ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• An experienced Forensic Clinician with extensive clinical forensic experience over several years
• Level 6 Qualification, or accredited to level 6 from relevant experience: g. Degree Apprenticeship, Degree (BA / BSc), Graduate level Certificates, Diploma or Awards. NVQ Level 6 in an appropriate discipline.
• Has full membership of the NMC/HCPC with no restrictions on practice
• Possesses an appropriate Forensic Medical post-graduate qualification: E.g. A Level 7 (Masters, Diploma or Certificate at Level 7) or above qualification relevant to forensic healthcare. E.g. The Faculty of Forensic & Legal Medicine (FFLM)
• Has been continuously resident in the UK for a minimum of 3 years. (This is a police vetting requirement)
• Holds a full UK driving licence and is willing and able to travel to locations across the contract region whenever required, and to other locations across the UK from time to time
• Excellent communicator with a high standard of verbal and written English Language skills
• Demonstrates skills in people management, leadership and managing change
• Experience of expert witness work would be an advantage.

ROLE OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for ensuring that all clinical services are delivered to the required standards of clinical care across the contract
• Working closely with the Medical Director and Contract & Partnership Managers to provide clinical leadership, supporting the process of effective clinical governance and related procedures to ensure compliance with relevant national guidance and specific contractual requirements
• The Clinical Lead will commit to full participation in the consultant on call rota
• Accountable to the Medical Director on all clinical matters