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Salary: Salaried GP: £98,238 to £110,736 / Specialty Doctor: £61,690 to £96,129 / Consultant: £107,144 to £142,369 per annum, pro rata.
Overview
Following a service review, NHS Highland seeks to develop a new 24/7 Forensic Medical Examiner service to support Police Custody Healthcare and Sexual Assault Coordination Services (SARCS). The post holder will be an integral part of the team, working in conjunction with the nursing workforce delivering custody healthcare services and forensic medical examinations where required.
Key Responsibilities
* Work alongside nurses and Police Scotland colleagues to deliver forensic medical examinations.
* Support the implementation of Healthcare Improvement Scotland Standards for Healthcare and Forensic Services for adults, children and young people who have experienced rape and sexual assault.
* Hold a specific leadership portfolio on behalf of the service, ensuring ongoing service development in areas such as children and young people, telehealth and digital technology, mental health and substance use, peer supervision and support.
* Provide support and consultation to remote sites across NHS Highland as needed.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Hold MBChB with a licence to practice as a GP, Speciality Doctor or Consultant.
* Be in possession of an MFFLM or be working towards this.
* Have trauma‑informed approach, excellent communication skills and a passion for improving outcomes for individuals in care.
* Previous experience in a similar area is advantageous but not essential.
* Be willing to work in a nurse‑led service and in partnership with Police Scotland colleagues.
Application Process
* Apply by completing the application process on Jobtrain.
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EEO Statement
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Closing Date
Applications close on 14/12/2025.
Contact Information
Informal enquiries to: Neil McNamara, Clinical Director Mental Health & Learning Disabilities, neil.mcnamara3@nhs.scot; Marion Gillies, Service Manager Police Custody & SARCS, marion.gillies@nhs.scot; Teresa Green, Service Manager Drug & Alcohol Recovery, Prison & Police Custody Healthcare and SARCS, Teresa.green@nhs.scot.
Job Reference
RT1 219811
Location
Inverness, Scotland.
Work Hours
Various hours available; there is no on‑call requirement. Successful candidates must be available to respond when rostered, which may be in person, via telephone or Near Me.
Relocation
Relocation expenses may be available for individuals able to take up full‑time positions.
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