Out of Hours Sexual Offences Examiner

Kings College Hospital; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Specialty Doctor to join their team at The Havens Sexual Assault Referral Centre in London. This unique role offers the chance to engage deeply with the care of vulnerable patients, providing forensic medical examinations and support to those affected by sexual assault. The position emphasizes a non-judgmental and empathetic approach, ensuring a safe environment for all patients. The successful candidate will be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, contributing to vital services and making a significant impact on the community. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• GMC registration with a license to practice is essential.
• Clinical experience in NHS and knowledge of safeguarding procedures required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic medical examinations for victims of sexual assault.
• Provide advice and make referrals to support agencies as needed.

Skills

GMC registration

Clinical experience in NHS

Gynaecological examination

Forensic medical examinations

Excellent communication skills

Team collaboration

Knowledge of safeguarding procedures

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Full Registration with GMC

Higher degree or diploma (e.g., MRCGP, DFSRH)

Tools

Information technology skills

Job description

Main area SARC Grade NHS Medical & Dental: Specialty Doctor

Contract: Permanent, Zero Hours Contract

Hours: 0.01 hours per week (Zero Hours Contract)

Job ref: 213-CAY-6867681

Employer: King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Employer type: NHS

Site: The Havens Pan London - Camberwell, Ladbroke Grove, Whitechapel

Town: London

Salary: PER SESSION

Salary period: Session by session

Closing: 19/01/2025 23:59

King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1.7 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from King’s College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in the London Borough of Bromley.

Job overview

Applicants are invited for out-of-hours Sexual Offence Examiner (Forensic Physician) posts at The Havens Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) service London.

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 and to deepen a clinician’s awareness and understanding of safeguarding needs and management of complex clients.

The post holder will have regular contact with vulnerable adults and/or children (0-18 years), therefore 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 DBS to check for any previous criminal convictions.
The post holder will be required to provide a DNA elimination sample in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedure for upkeep and maintenance of the Havens’ DNA Elimination Database.

Main duties of the job

The major responsibility of the post-holder will be to take referrals, provide advice and carry out forensic medical examinations for victims of sexual assault, as part of the out-of-hours (OOH) forensic medical rota. These are detailed, lengthy examinations, which must meet strict standards in terms of recording information, sample collection and handling, and avoiding DNA contamination. The examination of victims of sexual assault and rape includes the assessment of risk of pregnancy, Sexually Transmitted Infections/Blood-borne Viruses and administering emergency contraception, HIV prophylaxis (PEPSE), Hepatitis B vaccination as required, in addition to mental health assessments and safeguarding. Examiners will also make onward referrals to support agencies.
Subsequently, a Witness Statement may be requested by the police and the post-holder may be required to attend court to give evidence.

Working for our organisation

King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of £1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King’s to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone’s contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust’s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

When applying for this position, please ensure that in your supporting statement, you make it clear as to how you meet the person specification especially the values and behaviours expected of all colleagues. This will figure largely in our short-listing criteria and the overall selection process.

Person specification

Education and Qualifications

• GMC registration with a license to practice
• Full Registration with GMC
• Other higher degree or diploma (e.g., MRCGP, DFSRH/MFSRH, DFFP/MFFP, MRCOG, Dip GUM, DMJ, DFCASA, MFFLM etc.)

Knowledge and Experience

• Training in a relevant speciality in an approved practice setting following satisfactory completion of foundation training (FY1 and FY2)
• Clinical experience of working in the NHS
• Knowledge of and compliance with child and vulnerable adult safeguarding procedures
• Knowledge and compliance with evidence-based practice
• Experience & competency in gynaecological examination, including speculum examination
• Attendance at the Haven Training Courses.
• Experience in the clinical & forensic management of those who have been sexually assaulted.
• Experience in the following areas: gynaecology, sexual and reproductive health, clinical forensic medicine, psychiatry, accident and emergency, general practice
• Familiar with current structure of Health Service and conversant with recent initiatives and changes. Familiar with the Home Office work in the development of SARCs

Skills and Competencies

• Able to deal with the sensitive nature of the work in a SARC: non-judgemental and empathetic approach.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Effective communicator with patients, many of whom have coexisting vulnerabilities
• Able to work collaboratively and flexibly within a close-knit multidisciplinary team
• Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Strong team player
• Enthusiastic and motivated
• Willingness to work at different Haven sites
• Understanding of the need for change and service development and a degree of flexibility in working patterns.
• Awareness of own limitations
• Commitment to uphold Kings Values
• Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit. Must have undertaken and completed audit projects.
• Experience in clinical research
• Publication of relevant review articles or case reports
• Experience of undergraduate and post-graduate teaching

IMPORTANT

• Check your email account regularly as this is how we will communicate with you
• If you delete the job from any of your accounts, you may be prevented from accessing further communications
• To enquire about your application or inform us of any changes in your circumstances, please contact the named person on this advert
• Please provide email addresses for referees where possible
• Please review the documentation on our recruitment microsite, particularly the Trust’s criminal records checking policy
• All staff have a responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and for ensuring they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.
• Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. On occasion, we might close a vacancy early due to a high number of applications being received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

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Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name: Dr Kate Shardlow

Job title: Consultant Clinical Lead- Havens Adult Service

Email address: [e-mail]

Telephone number: 020 3299 1599