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Sexual Offence Examiner - Independent Contractor

Employer
Solent NHS Trust
Location
Cosham
Salary
£225 a day £300 p/night, £450 on Bank Holidays and £100 p/case
Closing date
12 Jun 2023

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This post is for an Independent Contractor to work within the Treetops Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) service which is provided by Solent NHS Trust. The service provides forensic, medical and aftercare services to survivors of rape/sexual assault who either self-refer or are referred via the police or other agencies. We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic doctor to join the team of Sexual Offence Examiners. You will carry out Forensic Medical Examinations (FME) on victims of sexual assault and/or rape, some of whom may be traumatised.

The post holder must be GMC registered (full) and have a minimum of 3 years post graduate experience in a relevant specialism (such as Obs and Gynae, GUM, SH or GP) which must include gynaecological examination, incl. speculum. The post holder will be required, following appropriate training, to undertake examinations of adults and children where acute sexual assault is suspected which includes the provision of emergency contraception, prophylaxis, and management of sexually transmitted infections. This role requires the ability to work with vulnerable people in a caring and compassionate way.

Remuneration for this role will be �225 (day/shift), �300 (nights and weekends), �450 (BH), and �100 p/case. Shifts are 12 hrs.

Main duties of the job

The post holder must be able to practice as an autonomous practitioner exercising independent and objective clinical judgement within professional guidelines and code of conduct.

The major responsibility of the post-holder will be to carry out Forensic Medical Examinations (FME) on victims of sexual assault, some of whom may be very traumatised. Forensic examinations must be carried out in a manner, which minimises further distress.

The post-holder will be trained in forensic medical examination and will contribute to the daytime and out-of-hours rota of the Treetops SARC.

The post holder will be required, following appropriate training, to undertake examinations of adults where acute sexual assault is suspected.

The post holder will be required, following appropriate training, to undertake joint paediatric examination of children where acute sexual assault is suspected. The forensic medical examination of children (< 13) will be under the supervision of a paediatrician.

The examination of complainants of sexual assault and rape includes the provision of emergency contraception and screening, prophylaxis, and management of sexually transmitted infections. Training in this area will be provided, where necessary.

About us

Make a difference with us

If you are looking for somewhere you can make a real difference and are passionate about keeping people safe, well and out of hospital, a career with us may be just what you're looking for. At Solent NHS Trust, we strive to make a difference to the health and wellbeing of our communities.

We are proud to be an organisation which is focused on our people and we welcome people who share our values to come and work with us.

To deliver great care that is safe, simple and easy to access

To be a caring, flexible and supportive place to work

To deliver the best value for money

Our shared values support the development of a strong working culture. They breathe life into our organisation -- guiding and inspiring all of our actions and decisions. They enable us to be better at what we do and create a great place for our staff to work, whilst ensuring we provide the highest quality of care to our patients.

In creating our values, we spent time listening to our employees and members. Based on what people told us, we created our HEART values to reflect the deep belief that we are caring organisation at the centre of our community: Honesty, Everyone counts, Accountable, Respectful, Teamwork.

We are an accredited Real Living Wage employer.

We encourage and support our staff to be vaccinated as this remains the best line of defence against Covid-19.

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is a position at the Treetops SARC. The Treetops SARC is a joint NHS and Hampshire Police commissioned service for complainants of Rape and Sexual Assault from across Hampshire and Isle of Wight. The Treetops SARC provides forensic, medical and aftercare services to survivors of rape/sexual assault who either self-refer or are referred via the police or other agencies.

The major responsibility of the post-holder will be to carry out Forensic Medical Examinations (FME) on victims of sexual assault, some of whom may be very traumatised. Forensic examinations must be carried out in a manner, which minimises further distress.

The post-holder will be trained in forensic medical examination and will contribute to the daytime and out-of-hours rota of the Treetops SARC.

The post holder will be required, following appropriate training, to undertake examinations of adults where acute sexual assault is suspected.

The post holder will be required, following appropriate training, to undertake joint paediatric examination of children where acute sexual assault is suspected. The forensic medical examination of children will be under the supervision of a paediatrician.

The examination of complainants of sexual assault and rape includes the provision of emergency contraception and screening, prophylaxis, and management of sexually transmitted infections. Training in this area will be provided, where necessary.

The post holder will be expected to adhere to all Treetops SARC/Solent NHS Trust clinical and administrative aftercare protocols and guidelines.

This post is not accredited for training but offers a unique opportunity to learn about all aspects of care for those who have been sexually assaulted.

This role requires the ability to work with vulnerable, frail people, who may be distressed or experiencing pain, in a caring and compassionate way.

A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will therefore be required to exclude any individual with a history of criminal behaviour, which could be considered unacceptable. In addition to a DBS check Hampshire Police vetting for Non Police Personnel (NPPV2) will be required.

To apply for this role, you must be eligible to work in the UK.

Summary of Responsibilities:

*The post holder must be able to practice as an autonomous practitioner exercising independent and objective clinical judgement within professional guidelines and code of conduct.

*The post holder must treat all SARC clients with courtesy, consideration, care, and respect and give appropriate care and treatment in accordance with best practice.

*The post holder must work together with and liaise with the Crisis Worker and Specially Trained police Officers (STO) to support the complainant.

*The post holder must always remain impartial, independent and without bias.

*The post holder must maintain confidentiality where required, adhering to data protection regulations, and always maintaining Caldicott Guidelines.

*All examinations must be carried out in adherence to all SARC and Solent NHS procedures and protocols and contribute to updating them as and when necessary, through a consultative process.

*The examinations will usually be undertaken at the SARC, but may, in an emergency, be conducted elsewhere.

*All Police Referral and Non-Police Referral calls should be attended without delay.

*The post holder must submit statements within 10 days of the request.

*The post holder must be available for court attendance when requested as a professional witness.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Medical qualification and on the GMC full register
  • Minimum 3 years post graduate experience in a relevant specialism (such as Gynaecology, Genito-Urinary and/or Reproductive & Sexual Health, General Practice,)


Experience

Essential

  • Experience & competency in gynaecological examination, including speculum examination
  • Knowledge of and compliance with child and vulnerable adult safeguarding procedures


Employer details

Employer name

Solent NHS Trust

Address

The Treetops Centre

Cosham

Hampshire

PO6 3EP

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