Responsibilities
- Perform forensic examinations and obtain forensic exhibits.
- Develop forensic strategies according to FFLM guidelines.
- Work actively in partnership with external MDTs and Police.
- Serve as point of contact for Police and Social Services to discuss referral pathways.
- Undertake holistic assessments including sexual health, mental health, and safeguarding.
- Support the continued quality improvement of the service.
- Work under the Forensic Science Regulator requirements.
- Obtain consent for health and forensic procedures.
Qualifications
- GMC‑registered Doctor with a minimum of 3 years of relevant post‑Foundation experience.
- Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children and adults.
- Knowledge and understanding of confidentiality.
- Experience working in sexual health, paediatrics, GP or Obs/Gynaecology.
- UK driving licence required and access to a vehicle.
- Advanced DBS and level2 Police vetting (requires residency for 3 years in the UK).
- Medical indemnity by start date required.
- Desired: Diploma in Legal Medicine or membership of the Faculty for Forensic and Legal Medicine.
- Previous experience working in a SARC setting or custodial environments is desirable.
Benefits
- Contribution from Mountain Healthcare for medical malpractice insurance.
- Full funding for courses and exams leading to full membership of the Faculty of Forensic and Legal Medicine in Sexual Offence Medicine.
- Full funding for courses required for work (e.g., FMERSA).
- Access to online appraisal software for revalidation.
- Access to in‑hours appraisers, clinical mentors & clinical directors to support career development and wellbeing.
- Travel for training days (hotel and subsistence reimbursed in line with the Expenses Policy).
- 1:1 monthly supervision with an allocated mentor, safeguarding supervisor or line manager.
- Opportunities to take part in research, audit, teaching and to sit FFLM exams.
Sexual Offence Examiner/Forensic Physician/Doctor - TV -FT in Slough employer: Mountain Healthcare Ltd
At Mountain Healthcare, we pride ourselves on being a leading provider of forensic healthcare services, offering a supportive and values-led work environment where kindness and integrity are at the forefront. As an ISO15189 Quality Manager & Auditor, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on clinical quality and governance while enjoying flexible working arrangements, including up to two days of home working per week. Join us in our mission to enhance patient outcomes and be part of a growing organisation that values diversity and promotes continuous professional development.
