Part 6: Answering tricky questions
Q. Don’t doctors get sick pay if they fall ill? A. Yes – but it can cover as little as four weeks if they’re recently qualified. Q. Isn’t there an…
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Part 9: Downloadable resources for Volunteers
This page contains links to the forms and resources you'll need on a day-to-day basis as a volunteer. If you need a form or resource that isn't here, contact the…
Part 8: Substance misuse policy
The RMBF is committed to providing a safe, healthy and productive environment for all our Volunteers and other contacts. All Volunteers should be fit to carry out their roles safely…
Part 7: Complaints policy
The Royal Medical Benevolent Fund aims to provide positive support for doctors and their dependants in need, support and development opportunities for its Volunteer officers, and a courteous and business-like…
Part 5: Safeguarding vulnerable adults and children
All staff, Volunteers and Trustees working on behalf of RMBF have a duty to promote the welfare and safety of vulnerable adults and children, and these procedures must be followed…
Part 4: Confidentiality and data protection
The RMBF is committed to providing a confidential service to those we help (service users). The RMBF must comply with the Data Protection Act 1998 and can only collect and…
Part 3: Your rights as a Volunteer
Our committed team of volunteers are the backbone of the RMBF. Without them we could not continue to make a difference to the lives of doctors, medical students and their…
Part 2: The application process
1. Initial enquiry The Caseworker establishes the eligibility of the candidate and completes an enquiry form. 2. Application form After completing the enquiry form, the Caseworker sends out an application…
Part 1: How the RMBF helps
Our aim is to make a real difference to the lives of medics in times of need. We try to help our beneficiaries become independent and self-sufficient again, while maintaining…
Handbook for all Volunteers
This section provides information that all RMBF Volunteers may need to know, whatever particular role they take. Please use the links below to view each section. Part 1: How the RMBF…