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* Salary: £37,500 - £43,000 + £2,000 after one year + ongoing bonus of up to 10%
* Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, Part-Time Available
* Hybrid working arrangement
About the role
As a Functional Assessor, your main task will be to evaluate individuals and how their disabilities or conditions impact their ability to work. Using your clinical expertise, you'll take detailed medical histories and perform physical examinations, then produce concise, accurate reports for the Department of Work & Pensions (DWP) to determine benefit eligibility.
The role involves face-to-face and remote assessments via telephone/video, requiring sensitivity, compassion, and professionalism. You will have sufficient time for thorough assessments and will work independently within a supportive multidisciplinary team.
About you
* Registered Adult Nurse with NMC Level 1, with at least 12 months of recent broad-based clinical experience within the past 5 years.
* Experience working with adults in various clinical settings such as Surgical, Medical, A&E, Community, or Practice Nursing.
* CPD-registered with continuous professional development documented on your CV.
* Strong communication skills, adaptability, IT proficiency, integrity, and a customer-focused approach.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a commitment to confidentiality and professional growth.
* Eligible to work in the UK (sponsorship not available).
Benefits
* Competitive salary with incremental bonuses
* Annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to buy or sell days
* Paid registration fees
* Comprehensive remote working equipment and training
* Regular performance reviews
* Employer-matched pension contributions up to 6%
* Access to discounts, wellbeing support, and professional development opportunities
Training and development
Four days of CPD annually, one-on-one clinical coaching, and community practice groups. Opportunities for internal promotion and global networking within healthcare sectors.
Why choose SJB Medical
We are a longstanding agency supporting DWP assessor contractors, committed to diversity, equality, and fair treatment throughout the recruitment process.
Location: Salisbury, England
Additional info
Languages: English
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Part-time
Job function: Healthcare Provider
Industries: Healthcare, Technology, Internet
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