Forensic Healthcare Professional

PHL group are looking for Bank Forensic Healthcare Professionals (FHCPs) to support our Hampshire locations, including the Isle of Wight, Basingstoke, Southampton, and Portsmouth. This role requires availability to work night shifts and weekends. Full NMC or HCPC registration is essential. 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. Key Responsibilities include: 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 ..... full job details .....