Clinical Assessor

Are you looking for a better work/life balance?

We have several roles available working hybrid (2 days at home) role at our Northampton clinic.

Location:

Charles House, 61-69 Derngate, Northampton, NN1 1UE

If you’re a registered nurse, paramedic, occupational therapist or physiotherapist ready to step away from shift work and hands-on care, this could be your perfect next move!

We offer a values-driven environment – our Capita Values of Customers First, Fearless Innovation, Achieve Together and Everyone is Valued underpin how we treat each other and our clients.

As a Clinical Assessor/Functional Specialist you’ll use your clinical expertise and analytical skills in a different way - to meet with benefits claimants in person, on the phone or via video link, write reports and make important clinical recommendations, all while enjoying a more structured and flexible way of working.

What we offer

* Excellent training and ongoing support – be part of our valued team where wellbeing is prioritised.

* Full or part time hours (minimum 3 days per week).

* Monday to Friday between 8am to 5pm with no weekend or night shifts (occasional 8pm finishes may be required).

 * £39,500 starting salary, rising to £40,500 after DWP/DfC approval.

* 10% of Salary Bonus scheme (based on quality and performance).

* Hybrid working – home and clinic based (up to 3 days per week).

​​​​​Please note, due to business needs, part-time staff will be required to work on a Friday each week as part of their usual pattern. Also there will be an initial full time (paid) training period of 8 weeks so candidates must be able to commit to that.

Other benefits

* HCPC/NMC fees paid and full revalidation support.

* 15 weeks’ full maternity, adoption and shared parental pay.

* Company pension, life assurance and Cycle2

Work scheme.

* Discounts across retail, travel, technology and wellbeing.

* Free access to Headspace (for you and up to 5 others).

* A paid volunteering day each year.

* Ongoing training, development and clear career pathways.

* 25 days’ holiday (rising to 27 with service) with the option to buy more up to 5 days.

What you’ll do in this role:

* Conduct functional assessments which include initial reviews, face-to-face, video or telephone assessments to evaluate how a claimant’s health condition or disability affects them for various types of benefit.

* Analyse and interpret clinical information and supporting evidence.

* Write detailed evidence-based reports to support the DWP in making informed and objective decisions - no treatment or diagnosis required.

* Use IT systems to support clinical decision-making and report writing.

* Develop your clinical knowledge and constantly learn about health conditions which are less familiar to you.

What are PIP and WCA?

* Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit for people with a long-term health condition or impairment. It is paid to make a contribution to the extra costs that disabled people may face, to help them lead full, active and independent lives.

* Work Capability Assessment (WCA) is a functional assessment that looks at a range of different activities relating to physical, mental, intellectual and cognitive functions, to help DWP/DfC determine a customer's capability for work or work-related activity.

About you

* NMC registered Nurse (RGN, RMN or RNLD) or HCPC registered paramedic, occupational therapist or physiotherapist with a valid PIN and no current restrictions

* Minimum of one year’s post-registration experience.

* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

* Ability to produce clear, accurate and detailed reports.

* Comfortable working quickly to meet structured targets.

* Good IT skills including Microsoft Office, and the ability to learn new systems while working remotely.

*…