Clinical Assessor Occupational Therapist
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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
For more information, please contact parul.patel@justot.co.uk