Clinical Assessor Occupational Therapist

Our Client has a fantastic opportunity for a clinical Assessor to work in their department of work and pensions(DWP). This can be a Hybrid and remote vacancy (1 Hour living distance from Durham.)

Clinical Assessor Permanent
Salary for these roles, £37,500-£39,500 - OTE ( opportunity to earn ) £38,480-£43,450
Location: Hybrid and remote roles available

This position is to undertake assessments for Personal Independence Payment required for the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP), and to work as part of a successful, integrated team and contribute to the contract at a local level, ensuring that quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction are all achieved. Full training is provided including a comprehensive eLearning program and five-week full time training course.

Job Role:

*To analyse and interpret clinical information and medical evidence and provide a report in a professional and concise manner.

*To work to agreed standards/targets and to respond positively to feedback.

*Work well as part of a multidisciplinary team and build positive working relationships with both medical colleagues and administrative support staff.

*To undertake recorded and video assessments where required.

*Have highly developed communications skills and be able to respond to rapidly changing work environment.

*To work unsupervised and use own initiative however know limitations and ask for support where necessary.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills Required:

*Registered Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD), Physiotherapist, Paramedic or Occupational Therapist with current PIN and a minimum of one year post registration experience.

*Previous experience of disability assessment/clinical decision making e.g. A & E or NHS Direct is desirable.

*Ability to multi-task demonstrating that you are able to listen, type and talk at the same time whilst controlling the assessment.

*Strong IT skills with experience of using a range of software.

*Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.

*Evidence of responding to unexpected changes by adopting a flexible approach to work.

*Evidence of on-going professional development.


In Return client offers:

*Excellent Salary
*Option of working Hybrid and remote
*Excellent Training


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