personal development with a wide range of training and coaching opportunities to expand your capabilities.