Disability Assessor

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Job description

Are you an enthusiastic and ambitious health professional looking to take your career to the next level?

The role of Disability Assessor will allow you to utilise your clinical knowledge and critical thinking skills in a new setting whilst enjoying a great work life balance and rewarding pay.

You will be joining a forward-thinking, friendly team who strive to provide a positive working environment and support you at each stage.

There are several progression routes available, and should you wish to take the text step, we will support you along the way.

What are the main job functions?

The role of a PIP Assessor is to undertake telephone assessments for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) on the behalf of the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP). You will be required to analyse and interpret clinical information and medical evidence relating to the claimant's functional ability and provide a comprehensive report in a concise and professional manner. You will be working autonomously however your colleagues and the clinical management team are always on hand to provide support.

The role is best suited to those with a broad clinical knowledge and previous experience of assessing/report writing although full training is provided.

What we will provide to you:

Starting salary of £35,000
Bi-annual incentive package once you have passed probation*
Salary uplifts of £1000 at 6 and 12 months* and OTE of £38,500
£500 refer a friend scheme*
Flexible annual leave
Fixed hours with no evening or weekend work
Reimbursement of HCPC/NMC registration fee once passed probation
Optional paid overtime (depending on business need)
Extensive training including an eLearning programme and a paid 4-week course
Regular training to support CPD and revalidation
Fantastic opportunities for promotion and professional growth
Membership of the company pension and life assurance scheme
Online wellness portal
Annual leave entitlement is 25 days per year plus bank holidays
Scope for flexible working in either an Assessment Centre, a claimants' home or own home working

Essential Requirements

Registered Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD), Paramedic, Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist
One year post - registration experience
Current NMC or HCPC registration with no restrictions

Skills and Experience

Excellent communication, organisation and time management skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office with the ability to navigate various IT systems
The ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Experience of working in a range of clinical settings
Strong IT skills

If you are interested in finding out more about becoming a Disability Assessor, we would love to hear from you. Please call us on or apply now.

TFS Healthcare is acting on behalf of our client as a Recruitment Agency.

TFS Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, sexuality, gender identification, or physical ability.

TFS Healthcare will make reasonable adjustments and provide support for anyone who needs it either to apply or to succeed in the role. We will also support people to access our clients' organisations with sensitivity, respect and care.