Overview
Functional Assessor – PIP (Personal Independence Payment - L4). Join to apply for the Functional Assessor – PIP role at PFAS (Personal Functional Assessment Services).
Are you a Nurse, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, or Paramedic looking to use your clinical skills in a new and rewarding way? PFAS is seeking passionate healthcare professionals to join us as Functional Assessors. You’ll work in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, with opportunities to grow your career and make a real difference.
PFAS supports over 36,000 people every year and is one of the UK’s leading providers of functional assessments. We deliver high-quality, attentive care and are a dedicated team aligned in providing the right care, first time, every time. You’ll receive full training and have the opportunity to grow into roles such as Clinical Coach, Trainer, or Clinical Manager. As a Functional Assessor, you will work autonomously with individuals applying for the PIP benefit as part of the DWPs Health Assessment and Advisory Services (HAAS). This will involve holding consultations and writing fair and accurate reports. You’ll enjoy a better work-life balance, continued professional development, and the chance to make a meaningful impact every day.
Position: Salary: £40,000.00 • Type: Permanent • Full time: 40 hours
As a Functional Assessor, you will interview claimants to understand the challenges they face. You will carry out detailed assessments through telephone, video, or face-to-face appointments to understand how a claimant’s disability, condition, or illness affects their ability to carry out everyday activities in a respectful, fair, and reassuring manner.
Responsibilities
* Analyse information critically to create accurate and concise reports.
* Interpret clinical information and evidence.
* Maintain professional standards in written communication and adherence to code of conduct.
* Provide positive experiences for claimants and colleagues, meeting quality and productivity targets.
Requirements
* A minimum of 1 year of clinical experience as a qualified healthcare professional (listed below).
* An ability to demonstrate a broad clinical knowledge.
* Previous experience in using computer software including Microsoft Office.
Essentials Qualifications (without These Your Application Cannot Be Considered)
* Nurses: Qualified Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD only); Member of the Royal College of Nursing (RCN).
* Physios/OTs: Qualified Chartered Physiotherapist or Qualified Occupational Therapist; Member of the UK Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC); Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (MCSP) or College of OT’s (COT).
* Paramedics: BSc or Qualified Paramedic; Member of the UK Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Other information:
What We Offer
* Professional Development Opportunities
* Employee Assistance Programme including free confidential counselling
* High-street discounts
* 25 days annual leave
* Moving Day Leave
* Membership of the Company pension scheme
* Recruit a Friend bonus scheme – up to £1,500
* Environmental Initiatives
* Westfield Health Cash Plan
* Free Eye Tests every 2 years
* Free annual Flu-Vaccination
* Upon completion of probation, eligible for the company bonus scheme up to 10% of annual salary based on performance
Do you want to have a great impact and make a difference? Then don’t miss out – we want to hear from you. Apply directly or contact our recruitment team for a confidential chat.
At PFAS, we value diversity and are committed to equality of opportunity for all. We are proudly Disability Confident employers and will make reasonable adjustments at interview and employment. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact pfas.recruitment@iprsgroup.com
Seniority level
* Not Applicable
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Consulting
* Health Care Provider
* Other
Industries
* Hospitals and Health Care
* Hospitals
* Health, Wellness & Fitness
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