Doctor Functional Assessor

A More Balanced Way to Use Your Clinical Expertise

Make a real impact using your broad generalist medical experience in a structured, flexible role with genuine work–life balance.

New Salary: £84,240 + up to 10% quarterly bonus (OTE)
Note: Sponsorship is not available.

About the Role

As a Doctor Functional Assessor with Ingeus, you will use your clinical reasoning to assess how chronic physical and mental health conditions affect daily living through telephone, video and face-to-face assessments. You'll produce clear, objective clinical reports that help inform DWP decisions — no hands-on care, no shift work.

What You'll Be Doing

• Carry out functional assessments with claimants face-to-face, over the phone or via video call
• Review and evaluate clinical evidence
• Gather accurate information using focused questioning
• Produce structured, high-quality reports
• Manage your day independently with hybrid working

About You

You are a GMC registered clinician with strong communication skills, confidence using IT systems, and the ability to write clear, accurate clinical documentation. You value structure, fairness and making a difference.

Requirements

• GMC registration
• Minimum 12 months post-registration UK experience

Benefits

• Salary + up to 10% bonus
• £2000 referral bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave + BH
• Hybrid working
• Paid CPD + registration fee reimbursement
• Private pension & PMI
• Discounts and well-being support
• Recognition and referral rewards

Why Join Ingeus?

• Ingeus is a designated body and so re-validation and appraisal will be included as well as opportunities for progression
• Develop specialist assessment skills
• Benefit from structured training and support
• Access genuine progression pathways
• Enjoy predictable hours and real balance

Ingeus is a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome neurodiverse colleagues and provide a clear, supportive, step-by-step recruitment process. If you require adjustments or alternative formats, our recruitment team will be happy to help.