Job summary
As a Forensic Medical Examiner, you will learn through clinical placements and blended learning as well as receive further personal support with an allocated mentor.
We will identify an individualised programme of education and exposure to clinical environments, providing opportunities for examinations, in addition to financial support whilst undertaking this post.
Main duties of the job
- To carry out medical and forensic examinations in accordance with Mountain Healthcare guidelines and, at all times, within the scope of his/her professional registration.
- To assist the Court in all relevant medico-legal matters.
- To practice as an independent medical practitioner exercising an independent clinical judgement.
- To treat all service users with courtesy, consideration and give appropriate treatment as expected within any doctor/patient relationship in another setting.
- Maintain current knowledge of any guidelines and publications produced by the British
- An understanding of and sensitive to the child's developmental, social and emotional needs and their intellectual level.
About us
Founded by passionate clinicians on a mission to provide expert patient-centred services, Mountain Healthcare leads the clinical forensic healthcare provisions sector in the UK.
A premier partner of NHS England and the police, our unique provisions include Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs), Police Custodial Healthcare, Secure Estate Healthcare and clinical telephone advice.
Driven by our values Be Kind and Do the Right Thing, Mountain Healthcare provides holistic and trauma-informed care that improves the immediate and long-term health outcomes of patients across the criminal justice system.
Through innovative technologies and strategic partnerships, our expert clinicians ensure equal, effective and efficient services to all our patients and always put their health, safety and rights first.
Join the Best Provider, Make the Greatest Difference
Clinical forensic healthcare is a rapidly growing career path as demand for specialist critical services has greatly increased in recent years.
At Mountain Healthcare, we understand that to provide the highest quality services for our patients and customers, our people must be the best in the field.
We are proud to offer unrivalled staff training and development opportunities such as our unique Forensic Practitioner Gateway, our wide range of accredited and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses, and access to events across the health and justice sector.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Sexual Offences Examiner/Experienced Forensic Physician - South East
As part of the Forensic Medical Programme, Mountain Healthcare has developed a framework to develop key areas of knowledge and skills which will be invaluable in all specialties, especially A&E, GP, paediatrics, psychiatry and of course, Forensic Medicine
What makes this post different:
Working in a unique environment which you were unlikely to experience in medical schoolFlexible rota prioritising educational and development activities1:1 supervision with allocated mentorAfter undergoing a successful first year, you will have the opportunity to continue to work in the forensic field as part of our team (salary competitive) and move on to our career development programme. This programme predominantly covers Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs), although there may be additional work in the adult service.
Travel will be a requirement of this role including Kent, Surrey, Sussex and Thames Valley SARC's (expenses paid).
If you want to be part of this exciting team, we look forward to hearing from you.
GMC Registration is required.
Please note that we cannot support Work Visas.
Company Benefits
Enhanced sickness pay schemeEnhanced Maternity Pay after 1 year's serviceWell-being programmeAdvanced rota planning for better work-life balance6 weeks annual leavePension SchemeBonus SchemeLife AssuranceEmployee Assistant ProgrammeLong Service/Team of the Month AwardsA range of accredited and CPD training courses and masterclassesFunding for higher education courses after one years' service DE&I Mountain Healthcare aims to create and encourage an environment that is committed to promoting equality, diversity, working inclusively, and valuing the differences that individuals can bring to the workplace.
We uphold these principles in our organisational values and behaviours towards each other and our patients.
We welcome applications irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexuality, or other personal circumstances.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Sexual Offences Examiner/Experienced Forensic Physician - South East
As part of the Forensic Medical Programme, Mountain Healthcare has developed a framework to develop key areas of knowledge and skills which will be invaluable in all specialties, especially A&E, GP, paediatrics, psychiatry and of course, Forensic Medicine
What makes this post different:
Working in a unique environment which you were unlikely to experience in medical schoolFlexible rota prioritising educational and development activities1:1 supervision with allocated mentorAfter undergoing a successful first year, you will have the opportunity to continue to work in the forensic field as part of our team (salary competitive) and move on to our career development programme. This programme predominantly covers Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs), although there may be additional work in the adult service.
Travel will be a requirement of this role including Kent, Surrey, Sussex and Thames Valley SARC's (expenses paid).
If you want to be part of this exciting team, we look forward to hearing from you.
GMC Registration is required.
Please note that we cannot support Work Visas.
Company Benefits
Enhanced sickness pay schemeEnhanced Maternity Pay after 1 year's serviceWell-being programmeAdvanced rota planning for better work-life balance6 weeks annual leavePension SchemeBonus SchemeLife AssuranceEmployee Assistant ProgrammeLong Service/Team of the Month AwardsA range of accredited and CPD training courses and masterclassesFunding for higher education courses after one years' service DE&I Mountain Healthcare aims to create and encourage an environment that is committed to promoting equality, diversity, working inclusively, and valuing the differences that individuals can bring to the workplace.
We uphold these principles in our organisational values and behaviours towards each other and our patients.
We welcome applications irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexuality, or other personal circumstances.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Completed Medical Degree & Completion of Foundation Training
Desirable
- Diploma in Legal Medicine
- Licentiate/Membership of the FFLM
Experience
Essential
- UK full residency for minimum 3 years are required for police background checks
- Basic Life Support and experience working in an acute environment
- Interest in Sexual Health
- Experience in A&E or acute medicine
- Experience in Sexual Health, Paediatrics or obstetrics
- Experience in Research and/or Audit
Desirable
- Experience within General Practice, Emergency Medicine, sexual health, Substance Misuse Services, Prison Healthcare or Mental Health
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Completed Medical Degree & Completion of Foundation Training
Desirable
- Diploma in Legal Medicine
- Licentiate/Membership of the FFLM
Experience
Essential
- UK full residency for minimum 3 years are required for police background checks
- Basic Life Support and experience working in an acute environment
- Interest in Sexual Health
- Experience in A&E or acute medicine
- Experience in Sexual Health, Paediatrics or obstetrics
- Experience in Research and/or Audit
Desirable
- Experience within General Practice, Emergency Medicine, sexual health, Substance Misuse Services, Prison Healthcare or Mental Health
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.
