Occupational Therapist Functional Assessor
Location: Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire (Sir Benfro), Wales
Permanent - full time or part time available (Mon-Fri). Mixture of remote and assessment centre working.
Overview
Are you a qualified Occupational Therapist seeking a genuine work-life balance and a chance to thrive in a brand new healthcare environment, whilst utilising and developing your clinical skills?
As a Functional Assessor you will work autonomously to assess the cases of claimants who are applying for Work Capability (WCA), as part of the DWP's Health Assessment and Advisory Services (HAAS). The funding helps support individuals financially who are unable to work, or to live as much of an independent life as possible. You will be completing assessments with individuals who have a broad range of health conditions, and you may conduct some assessments remotely.
An in-depth training programme is provided which is fully paid for, so you will feel fully equipped for your new role. This role counts towards your clinical hours, so you will maintain and uphold your registration.
Responsibilities
* Use your clinical experience to work with people who have a diverse range of health conditions and determine how their disability affects daily life.
* Complete detailed assessments in an office, at home, over the telephone, via video, or face-to-face.
* Interpret medical evidence and compile findings into a comprehensive report to support decision-making by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
Requirements
* We can only accept applications from Occupational Therapists for this vacancy.
* HCPC registration is required.
* You must have at least 1 year of broad post-registration experience; UK experience is essential.
* Proactive, keen to learn and receptive to feedback.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Ability to work autonomously and IT competency.
Benefits
* A generous annual leave package, plus all bank holidays off.
* Hybrid working with flexible patterns to champion healthy work-life balance.
* A collaborative and dynamic working environment.
* A robust fully-paid training programme.
* Great opportunities for development and progression.
If you are interested in discovering more about this Disability Assessor role, please apply now.
Aspect Healthcare is acting on behalf of our client as a recruitment agency. Aspect Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, sexuality, gender identification, or physical ability.
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