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Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Legal
    Healthcare
  • Norwich

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  • You must review deceased patients' notes, determine causes of death, communicate with families, collaborate with clinical teams, assist MEOs, refer cases to HM Coroner, and train resident doctors.
  • You will review case notes of deceased patients, liaise with clinical teams on causes of death, discuss findings with families, support Medical Examiner Officers, and train resident doctors on MCCDs.

Requirements

  • To be responsible for the scrutiny of the case notes of all deceased patients that are not taken for investigation by HM Coroner. This includes patients who die in both primary and secondary care settings.
  • To liaise with clinical teams to agree the cause of death that will be entered on the Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (MCCD).
  • To (where required) discuss the final cause of death with the nominated next-of-kin in a transparent, sympathetic and tactful manner, and escalate any concerns that are raised.
  • Work closely with the Medical Examiner Officers (MEOs) in highlighting any concerns about clinical care, feeding into existing governance/Learning from Deaths processes as necessary.
  • To ensure appropriate referrals are made to HM Coroner, acting as a medical resource for the Coroner where required.
  • To support the training of resident doctors in the completion of MCCDs and provide feedback on the accuracy of certification locally.

Responsibilities

  • To be responsible for the scrutiny of the case notes of all deceased patients that are not taken for investigation by HM Coroner. This includes patients who die in both primary and secondary care settings.
  • To liaise with clinical teams to agree the cause of death that will be entered on the Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (MCCD).
  • To (where required) discuss the final cause of death with the nominated next-of-kin in a transparent, sympathetic and tactful manner, and escalate any concerns that are raised.
  • Work closely with the Medical Examiner Officers (MEOs) in highlighting any concerns about clinical care, feeding into existing governance/Learning from Deaths processes as necessary.
  • To ensure appropriate referrals are made to HM Coroner, acting as a medical resource for the Coroner where required.
  • To support the training of resident doctors in the completion of MCCDs and provide feedback on the accuracy of certification locally.

FAQs

What is the role of a Medical Examiner at NNUH?

Medical Examiners are senior clinicians responsible for scrutinizing case notes of deceased patients not investigated by HM Coroner, agreeing on causes of death, and collaborating with clinical teams and Medical Examiner Officers.

How many Programmed Activity (PA) sessions are available for this role?

There are Four Programmed Activity (PA) sessions available, each lasting four hours, which may be allocated among suitable candidates.

What is the expected annual session commitment for Medical Examiners?

Each Medical Examiner is expected to work 42 sessions per annum.

Is flexibility in scheduling required?

Yes, flexibility is welcomed during periods of high acuity and busy holiday periods.

Who can apply for the Medical Examiner positions?

Applications are welcomed from senior medical personnel, including Consultant and GP colleagues.

What type of training will Medical Examiners provide?

Medical Examiners will support the training of resident doctors in completing Medical Certificates of Cause of Death (MCCDs) and provide feedback on certification accuracy.

How many deaths does the NNUH Medical Examiner Service review each year?

The NNUH Medical Examiner Service reviews approximately 6,500 deaths per year.

Where is the Medical Examiner Service based?

The Medical Examiner Service is based at the main NNUH site, specifically at the Medical Examiner Service offices at Colney Lane.

Who can I contact for more information about the position?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Jason Payne-James, the Lead Medical Examiner, via email at jason.payne-james@nnuh.nhs.uk or by phone at 01603 286286.

How does the Medical Examiner Service collaborate with other teams?

The Medical Examiner Service has close working relationships with various stakeholders, including the Bereavement and Mortuary teams, HM Coroner's Office, Registration Services, and local Funeral Directors.

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Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers comprehensive healthcare services across Norfolk and Norwich. Their mission is to deliver exceptional, patient-focused care and to advance health through innovation and research. They aim to provide high-quality medical treatment, support community health, and continually improve their services to meet the needs of patients and their families.