Senior Clinical Case Manager

WPA (Western Provident Association)
Taunton
1 week ago
Create job alert

Are you a Healthcare professional who is looking for a fresh and exciting new career with an award-winning Private Health Insurer?Do you have the right skills and experience for this role Read on to find out, and make your application.As a result of our continued success and growth, we are looking to expand our Clinical Team.Starting Salary from £31,000 rising to £34,500 on successful completion of probation, plus generous benefits that translates to a total reward package after probation of over £36,000.The role is full time 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday between the hours of 08:00 and 18:00, however flexible working patterns can be considered. The role is based in our office on Blackbrook Business Park in Taunton, TA1 2PE.About usWPA is a private healthcare provider with over 100 years’ experience in treating our customers the way in which we would wish to be treated. We have won many awards for the levels of service we give and are the only Which? Recommended Provider for private medical insurance. As a non-for-profit organisation, it’s not only our customers we look after, but our amazing workforce who are the key to our success. You’ll feel proud to work for WPA due to our inclusive culture, career progression and generous benefits.BenefitsWe offer an attractive starting salary alongside our annual non-contractual bonus. Your health and wellbeing is very important to us and you will have access to our private medical insurance cover, a WPA cash plan and private remote GP services. Other benefits include purchasing additional annual leave, pension and length of service awards which make us stand out as an employer of choice.Social events are fun and frequent, including BBQs on the patio, annual parties, team building and sporting events.The team and roleThe Clinical Team has a variety of healthcare and clinical experience, including paramedics, radiographers and nurses. Together we are able to provide exceptional support to customers who have been diagnosed with complex medical conditions, such as cancer.The team provide a single point of contact for our customers to discuss their ongoing treatment as we support them through their treatment journey. We also liaise with healthcare professionals and hospitals to ensure we have the information needed to support these complex medical claims. Our Chief Medical Officer and other Medical Advisers (all practising specialists in the NHS and private sector) are on hand to support the team with complex cases, to ensure our customers can access the very best treatment.About youAre you a healthcare professional with experience working in the healthcare sector or have a relevant clinical qualification (e.g. undergraduate or postgraduate in life sciences, nursing, paramedic or physiotherapy) or significant clinical experience (e.g. pharmaceutical or theatre technician)This is a fantastic opportunity for you to utilise and retain your skills and experience, to help support our customers and their families when they need us the most.The successful candidate will have a willingness to act as front-line support to our customers via all communication channels, including email and telephone with some of the main aspects of the role including;Being a part of the customer pathway, proactively reviewing the eligibility for the customer to make use of their health policy in line with their policy cover.Signposting where required to enable access to other eligible services.* Use clinical skills to make informed decisions on highly complex treatment eligibility e.g. levels of care, hospital length of stay and treatment options.* Work proactively with providers to ensure care is appropriate to need and eligible under the customers policy.* Maintain up to date and accurate knowledge of current best practice and clinical guidelines.* Support front line business areas where there are clinically complex cases to provide clinical case management support.* Maintain up to date and accurate knowledge of appropriate WPA products, policies, and initiatives to ensure that all queries are answered accurately.* Able to carry out medical research to support claim decisions and ensure current and accurate evidence to support claims advice.What we can offerWe offer a contemporary working environment with a wide range of benefits, including free onsite parking. You will also play a critical role in WPA’s future knowing that you are key in retaining existing customers and where your contributions will always be valued. If you are looking for an opportunity to develop and undertake further training, we can certainly support you with this, if this is in your future plans.We are all different, be yourself and thriveWPA is a not-for-profit, environmentally friendly organisation whose ethos is treating others as we want to be treated including our fabulous team, customers and local community. We hire great people, we believe in everyone and recognise that individual differences are what makes our team stronger.Closing date and important informationThis remains flexible subject to us finding the right candidate, we therefore recommend that you apply at your earliest convenience.Full-time, PermanentJob Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: £31,000.00-£34,500.00 per yearAdditional pay:* Yearly bonusBenefits:* Additional leave* Company events* Company pension* Cycle to work scheme* Discounted or free food* Employee discount* Health & wellbeing programme* Life insurance* On-site parking* Private medical insurance* Referral programme* Store discountAbility to commute/relocate:* Taunton: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)Work Location: In person

