Occupational Therapist Functional Assessor

Important note Interview process is currently computer-based assessments and telephone based interview - no Face to Face required. Delayed start dates are available if required (up to 6 months from interview date).

Starting Salary £39,500 + Generous Benefits Package and Overtime Opportunities

Office Hours Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm however part time is also available.

Are you an Occupational therapist looking for:

• A genuine work life balance with no bank holidays, evenings or weekends requirements
• A fresh challenge with responsibilities that keep your skills up to date and guarantees support in working towards revalidation
• To work for a forward-thinking organisation that encourages ongoing training and development
• sjb medical is proud to be seeking Physiotherapists for a fresh opportunity within a leading global provider of government health programmes.
• Centre for Health and Disability Assessments (CHDA), is an established organisation which carries out high quality functional assessments on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions
• Passionate about making a difference, CHDA have a mission to help customers move forward with their lives by providing a quality, sensitive and respectful service

What is a Functional Assessor

• Based within a multi-disciplinary team at your local assessment centre you will be responsible for completing professional functional health assessments by meeting with individuals and reviewing a wide range of complex medical conditions
• You will focus on how an individual's ability to perform day to day activities is affected by their condition and produce a high quality, detailed, impartial report for DWP
• To ensure you are fully prepared for your new role, you will embark on a comprehensive induction and training programme
• Support is on-going and will allow you to become a proficient and qualified Functional Assessor

Your Excellent Benefits Package

• Excellent work-life balance Monday to Friday with no nights, weekends or bank holidays required.
• Private medical insurance, life assurance, pension scheme and professional indemnity cover
• Fantastic prospects for promotion and professional growth
• HCPC fee reimbursement and revalidation support
• 25 days of annual leave and the option to buy additional days or sell back
• Part time
• A split of homebased and office working available.

A working environment that nurtures a commitment to public service and supporting people, guaranteeing you really get to know each customer and make a difference to their life

This is an excellent opportunity for an Occupational Therapist with a minimum of 1 year post-registration broad-based experience, to further progress their careers and join a market leading, forward thinking organisation.

To find out more please contact sjb medical for an informal discussion or apply online.