Partnering Health Ltd is seeking Forensic Healthcare Professionals to join their team in Hereford, working in police custody suites. The role involves assessing the health needs of detained individuals, including identifying mental health conditions, substance misuse, and implementing appropriate interventions. Responsibilities include conducting forensic medical examinations, collecting samples, and maintaining accurate health records to ensure detainees receive adequate care while in custody.
The position requires collaboration with police officers and custody staff, providing advice on detainees' healthcare needs and contributing to a safe, professional environment. The role offers 42 hours per week, with part-time and bank contract options available, at a salary of £40,000 FTE or £20 per hour for bank staff. Applicants should specify their preferred location and hours when applying.
Candidates must adhere to relevant legal codes, maintain professional conduct, and engage in continuous professional development. Teamwork and positive relationships with various healthcare and law enforcement personnel are essential for delivering a high-quality service.
PHL Group are looking for Forensic Healthcare Professionals (FHCPs)to join the team in West Mercia. The custody suites are based in Hereford. This is an exciting role where you will work alongside police officers to assess and treat individuals who are detained in police custody.
Could you determine if a detainee is suffering from a mental health condition, uncooperative, or lacking necessary diabetes medication? Are they a substance misuser or experiencing a head injury? Our FHCPs are responsible for assessing and addressing the health needs of detained individuals, as well as conducting forensic medical examinations to gather evidence for use in the criminal justice system.
We invite you to contact us for an informal visit to the custody suite to see first hand how varied and challenging this role can be.
Hours: 42 hours per week, embedded. Part time and Bank contracts are available.
Salary: £40,000 FTE or £20 per hour for Bank staff.
Location: Hereford and/or Kidderminster and/or Worcester and/or Shrewsbury and/or Telford.
Application: When you apply, please include your preferred location and weekly hours in your covering email.
In this role, you will perform clinical assessments, identify and implement appropriate interventions, and collect forensic samples. You will provide advice and guidance to ensure the detainees receive proper care, maintaining detailed and accurate records to safeguard their health, safety, and welfare while in police custody.