Functional Assessor Ipswich

Registered Nurse RMN/RNLD/RGN, Physiotherapist Occupational Therapist,Do you want to take your nursing, occupational therapy, paramedic or physiotherapy career in another direction? Are you seeking a role where your attention to detail, compassion and empathy are matched with a work-life balance, education and opportunities to develop into the medico-legal profession? Or perhaps you would like to transition your career into Occupational/ Vocational pathway?Our client is seeking Nurses, OTs or Physiotherapists to join their organisation in Ipswich.Day to DayYou will assess up to a maximum of four customers per day, taking your clinical observations and questioning and creating a written report which you will pass on to the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) who will make a decision on support for the customer, your report will only form part of that decision. You will assess a benefit called Personal Independent Payments or Employment and Support Allowance managed by DWP.TrainingCustomers will have multiple clinical issues; you will be given industry-leading training provided by my client’s amazing clinical tutors. The course will provide you will the skills to support customers and transfer your current medical skills and knowledge to the level required for the role.Full training is approximately 6 months duration, during which you will be paid. This role will maintain your registration with the RGN or HCPC and you will receive revalidation support to maintain your registration.DevelopmentOnce you have completed their comprehensive training, the investment in you does not end. You will have ongoing CPD, with over 100 hours CPD protected per annum, support with revalidation and the opportunity to develop your career within the organisation. You will be allocated a clinical supervisor and can study for the Diploma is Disability Assessment Medicine accredited by the FOMYour RequirementsA nurse, OT or Physiotherapist who is working primarily in-patient facing roles dealing with a wide range of clinical conditions. Minimum of 2 years working experience or above. Computer or IT skills are a distinct advantage. Typing or keyboard skills with an ability to type at 30 words per minute. The client group requires clinicians who are highly literate, have attention to detail and can display highly adaptable communication skills.The salary range for this role is Geographically based