Medical Examiner
Closing date: 14 June 2026
Job Summary
Medical Examiner posts created by DHSC in response to observations in the Third Report of the Shipman Inquiry. The introduction of the medical examiner system promotes robust, transparent and independent scrutiny of death certification processes.
Main Duties
* Ensure compliance with legal and procedural requirements associated with death certification, investigation by coroners and registration of deaths.
* Scrutinise certified causes of death offered by attending doctors in a proportionate, consistent and compliant manner.
* Discuss and explain the cause of death with next of kin or informants in a transparent, tactful and sympathetic manner.
* Ensure that all users of the ME system are treated with respect and are not discriminated against on the grounds of sex, race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or disability.
* Maintain comprehensive records of all deaths scrutinised and undertake analysis to provide information to the National ME office.
* Participate in relevant clinical governance activities relating to death certification.
* Support the training of resident doctors in their understanding of death certification and promote good practice in accurate completion of MCCDs.
* Work with medical examiner officers (MEOs), delegating duties as appropriate.
* Adopt a collaborative working relationship with other MEs by sharing experiences and expertise to support peer learning and set uniform standards of service delivery.
* Ensure that there is adequate ME cover available by ensuring planned leave is notified to and agreed with the Medical Examiner Office.
Qualifications (Essential)
* Consultant, Senior Grade or GP who is a medical practitioner registered and licensed to practise in the UK by the GMC for at least 5 years.
Knowledge (Essential)
* Up-to-date knowledge of causes of death and an understanding of the legal frameworks associated with death certification processes.
* IT skills including use of email and commonly used software.
* Knowledge of the special requirements of various faith groups and respect for equality and diversity.
Person Specification (Essential)
* Consultant, Senior Grade or GP registered and licensed to practise in the UK by the GMC for at least 5 years.
Information for Applicants
Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 a year pro rata (consultant).
Contract: Permanent, part‑time.
Location: Kings Mill Hospital, Mansfield Road, Sutton In Ashfield, NG17 4JL, United Kingdom.
Disclosures: This post requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check and may require a skilled worker sponsorship.
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