Forensic Healthcare Professional

4 weeks ago


Portsmouth Hampshire, United Kingdom Partnering Health Ltd Full time €25

PHL group are looking for a  Forensic Healthcare Professional  working in custody suite covering Portsmouth working alongside police officers to assess and treat individuals detained in Police Custody.

Could you identify if a detainee is suffering from a mental health condition? If they are uncooperative or lacking diabetes medication? If they are a substance misuser or suffering from a head injury? Our Forensic HCPS are responsible for assessing and addressing the health needs of detained persons, as well as conducting forensic medical examinations gathering evidence for use in the criminal justice system.

You will be conducting clinical assessments, identifying and implementing appropriate interventions and collecting forensic samples. Providing advice and guidance to ensure appropriate care is maintained and keeping detailed and accurate records to ensure the health, safety and welfare of detained persons held in police custody.

We encourage you to contact us for an informal visit to the custody suite in order to see for yourself how varied and challenging this role can be.

Hours: 42 hours per week

Location

Portsmouth

Forensic Healthcare Professional Skills and Experience:

  • Effectively deliver the requirements of the forensic practitioner service following the Codes of Practice of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 and locally agreed protocols.
  • Keep accurate, complete and contemporaneous notes of work carried out, including the recording of injuries. Ensure all activities are logged using the systems in use
  • Provide advice and support to Custody Officers in determining the health care needs of detainees and the priorities of care. Seek telephone advice and refer cases to the Consultant FME when required.
  • Provide a professional, responsive and caring service to detained persons in the custody environment to support the Custody Sergeant and Officers in assessing the healthcare needs of detained persons and an effective care pathway throughout their time in custody.
  • Determine an individual’s fitness to be detained, fitness to be released, fitness to be interviewed and competence to understand charge.
  • Assessment of alcohol and drug intoxication and withdrawal.

Essential Criteria:

  • Registered Nurse or paramedic with minimum of 3 years’ service.
  • Full membership of the NMC or HCPC
  • Must have a full UK driving license with access to your own vehicle for business use
  • Competent in oral and written English.
  • Have been continuously resident in the UK for at least 3 years.
  • Right to Work in the UK
  • Ability to be cleared through the Police Vetting system: Level 2 NPPV clearance.
  • A DBS check is required for this post. PHL will undertake an initial check at the appropriate level on appointment.

The Benefits

As well as a rewarding career, development opportunities and a competitive salary, you will also enjoy a generous holiday allowance and the opportunity to join the company pension scheme.

Due to the high volume of applications received we are unable to respond to unsuccessful candidates. If your application is of interest to us, we will normally contact you within 2 weeks of receiving your application.

Benefits

  • Bike2Work Scheme. With the Bike2Work scheme you can save up to 42% on bicycles and cycling equipment.
  • DSE Eye Tests and Spectacles. To promote the importance of good eye health staff can claim up to £25 for an eye test and up to £50 for spectacles.
  • Employee Assistance Program - 24 hour helpline. Supporting you and your family through life's ups and downs including counselling, legal information, bereavement support, medical information and CBT self-help modules.
  • Employee Recognition - 'On the Spot' and 'Extra Mile' Awards. We aim to truly reward employees, so that they feel valued and motivated.
  • Family Friendly Policy. A commitment to support staff with their work/personal life balance by supporting staff through all aspects of maternity, adoption, paternity and shared parental leave. Including, paid leave for staff undergoing fertility treatment.
  • Long Service Award. We celebrate our staff's commitment to PHL Group and their achievements after 5 and 10 years of service.
  • Menopause Support. We have signed the Menopause Workplace Pledge and will cover the cost of an annual HRT subscription for staff going through the menopause.
  • NHS Discount - Blue Light Card. Staff are eligible for the Blue Light Card which offers a range of official discounts from large national retailers to local businesses in a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones and much more
  • Paid Sick Pay. Staff are entitled to 10 days paid company sick pay, per year.
  • Pension. Employees have access to the company pension scheme with The People's Pension.
  • Professional Development. Investing in supporting the development of our employees is important to us. We provide a wide range of opportunities to support your development, including training courses, conferences and team building.
  • Workplace Savings and Low Interest Loans. In partnership with Wessex Community Bank , we provide staff with the opportunity to build savings through payroll deductions, as well as access to low interest loans, which are paid back with payroll deductions.
  • Your Birthday off.

PHL Group has made a commitment to improving the number of ex-military personnel that join our ranks. In 2023, we were awarded the Defence Employers Recognition Scheme Bronze Award and Veteran Aware accreditation. These prestigious accolades highlight our unwavering dedication to supporting ex-military personnel, serving reservists and their families.

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