Job summary
The Medical Examiners service is hosted by acute trusts (and a small number of specialist trusts) on behalf of NHS England (NHSE).
Following the successful implementation of the Medical Examiner system our Trust is now proceeding with a further round of recruitment across our sites into this very interesting and important role.
The Medical Examiner service scrutinise all adult in hospital deaths. The success of this programme has been recognised and we are now approaching the next phase, which is the scrutiny of non-acute deaths in the community. In order to progress with this, we are looking for more Medical Examiners to join the teams at the Basildon, Southend and Broomfield sites.
We currently have a Lead Medical Examiner on each site within our Trust supported by a number of Medical Examiners.
Main duties of the job
Medical examiners perform a scrutiny of the records of deceased patients, they discuss the proposed cause of death with the attending team and they explain the cause of death to the bereaved families and ascertain if there are any family concerns. Medical Examiners can also help to identify whether a case requires referral to the Coroners Office.
You will be supported by the Lead Medical Examiner and Medical Examiner Officers. The Medical Examiners link in with the bereavement service, Coroners team and Community providers to provide assurance around the cause of death, care patients receive, concerns relatives raise and to support the learning from deaths process.
You will be primarily based on an agreed location at one of the Hospital sites but elements of the work will be possible remotely using electronic systems to scrutinise patient records and telephone calls to bereaved relatives and attending medical colleagues. Competence with electronic systems is necessary to review records and complete notes. Team working is important, particularly with our team of Medical Examiners, Medical Examiner Officers, and also with Coroners, General Registrars, Legal Services and the Bereavement staff. You should have up to date knowledge of medical practice.
About us
One of the strengths of the ME system is the increased engagement with bereaved families identifying potential areas of concern in terms of care delivered at the outset.
If you are someone looking for a new challenge in the newest Medical Specialty, working with a diverse team of colleagues in primary and secondary care, and with a drive to improve clinical care then please contact the Lead ME for further details.
The Medical Examiner service is hosted by Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust, who will be your employer. There is not a National ME contract and so the salary will be calculated according to your previous experience and pay scale.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This position is open to Medical practitioners who must be registered with a license to practise in the UK by the General Medical Council (GMC), with at least five years experience. The candidate must have been registered as a medical practitioner throughout the previous five years as at the date of appointment.
We would be looking for each Doctor to provide at least 1 session of approximately 4 hours each week (1 PA), but further sessions are available and can be discussed at interview. You would be expected to offer sessions flexibly (within reason) to fulfill a rota. There is currently no commitment beyond normal office hours.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This position is open to Medical practitioners who must be registered with a license to practise in the UK by the General Medical Council (GMC), with at least five years experience. The candidate must have been registered as a medical practitioner throughout the previous five years as at the date of appointment.
We would be looking for each Doctor to provide at least 1 session of approximately 4 hours each week (1 PA), but further sessions are available and can be discussed at interview. You would be expected to offer sessions flexibly (within reason) to fulfill a rota. There is currently no commitment beyond normal office hours.
Person Specification
ME JD
Essential
- Medical practitioner registered and licensed to practise in the UK by the GMC and have at least five years' experience as a fully registered medical practitioner
- Knowledge of local and national clinical governance systems and an understanding of how the ME can work collaboratively to improve patient safety by identifying sub-optimal clinical and organisational performance.
- Strong interpersonal skills demonstrating the ability to communicate in difficult and I Page 11 of 12 emotional situations with empathy and professionalism.
Knowledge
Essential
- A commitment to lifelong learning and undertaking personal development opportunities.
Person Specification
ME JD
Essential
- Medical practitioner registered and licensed to practise in the UK by the GMC and have at least five years' experience as a fully registered medical practitioner
- Knowledge of local and national clinical governance systems and an understanding of how the ME can work collaboratively to improve patient safety by identifying sub-optimal clinical and organisational performance.
- Strong interpersonal skills demonstrating the ability to communicate in difficult and I Page 11 of 12 emotional situations with empathy and professionalism.
Knowledge
Essential
- A commitment to lifelong learning and undertaking personal development opportunities.
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).
