A part-time doctor post as a Sexual Offence Examiner at a Sexual Assault Referral Centre run by Mountain Healthcare, covering paediatric and adult patients. The work centres on forensic examinations, collecting exhibits and building forensic strategies, with holistic assessments and joint working with police and multidisciplinary teams. A 24-hour week over Monday to Thursday, with a mentor-supported route toward FFLM membership and travel for training. GMC registration and at least three years' post-Foundation experience are needed, and visa sponsorship is not available.
What the job involves
- Carrying out forensic examinations and collecting forensic exhibits
- Developing forensic strategies in line with FFLM guidelines
- Working in partnership with external multidisciplinary teams and police
- Acting as point of contact for police and social services on referral pathways
- Completing holistic assessments covering sexual health, mental health and safeguarding
- Supporting continuous quality improvement of the service
- Working within Forensic Science Regulator requirements
- Obtaining consent for health and forensic procedures
What’s required
Registration & licences
- GMC registration as a doctor
- Medical indemnity in place by start date
Experience
- At least 3 years' relevant post-Foundation experience
- Experience in sexual health, paediatrics, GP or obstetrics and gynaecology
Skills & knowledge
- Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children and adults
- Knowledge and understanding of confidentiality
Checks & eligibility
- Advanced DBS and level 2 police vetting, requiring 3 years' UK residency
- UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
- No international visa sponsorship offered
Nice to have
- Diploma in Legal Medicine
- Membership of the Faculty of Forensic and Legal Medicine
- Previous experience in a SARC or custodial setting
What’s offered
- Contribution towards medical malpractice insurance
- Full funding for FFLM membership courses, exams and work-required courses
- Enhanced sick pay and maternity pay after one year's service
- 6 weeks annual leave
- Pension scheme and life assurance
- £1500 pro rata sign-on bonus
- Well-being programme and employee assistance programme
- Hotel and subsistence reimbursed for training travel
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
