The Role
RIMA Medicals is seeking an experienced ENT Consultant to join our nationwide panel of medico-legal experts.
The successful candidate will undertake independent medical assessments and prepare clear, objective, and CPR-compliant medico-legal reports for personal injury cases. Instructions will be offered according to your availability and preferred clinic locations.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct independent medico-legal ENT assessments.
- Assess symptoms such as hearing loss, tinnitus, balance difficulties, nasal injuries, and other ENT-related conditions.
- Review medical records and relevant supporting documentation.
- Prepare clear, impartial, and evidence-based medico-legal reports.
- Provide diagnoses, causation opinions, prognoses, and treatment recommendations within your area of expertise.
- Respond to reasonable amendment requests and Part 35 questions.
- Comply with court deadlines and Civil Procedure Rules.
- Maintain professional independence, confidentiality, and accurate records.
Essential Requirements
- GMC registration with a licence to practise.
- Inclusion on the Specialist Register for Otolaryngology.
- Current or previous experience working as an ENT Consultant in the UK.
- Appropriate professional indemnity insurance.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to produce accurate reports within agreed timescales.
- Strong understanding of professional duties, confidentiality, and clinical governance.
Desirable Experience
- Previous medico-legal reporting experience.
- Understanding of CPR Part 35 and the duties of an expert witness.
- Experience assessing personal injury and clinical negligence cases.
- Expert witness training or relevant medico-legal qualifications.
Full guidance and administrative support can be provided to consultants who have the appropriate clinical experience but are new to medico-legal reporting.
What We Offer
- Competitive fees per completed report.
- Flexible, self-employed working arrangements.
- Remote and face-to-face assessment opportunities.
- Access to instructions from solicitors and professional referrers.
- Full administrative and appointment-booking support.
- Medical records and relevant documentation supplied before assessments.
- Dictation, typing, and report-formatting support where agreed.
- Flexibility to choose your availability and preferred locations.
- Opportunities for regular medico-legal instructions.
About RIMA Medicals
RIMA Medicals is an established medico-legal agency working with solicitors, insurers, and other professional organisations across the UK. We coordinate appointments, documentation, communication, and report delivery, allowing our experts to focus on clinical assessments and professional opinions.
Apply Today
If you are an ENT Consultant interested in joining our medico-legal expert panel, please apply through Indeed with your current CV.
Pay: £600.00-£800.00 per hour
Expected hours: 4.0 – 6.0 per week
Work Location: In person
