Salary
GP: £98,238 to £110,736
Specialty Doctor: £61,690 to £96,129
Consultant: £107,144 to £142,369 per annum, pro rata.
Position Overview
Following a service review, NHS Highland is developing 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 a team working alongside nursing staff, delivering custody healthcare services and forensic examinations where required.
Key Responsibilities
* Work within a nurse‑led service and partner with Police Scotland colleagues in conducting forensic medical examinations.
* Provide support and consultation to other remote sites across NHS Highland.
* Hold a specific leadership portfolio for the service, ensuring ongoing development in areas such as children and young people, telehealth & digital technology, mental health & substance use, and peer supervision & support.
* Respond to work requests when rostered – in person, via telephone or Near Me – without on‑call requirement.
* Implement Healthcare Improvement Scotland Standards for Healthcare and Forensic Services for adults, children and young people who have experienced rape and sexual assault.
* Support the Sexual Offence Examiner (SOE) role in partnership with the nursing workforce.
Qualifications and Experience
* Must hold an MBChB with a licence to practice as a GP, Specialist Doctor or Consultant.
* Must be in possession of MFFLM or be working towards this qualification.
* Trauma‑informed, with excellent communication skills and a passion for improving outcomes for individuals in care.
* Previous experience in forensic medicine or related fields is advantageous but not essential.
Additional Information for Candidates
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Contact
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
Closing Date and Reference
Closing date for applications: 16th March 2026
Job Reference: RT1 240198
Equality & Diversity 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. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Values
* Care and compassion
* Dignity and respect
* Openness, honesty and responsibility
* Quality and teamwork
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