Applicants are invited for the role of Specialty Dr and Sexual Offence Examiner at the Havens Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) service in London. We are recruiting for Sexual Offence Examiners (Specialty Dr grade) and the posts are advertised for between 2 days (4 PAs) and 5 days (10 PAs)/week. The post-holder will be based at a primary Havens site, Camberwell, Whitechapel or St Charles Hospital near Ladbroke Grove, however all employees are expected to undertake work on any of the Havens sites as required by the service. 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. No prior experience in forensic medicine is required as full training for the role of sexual offence examiner will be offered. The post holder will also be required to participate in the out of hours on-call rota to support the delivery of 24/7 cover. Overnight shifts are included as part of a monthly rotational shift pattern. If you would like to work for an organisation that values its staff and is committed to working together for ongoing service improvement to deliver the best care, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
* Contribute to daily case review, take referrals, provide advice and carry out forensic medical examinations for victims of sexual assault.
* Conduct detailed examinations, which must meet strict standards in terms of recording information, sample collection and handling, and avoiding DNA contamination.
* Assess risk of pregnancy, Sexually Transmitted Infections/Blood-borne Viruses and administer emergency contraception, HIV prophylaxis (PEPSE), Hepatitis B vaccination as required, in addition to mental health assessments and safeguarding.
* Make onward referrals to support agencies.
* Attend court to give evidence if a Witness Statement is requested by the police.
About us
The Havens is commissioned by NHS England and the Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime (MOPAC). Provided by King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, the service operates from three sites: Camberwell, Whitechapel and St Charles Hospital near Ladbroke Grove. We offer a 24/7 service providing telephone advice, forensic examinations and immediate medical aftercare. We also provide follow-up medical care, Independent Sexual Violence Advocacy (ISVA) and psychological services, which may be accessed up to a year post-assault.
Job description
Job responsibilities
* Contribute to the daytime and out-of-hours rota of the Haven, providing forensic medical examinations for complainants of sexual assault.
* Provide an immediate response to police or self-referrals requiring a forensic medical examination. The examinations will usually be undertaken at the Havens, but may, in certain circumstances, be conducted elsewhere such as in hospital or a care home.
* Following appropriate training, undertake joint paediatric examination of children where acute sexual assault is suspected.
* The forensic medical examination will be under the supervision of a Consultant Paediatrician.
* Ensure forensic activities are conducted to the standards required by Forensic Science Regulator Code of Practice.
* Provide appropriate medical aftercare, emergency contraception, post-exposure prophylaxis for HIV and Hepatitis B, screening for STIs, prophylaxis and management of sexually transmitted infections and advice to complainants. Training in this area will be provided, where necessary.
* To undertake forensic examinations on an on-call basis as part of the out-of-hours rota and to attend for the appointment start within 90 minutes of the call-out.
* To identify safeguarding needs and complete referrals to social care at the time of forensic medical examination.
* To make referrals to other support agencies (e.g. GP, mental health team, MARAC) as required.
* To adhere to Havens clinical and administrative aftercare protocols and guidelines.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
* GMC registration with a license to practice
* Full Registration with GMC
Desirable
* Other higher degree or diploma (e.g., MRCGP, DFSRH/MFSRH, DFFP/MFFP, MRCOG, Dip GUM, DMJ, DFCASA, MFFLM etc)
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
* At least three years 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
Desirable
* Attendance at the Haven Training Courses.
* Experience in the clinical & forensic management of those who have been sexually assaulted.
* Experience in any of 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
Essential
* 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
* Competent 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 and demonstrate a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
* Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit. Must have undertaken and completed audit projects.
Desirable
* Experience in clinical research
* Publication of relevant review articles or case reports
* Experience of undergraduate and post-graduate teaching
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