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Richie-from-the-Boro wrote: »

LiMA

- done properly ~v~ done badly
- done with ~v~ done without speaking
- done hurriedly ~v~ done with all the time in the world
- done by a skilled practitioner ~v~ done by a monkey
- done by an ASDA 'till jockey' ~v~ done by an ATOS HCP

The outcome average refusals will be the same, its not a design fault, its a well designed fully effective working Logic Integrated Medical Assessment model regardless of who is at the keyboard. The primary design of LiMA, its training programme, line managers and statistical outcome characteristic is to deny 58% of its customers a fair hearing and a fair outcome, its your right, those 42% are entitled under UK laws to their rights. LiMA denied those 42% the equal treatment they are entitled to. If it was anything other than what I describe then the mixed average [in person & paper] of 42%+ appeals would not succeed and the 65%+ of represented appeals would not succeed. Its not an emotional opinion, but a mathematical truth. 5% ? possible 10% ? maybe just bad design..... but 42%+ - give me a break, its been hovering around 45% since it stated years and years ago and has never been input~improved but has been negatively outcome~adjusted.

In my opinion the assessor is virtually irrelevant in the process other than needing to put a 'human face' on the process, listening, smiling while diligently ticking each box will make no difference whatsoever, it might be a social nicety, but would not change the conclusion. Done by a skilled practitioner or done by a monkey the outcome is always going to be the same. Its predictive software, its capacity to anticipate an outcome, any outcome, at for example an adjusted 30% 20% 70% anything they choose can be achieved by simply changing the descriptor or the interpretation of a descriptor.

Richie-from-the-Boro wrote: »

- thanks for your response ATOS rep

While you are here can you confirm that you are subcontracting PIP assessmsnts to 'Capita Healthcare' who are currently recruiting [PIP] 'Contract Disability Assessors' for Wales, Central England and Northern Ireland :

- "£40 per completed report this includes travel, usually within a 20 mile radius
- permanent salary: £32k plus 23 days holiday, contributory pension scheme and flexible benefits travel expenses paid

- About the role -

Looking for a new and inspiring role, perhaps to expand your career, or maybe you want to add another string to your bow? As a Disability Assessor, you will be joining us at a really exciting time. Our growing team of highly skilled, qualified health care professionals have already realised the opportunity on offer. You can embark on a new and rewarding role, where you'll utilise your extensive clinical knowledge and natural skills of listening, observing and empathising with people. Undertaking a PIP assessment is similar to a functional assessment and you will be assessing how disabilities or impairments have an impact on activities of daily living. You will assess individuals who are making a claim for the Personal Independence Payment PIP, and unlike previous assessments of this nature, you will provide an opportunity for the claimant to tell their story. Because the role is community based, most PIP claimants will have a detailed, face~to~face assessment with an experienced Healthcare Professional. This is where Capita Health and wellbeing and you come in. What's in it for you? Are you a qualified Health care professional, Occupational Therapist, Nurse or Physiotherapist? For many healthcare professionals, becoming a Disability Assessor will be complementary to their existing role. And because both full time and part time positions are available on a contract or permanent basis you can fit them around your other commitments. Employed by Capita Health and wellbeing you will undertake a training programme that will build on your professional skills and equip you with the new skills essential for the role. Using your Occupational Therapy, Nursing, Phy Contact: Applications must be made via our website."

Note : My italic & underline.