Job summary
County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust is one of
the largest integrated care providers in England, serving a population of
around 600,000 people. We are a high performing organisation with a track
record of success.
The successful candidate will be expected to provide a high
quality holistic health management for patients detained within Durham Constabulary
Custody Suites and forensic service throughout the County Durham and Darlington
area.
The postholder will demonstrate a high level of expertise
within the specialist service providing, advice, education and support to
staff, detainees and police personnel.
The postholder will be practising autonomously as a Forensic
Medical Examiner within the designated speciality area to provide patient centred clinical
care. This will encompass the skills of
advanced clinical assessment, examination, diagnosis and treatment within an
agreed scope of practice throughout the directorate.
Provide highly spcialist advice underpinned with
theoretical knowledge, to support the
Criminal Justice System and instigate highly specialised pathways of care
within a secure environment.
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute
to the Total Healthcare Service. To
provide effective leadership and clinical provision for the services provided
by Total Healthcare to Durham Constabulary.
Provide specialist advice to detainees, detention staff, Police Officers
or any other person involved in the detention process. Lead and develop a defined area of Advanced
Clinical practice within the designated area of practice, promoting
interdisciplinary team and collaborative working practices. Meet regularly with team members as a team
and on an individual basis as required to support their personal and
professional development. Act as a
clinical role model demonstrating high standards of clinical practice and
provide support or advice to other staff when necessary.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
To
be eligible for Health and Care Worker visa sponsorship you will usually need
to be paid at least £25,600 per year
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
At County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust our aim is to always deliver excellent care with compassion to deliver the highest quality of care our patients deserve. We value the personal skills, experiences and qualities that individuals bring to the Trust; creating an inclusive working environment to attract talented people who feel motivated, involved and able to influence the future direction of our services. The wellbeing of staff is important to us; we have a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team who provide support on a range of topics.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking to recruit a
motivated individual with significant credible forensic experience within
custodial setting.
You will have strong leadership
skills and forensic experience.
You must be an excellent role
model, able to facilitate change and service improvements.
Ability to inspire and develop the team and
promote team working.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking to recruit a
motivated individual with significant credible forensic experience within
custodial setting.
You will have strong leadership
skills and forensic experience.
You must be an excellent role
model, able to facilitate change and service improvements.
Ability to inspire and develop the team and
promote team working.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Appropriate Forensic Medical Examiner Training GMC Registered Doctor
- Experience within a custodial setting, minor injury unit or accident and emergency.
Desirable
- FFLM or UKAFN Membership
- Forensic qualifications
- Accredited Forensic/Custody related qualifications Section 12 Approved or working towards
Experience
Essential
- Experience within a custodial setting, minor injury unit or accident and emergency environment.
- Experience of working in a changing environment
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the Criminal Justice system and National Agenda Working Knowledge of PACE 1984, RTA sec 5, Police reform Act 2000. Working knowledge of the Safer Detention and handling of persons in police custody guidelines 2006
Desirable
- Completion of all in house Custody related courses.
Special Requirements
Essential
- Successful Non Police Personnel Vetting Level 2 approval Computer literate
- Must be able to independently travel throughout the County of Durham at all times of day and night and in adverse weather conditions
Desirable
- Current NPPV level 2 vetting approval
- Able to use NSPIS, MS Office, SystmOne
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Appropriate Forensic Medical Examiner Training GMC Registered Doctor
- Experience within a custodial setting, minor injury unit or accident and emergency.
Desirable
- FFLM or UKAFN Membership
- Forensic qualifications
- Accredited Forensic/Custody related qualifications Section 12 Approved or working towards
Experience
Essential
- Experience within a custodial setting, minor injury unit or accident and emergency environment.
- Experience of working in a changing environment
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the Criminal Justice system and National Agenda Working Knowledge of PACE 1984, RTA sec 5, Police reform Act 2000. Working knowledge of the Safer Detention and handling of persons in police custody guidelines 2006
Desirable
- Completion of all in house Custody related courses.
Special Requirements
Essential
- Successful Non Police Personnel Vetting Level 2 approval Computer literate
- Must be able to independently travel throughout the County of Durham at all times of day and night and in adverse weather conditions
Desirable
- Current NPPV level 2 vetting approval
- Able to use NSPIS, MS Office, SystmOne
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).
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bishop Auckland General Hospital
Cockton Hill Road
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 6AD
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
