Medical Doctor, Functional Assessor in Pontefract

Role Description: Medical Assessment and Reporting Opportunity for Doctors

Location: Pontefract

Starting Salary: £72,000 + Comprehensive Benefits Package

Hours: Monday to Friday, Full-time (37.5 hours) or Part-time (3 days+ p/w)

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).

Exciting opportunities are now available undertaking the role of Functional Health Assessor in Pontefract. sjb medical are recruiting experienced Registered Medical Practitioners to work with a leading provider of functional health assessment and reporting services on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

All roles commence with a comprehensive induction programme and full sector of state approved training is provided with opportunities of working towards accreditation.

Full-time and part-time positions are available, working a minimum of three days per week - Monday to Friday with structured 9am-5pm working hours.

Role Overview:

* Undertaking thorough face-to-face functional health assessments, reviewing medical evidence and writing subsequent detailed reports, enabling the DWP to make informed decisions about eligibility across a range of benefit types
* Carrying out file-work and providing comprehensive reports for a broad range of clinical conditions
* Participating in a local multidisciplinary team, in one of over 150 offices nationwide

Your Excellent Benefits Package:

* Comprehensive training for initial 2 months with certification once accredited as a Functional Assessor
* Excellent career growth and promotional opportunities
* No nights, weekends or bank holidays, no on-call and structured working hours
* GMC fee reimbursement and revalidation support
* Contributory pension, cycle to work scheme and private medical insurance
* Medical indemnity cover and protected CPD
* 25 days annual leave plus option to buy more and sell back days

To be considered for this role, the minimum requirements are as follows:

* Full registration with the GMC as a Medical Practitioner and a valid licence to practise
* Minimum 2 years general medical experience (post FY1), working primarily in patient-focused roles dealing with a wide range of clinical conditions in the last 5 years
* Eligibility to live and work in the UK (unfortunately no sponsorship opportunities are available)
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills and basic IT abilities (MS Word)

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a large and successful organisation. To apply, please upload your CV online, email sjb medical or call 0203 807 9014 for further information.