Disability Assessor – WCA

1 week ago


Ipswich, United Kingdom PFAS Full time
We are welcoming Nurses, Paramedics, Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists who are passionate about making a difference and are looking for a change in their career in a fast paced and innovative environment.

PFAS, is a clinically focused organisation supporting over 36,000 claimants every year As one of the top providers of functional assessments, with the highest clinical quality, the most attentive care and crucially the most well-supported, dedicated team, we are aligned in delivering our vision of providing the right care, first time, every time.

Once you have completed our unique training program, you will use your skills as a healthcare professional to assess cases of people who are applying for a Work Capability Assessment (WCA) and complete fair and accurate reports as part of the DWPs Health Assessment and Advisory Services (HAAS).

Our roles offer you the chance to change direction whilst providing you with the opportunity to maintain and develop your clinical registration, skills and knowledge, and work within a structure Monday - Friday contract.

There are lots of opportunities for development and progression within the PFAS team including Clinical coaching, training roles and Clinical Support Manager roles.

Position:

As a Disability Assessor, you will play a crucial role in interviewing claimants to understand the challenges they face. By completing thorough assessments and examinations via telephone, video call, or face-to-face means you will assess how our claimant’s disability/condition/illness impacts their functional ability on daily activities in a respectful, non-biased and reassuring manner.

Salary: £39,500.00

Type: Permanent

Full time: 37.5 hours

With proven experience of working within a medical background you will;

· 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.

We would love to hear from you if you have:

· A minimum of 12 months 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

Requirements:

ssentials Qualifications (without these your application cannot be considered)

Nurses:

· Qualified Nurse RGN, or dual qualified RMN/RNLD

· 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)

Experience we look for:

A minimum of 12 months HCPC or NMC experience.

Orthopaedic experience (acute and elective)
Pre-assessment experience (surgical/orthopaedic)
Experience working with patients with both mental health and physical problems and Neurological settings.
Broad range of experience in different areas as would have more clinical knowledge
Worked in ITU units

Other information:

What We Offer:

· 21 Days AL (increasing to 25 from January 2025) plus 8 bank holidays.

· Hybrid working with flexible patterns to champion healthy work/life balance.

· Protected CPD time and allowance to upskill and continuously develop your knowledge base.

· A collaborative and dynamic work environment

· Great opportunities for development and progression within PFAS including Clinical Coaching, Training Roles and Clinical Support Managers.

· Scottish Widows Pension

· Westfield Health cash plan

· EAP

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 please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for a confidential chat.

We will consider applications from candidates who require a visa to work in the UK.

As a Disability Confident Committed employer, at IPRS PFAS, we ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible.

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