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Senior Project Manager

Pharmacovigilance (PVG) Associate II/ Senior PVG Associate

(Senior) Podiatrist

(Senior) Podiatrist

(Senior) Podiatrist

Senior Biostatistician

Get the latest insights and jobs direct. Sign up for our newsletter.

By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

Contract vs Permanent Biotech Jobs: Which Pays Better in 2025?

In the ever-advancing world of life sciences, biotechnology has emerged as one of the fastest-growing and most impactful sectors in the UK. From gene editing and regenerative medicine to synthetic biology and vaccine development, British biotech organisations are at the forefront of scientific innovation. With this growth comes a high demand for skilled professionals—scientists, data analysts, regulatory affairs specialists, bioprocess engineers, and more—who can help bring cutting-edge treatments and products to market. However, as the biotechnology landscape in the UK continues to expand, so too do the ways in which professionals choose to work. Beyond traditional permanent employment, many biotech specialists are exploring the world of contracting, which can take the form of day‑rate consulting or fixed-term contracts (FTC). Each path promises unique advantages and disadvantages, from pay rates and benefits packages to career development and job security. This article offers a comprehensive guide on contract vs. permanent biotech jobs in 2025. We will explore how the UK biotech sector is shaping up, break down the different types of employment arrangements, and present sample take‑home pay scenarios for each. Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge needed to make an informed decision that aligns with both your financial aspirations and long-term career goals within the vibrant and evolving biotech industry.

Biotech Jobs for Non‑Technical Professionals: Where Do You Fit In?

Your Place in Britain’s Biotech Boom When most people picture biotechnology careers they imagine pipettes, petri dishes and white‑coated scientists in Cambridge or Oxford. Yet for every bench scientist there is an ecosystem of professionals who never set foot in the lab but are crucial to getting a therapy, diagnostic or food‑tech breakthrough to market. The UK BioIndustry Association (BIA) reports that non‑scientific vacancies now make up more than one‑third of all biotech job ads, and demand is accelerating. According to Vacancysoft’s Life Sciences Labour Market Trends (November 2024), biotech job postings in the Golden Triangle jumped 26 % year‑on‑year, with hotspots also emerging in Birmingham and Glasgow. Finance is following suit: the sector attracted £3.5 billion in investment during 2024, a 94 % rebound from 2023 levels. More capital means more hires in project management, regulatory affairs, and commercial operations. In short, biotech is not just for PhDs, and you don’t need to master CRISPR to make an impact. This guide explains the high‑growth, non‑technical roles; the transferable skills you already possess; real‑life transition stories; and a step‑by‑step plan to pivot into the UK’s most exciting industry.

Johnson & Johnson Biotech Jobs in 2025: Your Complete UK Guide to Joining the World’s Largest Healthcare Innovator

From the first mass‑produced sterile surgical dressings in the 1880s to first‑in‑class CAR‑T cell therapies in the 2020s, Johnson & Johnson (J&J) has continuously re‑invented healthcare. Following the 2024 spin‑off of its consumer division (Kenvue) and the rebrand of Janssen to Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, the company now focuses squarely on pharmaceutical innovation, med‑tech and vision care. With revenues exceeding US $90 bn and a pipeline spanning oncology, immunology, vaccines and digital surgery, J&J remains a magnet for biotech talent. A quick scan of the Johnson & Johnson careers portal shows over 2,000 open roles in EMEA, with nearly 300 in the UK, across R&D, manufacturing, clinical affairs and data science. This guide explains how to land a Johnson & Johnson biotech job in 2025—from graduate scientist to principal data engineer.