Job summary
Medical Examiner
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and dedicated doctor to take on the role of Medical Examiner, providing independent scrutiny of deaths not referred to the coroner. This important service, established under the Coroners and Justice Act 2009, plays a vital role in ensuring transparency, accuracy, and public confidence in the certification process.
As a Medical Examiner, you will be responsible for verifying clinical information on Medical Certificates of Cause of Death (MCCDs), ensuring referrals to the coroner are appropriate, and that MCCDs are accurate and consistent. You will review documentation and the circumstances surrounding the majority of deaths, supporting bereaved families and healthcare professionals with sensitivity and integrity.
We welcome applications from senior doctors across a range of disciplines, including GPs, who are registered with the General Medical Council (GMC), hold a license to practise in the UK, and have a minimum of five years' experience as a registered medical practitioner.
Full training is provided, including online and face-to-face/virtual modules commissioned by Health Education England and the Royal College of Pathologists' Medical Examiners Committee. On completion, you will also have the opportunity to become a member of the Royal College of Pathologists (RCPathME).
Main duties of the job
To autonomously manage own workload unsupervised working under clearly defined policies and procedures.
To participate in the medical examiner's team to improve the processes of death certification and referrals to the coroner.
Knowledge of local and national clinical governance systems and how the ME can work collaboratively.
Knowledge of the special requirements of various faith groups and respect for equality and diversity.
Up-to-date knowledge of causes of death and an understanding of the legal frameworks associated with death certification processes.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more details on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached job description and person specification.
We look forward to your application!
Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more details on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached job description and person specification.
We look forward to your application!
Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.
Person Specification
Person Specification
Essential
- Must have been registered with the GMC for a minimum of five years
- Completed all electronic modules for the medical examiner accreditation published by HEE and the Royal College of Pathologists.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of local and national clinical governance systems and an understanding of how working collaboratively can improve patient safety by identifying sub-optimal clinical and organisational performance.
- Knowledge of the special requirements of various faith groups and respect for equality and diversity.
Person Specification
Person Specification
Essential
- Must have been registered with the GMC for a minimum of five years
- Completed all electronic modules for the medical examiner accreditation published by HEE and the Royal College of Pathologists.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of local and national clinical governance systems and an understanding of how working collaboratively can improve patient safety by identifying sub-optimal clinical and organisational performance.
- Knowledge of the special requirements of various faith groups and respect for equality and diversity.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
