Pharmacist Functional Assessor

Functional Assessor

Salary: £40,000–£50,000. Additional pay & bonuses:
Guaranteed £2,000 salary uplift within your first year (subject to approval milestones and contract). One‑off approval bonus of 5% of salary. Up to 10% annual performance bonus based on quality and performance. Working pattern:
Full‑time, Monday to Friday, 9am‑5pm. Part‑time hours available. Make a real difference in healthcare – without the shift work.

As a Functional Assessor, you'll use your clinical expertise in a new and rewarding way, carrying out functional assessments that support individuals applying for health‑related benefits. This role allows you to apply your clinical judgement while enjoying regular working hours, no night shifts, and no weekend work. You'll be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team delivering high‑quality, evidence‑based assessments. Based at one of our UK centres, you'll benefit from a structured working environment, comprehensive training, and clear career development pathways.

• Conduct functional assessments and produce clear, accurate, high‑quality reports
• Use clinical judgement to assess a wide range of physical and mental health conditions
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals
• Maintain accurate records in line with clinical governance and quality standards
• Engage in ongoing training, CPD, and clinical supervision
• Deliver assessments with empathy, professionalism, and integrity

• Be a registered healthcare professional (Nurse, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Paramedic, or Pharmacist)
• Have at least 12 months’ post‑registration experience within the last five years
• Have no current restrictions to practice
• Demonstrate strong communication, assessment, and report‑writing skills

• Competitive salary with £1,000 uplift after 6 months (PIP only) and £1,000 after 12 months, subject to approval
• One‑off 5% approval bonus
• Up to 10% annual bonus based on performance and quality
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (option to buy additional days)
• 4 CPD days per year plus 1:1 clinical coaching and development support
• Annual professional registration fees paid
• Flexible working patterns and life‑friendly hours
• Access to the Wisdom Wellbeing App, counselling, and mental health support
• Pension scheme with up to 6% employer contribution
• Discounts on cinema, travel, mobile contracts, and more

SJB Medical brings together specialist healthcare recruitment and clinical expertise to provide a unique resourcing service to the healthcare sector. We pride ourselves on supporting candidates throughout their recruitment journey and beyond. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring a fair and supportive recruitment process for all.