Functional Assessor – PIP (Personal Independence Payment - L4)
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Are you a Nurse, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, or Paramedic looking to use your clinical skills in a new and rewarding way?
We at PFAS are seeking passionate and motivated healthcare professionals to join us as Functional Assessors. If you’re ready to make a real difference, grow your career, and work in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
PFAS supports over 36,000 people every year and is one of the UK’s leading providers of functional assessments. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality attentive care, and as a dedicated team, we are aligned in delivering our vision of 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 Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit as part of the DWP Health Assessment and Advisory Services (HAAS). This will involve holding consultations and writing fair and accurate reports.
In this role, 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 play a crucial role in interviewing 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.
Requirements
* A minimum of 1 year of clinical experience as a qualified healthcare professional
* An ability to demonstrate broad clinical knowledge
* Previous experience in using computer software including Microsoft Office
Essentials Qualifications (without These Your Application Cannot Be Considered)
* Nurses:
o Qualified Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD only)
o Member of the Royal College of Nursing (RCN)
* Physiotherapists/Occupational Therapists:
o Qualified Chartered Physiotherapist or Qualified Occupational Therapist
o Member of the UK Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC)
o Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (MCSP) or College of OT’s (COT)
* Paramedics:
o BSc or Qualified Paramedic
o Member of the UK Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC)
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 company bonus scheme up to 10% of annual salary based on performance
How to apply: Apply directly or contact our recruitment team for a confidential chat.
EEO statement: At PFAS, we value and promote diversity and are committed to equality of opportunity for all. We are Disability Confident employers and will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for candidates and encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. Disabled applicants who meet minimum criteria will be given opportunity to interview. For help with your application contact pfas.recruitment@iprsgroup.com
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Consulting, Health Care Provider, and Other
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care, Hospitals, and Health, Wellness & Fitness
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