Medico-legal Adviser

2 weeks ago

Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom MDDUS Full time

Position:
Medico-Legal Adviser

Reports to:
Head of Medical Division

Location:
Glasgow Office

Contract:
Permanent Role, Full Time _(will consider part time working requests)_

Closing Date: 29th Feb 2024

The role
We're on the look for a Medico-Legal Adviser to join our growing Medical Team.

What the role is all about: As a Medico-Legal Adviser, you will play a crucial role in providing expert advice and assistance to MDDUS members. As a pivotal part of our team, you will champion membership and development initiatives, aligning seamlessly with our corporate and financial objectives. Your commitment will be instrumental in upholding our values, putting our members at the forefront of everything that we do.

Why should you join us?
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_MDDUS celebrates and promotes diversity and inclusion so that colleagues can work in an environment where they can be their true selves_:

  • Provide medico-legal advice and assistance to MDDUS members, influencing critical decisions in various areas of healthcare.
  • Participating in the Advisory Telephone Advice rota to offering support in medicolegal matters, you'll engage in a wide range of responsibilities, ensuring a dynamic and challenging work environment.
  • As a member of the team, you'll have the opportunity to maintain GMC registration, engage in continuous professional development, and further enhance your skills in medical law.
  • Join a teamoriented workplace where collaboration is key. You'll work closely with professionals across different departments, external stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
  • Contribute to MDDUS strategies in actuarial, risk, underwriting, education, marketing, and public affairs, making a direct impact on the organization's direction and success.
  • The role offers a pathway for career growth, allowing you to participate in projects, contribute to strategy development, and take on additional responsibilities based on your skills and abilities.

What we can offer you:

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Professional Integrity:

_ Be part of an organisation that values integrity, where honest and principled work is at the core of our operations.

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Collaborative Culture:

_ Experience a collaborative and team-focused culture, where excellence is pursued across all departments to deliver outstanding results and services for our members.

- _ Excellence as a Standard:_ Join a workplace where the pursuit of excellence is not just a goal but a standard, providing an environment that fosters continuous improvement.
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Comprehensive Support:

_ Receive support in terms of training, mentoring, and access to resources, ensuring you have the tools needed to excel in your role.


Minimum Requirements for the Role:

  • Education: Medical Degree (MBBS or equivalent).
  • Professional Registration: Current GMC Registration with an active Licence to Practise.
  • Membership: Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners or equivalent.

Desirable Requirements for the Role:

  • Legal Qualification: Masters degree in Medical Law, LLB, or postgraduate diploma in law, or membership of the Bar (practising or nonpractising).
These minimum requirements ensure that applicants possess the necessary medical and legal qualifications to fulfil the role effectively.

Please see the role profile attached below for full details of key responsibilities.
If you're a motivated, enthusiastic individual with a passion for healthcare, we'd love to hear from you. Join us on this exciting journey, contributing towards the care and support of our Members.

To find out more about life in MDDUS, check out our Careers Page.

What MDDUS will offer you
MDDUS offers a range of benefits to employees including but not limited to:

  • 15% Non-Contributory Employer Pension contribution
  • 27 Days Annual Leave per year
  • 8 Bank Holiday days per year (in addition to annual leave allocation)
  • Private medical cover for employees (option to cover immediate family at a cost)
  • Home and office flexibility
  • Holiday Buy and Sell scheme
  • Group Life Insurance
  • A range of additional voluntary benefits
  • Employee Assistance program (EAP) to support wellbeing and remote GP services
  • Numerous employee engagement initiatives

Who are MDDUS?


MDDUS is a mutual defence organisation founded by and for healthcare professionals, with an expert staff of doctors, dentists, lawyers and risk advisers who are leaders in the medico-legal and dento-legal fields.


Our Values:

We show Integrity**Thanks to our honesty and strong moral principles. We do the right thing by our members and speak up through our advocacy work to the government and the professions about issues that are of the most concern to our membership.

We are Collaborative**We work together to deliver excellent results and service for our members across all our teams and departments. Collectively we deliver what is best for our members.

We aim for Excellence**Our aim is to always be outstanding in

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