Civilian Occupational Medicine Consultant - Royal Navy Recruitment
Salary - £93,666 - £126,281, Starting salary will normally be the minimum of the salary range. Appointment above the minimum may be awarded, dependent on experience
Working pattern - Flexible working, Full-time
Number of jobs available - 1
About the job
Job summary
Based from HM Naval Base Portsmouth. The Service Entry Medical Cell is a department sitting within the Recruitment and Attraction as part of the People and Training Directorate.
The key role of the Civilian Consultant is to advise Head of Recruitment and Attraction on all medical matters, including the fitness for Service entry of civilian candidates and re-entry or inter Service transfer for previously or currently serving personnel, within the bounds of confidentiality as detailed in General Medical Council (GMC) guidelines.
It delivers effective, efficient, and accountable Service Entry medical assessments to pre-entry candidates' and those on service transfer and re-entry. Ensuring individuals are physically and mentally ready for Phase 1 training.
Workload includes policy development and casework to determine fitness for military service and work alongside contracted medical examiners. The post is full time with Hybrid working with option to work from home and in the office. There are no on-call commitments or weekend requirements. This position is advertised at 40 hours per week but is open to job share.
Job description
To work with Recruitment and Attraction’s Medical Division to ensure appropriate Royal Navy input to policy.
To assess candidates’ fitness for entry to Service or specific military employment, following previous determinations within the medical process.
To advise the Contractor on medical standards and policy.
Support Military Medical Examiners assessment of candidates’ fitness for military service in accordance with medical policy.
To liaise with the Practice Medical Officers of New Entry Training Establishments.
Advise Head of Recruitment and Attraction and the contractor of any follow up regarding concerns with Military Medical Examiners.
To maintain appraisal and re-validation in accordance with GMC and Faculty of Occupational Medicine.
Person specification
We are looking for someone who has:
1. Appropriate clinical skills and experience to provide medical oversight.
2. Registered medical practitioner on the GMC Specialist Register in Occupational Medicine, holding a license to practice and in date for annual appraisal and revalidation.
3. Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to form strong working relationships with the existing Service Entry Medical Department, military and non-military partners.
4. A proven track record of working collaboratively within teams.
5. Strong written and verbal communication skills
6. A commitment to undertake continuing professional development throughout their career.
Important Information
This role will require full UK security clearance. For some roles Developed Vetting will also be required, in this case you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years.
Licences
Registered Medical Practitioner on the GMC Specialist Register in Occupational Medicine. Holding license to practice.
Qualifications
Proof of GMC validation and re-validation certificate will need to be presented at interview.
Certificate of Completion of Training.
Evidence of qualification will be required at interview.
All qualifications/licenses declared must be valid at point of application and are in date.
Equivalent Qualifications will not be accepted
Memberships
GMC Specialist Register in Occupational Health
Benefits
7. A NHS Pension Scheme
8. Learning and development tailored to your role
9. An environment with flexible working options and hybrid options
10. A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
11. No on-call commitment
12. Free access to gymnasiums and fitness classes
13. Free on-site parking.
14. Discount schemes
15. Access to Employee Assistance Program
16. 30 days annual leave on commencement as a Consultant rising to 32 after 7 years as a Consultant
17. This role offers relocation assistance to external candidates associated with the cost of moving home on appointment to this role. First Appointment Expenses reimbursement will be granted to external candidates who meet qualifying criteria set by the Department and must not exceed £8000.
Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts. Things you need to know
Selection process details
The sift will be conducted on CV and personal statement. Personal Statement should show more detailed information on your experience and skills and why you would be suited to this role. Word count limit should be within 1000 words.
The Interview will be assessed on your CV and personal statement.
Applications to be made online. Proof of GMC validation and re-validation certificate will need to be presented at interview.
Applicants are advised that the post they are applying for is included within the Armed Forces Recruitment Program (AFRP) and although not amongst those which may transfer to a new employer, it may be affected or impacted by the outcome of the program.
As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came into effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points-based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical.