About the role
Salary: £19.00 to £23.00
Ready for a career that's truly different?
As a
Forensic Custody Healthcare Professional
, you
will work autonomously within police custody suites, assessing and caring for
detainees with a wide range of physical health, mental health, substance misuse
and vulnerability-related needs.
Conducting comprehensive clinical assessments to determine fitness for detention, interview, charge, and release, including capacity assessments.
Managing medical emergencies, treating injuries, and providing healthcare advice in a fast-paced environment.
Supporting detainees with mental health needs, substance misuse, alcohol dependency, and complex vulnerabilities.
Collecting and documenting forensic samples in line with evidential and legal standards.
Producing accurate clinical and evidential records, including injury documentation.
Liaising with police, custody teams, NHS and other healthcare services to ensure appropriate onward care.
Attending hospital blood procedures under the Road Traffic Act.
Preparing professional statements and attending court as an impartial healthcare witness.
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