Clinical Medical Examiner Officer (MEO)
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Job summary
We are looking for an empathetic, professional and knowledgeable individual to join our Medical Examiner office.
You will work collaboratively to drive improvements across our service including death certifications and referrals to Coroner's office.
You will provide advice to the bereaved and other users of the service; Health Care Professionals involved in the patient's care; HM Coroner's Office; Registrars; Bereavement office/advisors.
This is a vital role, where you have the ability to shape the future of the service and improve the experience we give the friends and families of those who have passed away.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Main duties of the job
- To maintain clear and effective channels for communicating and co-operating with all departments, wards and relevant professionals.To act as an intermediary between the bereaved and clinicians to establish and escalate any concerns relating to a patient's death.
- To establish the circumstances of individual patient deaths by performing a preliminary review of medical records to identify clinical and circumstantial information, sourcing additional details where required, for scrutiny by the ME.
- To discuss the content of the medical certificate of cause of death (MCCD) with relatives of the deceased and in all cases, collect additional information. This may include the need to communicate sensitive information and offer explanations about disease pathology andmedical treatments.
- To assist the Lead ME/MEO in the design and delivery of specific Workshops/ Training relating to the Medical Examiner's service.
- To seek regular appropriate clinical supervision and to participate in a regular process of appraisal, monitoring own performance in the provision of care, ensuring professional standards are met at all times.
About us
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.
Details
Date posted
07 August 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£37,338 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
390-COR-SO-0296
Job locations
Southend
Prittlewell Chase
Westcliff on Sea
SS0 0RY
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Southend
Prittlewell Chase
Westcliff on Sea
SS0 0RY
Employer's website
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