• Flexible working options
• Opportunity to make a positive impact
Our client specializes in connecting legal firms, NGOs, and government organizations with the most suitable expert witnesses for their unique cases.
The Job Role:
As a Pediatrician, you will use your extensive medical expertise to evaluate and provide objective insights in legal cases concerning pediatric health and care standards. Working on a freelance, case-by-case basis, you will conduct thorough reviews, create evidence-based reports, and provide testimony when needed. Your role will support the legal process by clarifying issues such as pediatric malpractice, developmental health concerns, and child safeguarding.
Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct detailed assessments of medical records and treatment protocols in cases related to pediatric care, identifying any deviations from established standards.
• Prepare objective, evidence-based reports that provide clear insights on pediatric health practices, child safety, and developmental health for legal teams.
• Provide expert witness testimony in court or arbitration settings, presenting findings in an unbiased, professional, and comprehensible manner.
• Collaborate with legal teams to translate complex pediatric medical concepts into accessible, relevant information for non-medical audiences.
• Stay current on advances in pediatric healthcare to ensure your insights reflect the latest standards and best practices.
Key Areas of Focus:
• Offer expertise on issues such as birth injuries, neonatal care standards, and early developmental health.
• Provide insights on cases involving potential malpractice in pediatric diagnostics, treatment, and emergency care.
• Assess cases involving child welfare concerns, including suspected abuse or neglect, and evaluate the standards of care provided.
• Provide expert opinions on cases involving developmental milestones, mental health, and behavioral disorders.
• Serve as a credible expert witness, presenting findings in a clear, accurate manner to assist judges, juries, and legal professionals in understanding pediatric health issues.
What’s on Offer?
• Flexible, project-based role with opportunities to make a significant impact in high-stakes legal cases.
• Collaborate with leading law firms to provide insights that contribute to the pursuit of justice in pediatric-related cases.
• Be part of a consultancy recognized for its commitment to excellence and integrity in expert witness services.
Ideal Candidate Qualifications:
• UK medical degree with specialization in pediatrics (e.g., MRCPCH or equivalent).
• Demonstrated expertise in pediatric care, including neonatal and infant health, child development, and pediatric emergency care.
• Previous experience in expert witness services or consulting in medical-legal contexts is highly valued.
• Fully registered and licensed pediatrician with extensive experience in clinical pediatrics and child healthcare.
• Background in medical-legal consulting, with prior experience as an expert witness or consultant for legal cases strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to produce clear, objective, and well-supported reports that meet the evidentiary standards of legal cases.
• Excellent communication skills, allowing you to effectively explain complex medical information in layman's terms for legal audiences.
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