Are you looking for a better work/life balance in a part time role?
If you’re a registered nurse, paramedic, occupational therapist or physiotherapist ready to step away from shift work and hands-on care, this could be your perfect next move!
Location: 40 Windsor Place, Cardiff CF10 3BW or one of our other clinics location across Wales
About the company
We offer a values-driven environment – our Capita Values of Customers First, Fearless Innovation, Achieve Together and Everyone is Valued underpin how we treat each other and our clients.
As a Functional Specialist you’ll use your clinical expertise and analytical skills in a different way - to meet with benefits claimants in person, on the phone or via video link, write reports and make important clinical recommendations, all while enjoying a more structured and flexible way of working.
Job title:
Functional Specialist – Part Time - Wales
Job Description:
What we offer
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We offer contracts of 3 days (22.5hrs) or 4 days (30hrs) per week. Days will usually be set and must include a Friday.
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Excellent training and ongoing support – be part of our valued team where wellbeing is prioritised.
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Monday to Friday between 8am to 5pm with no weekend or night shifts (occasional 8pm finishes may be required).
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£39,500 starting salary, rising to £40,500 after DWP approval pro rata.
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10% of Salary Bonus scheme (based on quality and performance).
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Hybrid working – home and clinic based.
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Watch this short video to find out more https://capita.wistia.com/medias/2spl0ey4a9
Other benefits
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HCPC/NMC fees paid and full revalidation support.
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15 weeks’ full maternity, adoption and shared parental pay.
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Company pension, life assurance and Cycle2Work scheme.
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Discounts across retail, travel, technology and wellbeing.
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Free access to Headspace (for you and up to 5 others).
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A paid volunteering day each year.
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Ongoing training, development and clear career pathways.
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25 days’ holiday (rising to 27 with service) pro rata with the option to buy more up to 5 days.
What you’ll do in this role:
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Conduct initial reviews, face-to-face, video or telephone assessments to evaluate how a claimant’s health condition or disability affects them for various types of benefit including WCA or PIP.
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Analyse and interpret clinical information and supporting evidence.
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Write detailed evidence-based reports to support the DWP in making informed and objective decisions - no treatment or diagnosis required.
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Use IT systems to support clinical decision-making and report writing.
What are PIP and WCA?
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Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit for people with a long-term health condition or impairment. It is paid to make a contribution to the extra costs that disabled people may face, to help them lead full, active and independent lives.
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Work Capability Assessment (WCA) is a functional assessment that looks at a range of different activities relating to physical, mental, intellectual and cognitive functions, to help DWP determine a customer’s capability for work or work-related activity.
About you
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NMC registered Nurse (RGN, RMN or RNLD) or HCPC registered paramedic, occupational therapist or physiotherapist with a valid PIN and no current restrictions
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Minimum of one year’s post-registration experience.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to produce clear, accurate and detailed reports.
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Comfortable working quickly to meet structured targets.
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Good IT skills including Microsoft Office, and the ability to learn new systems while working remotely.
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excellent observational and communication skills, giving you the ability to listen, empathise and dig deeper.
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A driving licence or access to transport for assessment centre working.
Legal
Please note: all candidates must hold the right to work in the UK as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.