Medical Examiner Officer

Act as primary point of contact for

the Medical Examiner Service, working collaboratively with clinicians,

Coroners, registration services and bereavement teams.

Co-ordinate the review and scrutiny of

deaths in line with National Medical Examiner guidance.

Carry out the initial screening of electronic

medical notes of deceased patients to identify cases that clearly require

referral to Coroner or structured review, preparing cases for the Medical

Examiner. A good working knowledge of

medical terminology and clinical understanding is necessary.

Liaise sensitively and compassionately

with the bereaved, providing information including agreed causes of death and

gathering any concerns they have, actioning them accordingly.

reviews with qualified attending practitioners.

This involves appropriate interpretation and negotiation with

practitioners.

To maintain accurate records having

due regard to legal aspects, confidentiality and managerial information/project

requirements. Attention to detail is an important requirement.

Completion of the core 26 Medical

Examiner e-learning modules developed by the RoyalSociety of Pathologists and one day

face to face Medical Examiner Officer teaching.

The

Medical Examiner Service office hours are 8-4. Given the role is 35 hours,

there is flexibility around start and/or finish times which can be discussed

although will depend on service requirements.

Please add your telephone number to your application form so we can contact you quickly if required.

One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.

We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.

The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI,

and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we

may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Physical Skills

Essential: - Standard keyboard skills

Skills and knowledge

Experience

Qualifications