Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Advanced Clinical Practitioner to join our vibrant, forward-thinking practice.This is a fantastic
opportunity to work in a supportive, well-established training practice,
providing high-quality care to our patient population.We are looking for a
motivated and experiencedAdvanced
Clinical Practitioner orAdvanced Nurse Practitionerto join our friendly team.
Main duties of the job
Working autonomously within your professional
scope, you'll provide care across the full patient pathway fromhistory
taking and clinical assessmenttodiagnosis, treatment and
follow-up. You'll handle acute, same-day care viaface-to-face and
telephone consultations, and contribute to proactive care planning and liaison with external partners.
As a training practice we provide a Clinical Supervising GP to support all our staff throughout the day.
About us
The practice has 15,000 patients, and is at the forefront of new care models and network working. We have a strong ethos on continuous learning and offer training opportunities and clinical support together with an enthusiastic multi team approach to care. (Urgent Care team, Specialist nurse led clinics, health coaches, nursing associates, F2 and Medical Students).
We try to offer a holistic approach to our patients so they feel cared for and for us the right candidate will be able to bring a real passion and empathy to the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job responsibilities
You will work closely with our GPs to advise on treatment and healthcare for patients, to include those presenting in the primary care setting and those in the community.
You will triage acute patients presenting in the surgery environment.
You will attend home visits to include residential and nursing homes
You will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team to meet the needs of our patients.
Job Description:
- Assess patients presenting with acute illness.
- Diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis.
- Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective and plan clinical care accordingly.
- Assess, diagnosis, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/treatments for patients with complex needs and follow up as appropriate.
- Proactively identify, diagnose and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition (as appropriate).
- Provide a first point of contact within the practice for patients presenting with undifferentiated, undiagnosed problems, making use of skills in history taking, physical examination, problem-solving and clinical decision-making to establish a diagnosis and management plan
- To provide assessment, treatment and diagnosis at point of first contact by attending to patients in a variety of clinical or non-clinical settings according to patients needs
- To undertake home visits in accordance with the relevant protocols
- To make professionally autonomous decisions for which they are accountable
- To refer patients to an alternative care setting or treat and discharge as appropriate
- To instigate necessary invasive and non-invasive diagnostic tests or investigations and interpret findings/reports
- To ensure that professional standards are maintained and within the guidance provided by the Department of Health, the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- To contribute to the practice achieving its quality targets to sustain high standards of patient care and service delivery
- To support in the delivery of enhanced services and other service requirements on behalf of the practice.
- To participate in the management of patient complaints when requested to do so and participate in the identification of any necessary learning brought about through clinical incidents and near-miss events
- To undertake all mandatory training and induction programmes
- To provide effective visible leadership that fosters a culture of professionalism, compassion, excellence and the development of effective team working
- To develop yourself and the role through participation in training and service redesign activities
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job responsibilities
You will work closely with our GPs to advise on treatment and healthcare for patients, to include those presenting in the primary care setting and those in the community.
You will triage acute patients presenting in the surgery environment.
You will attend home visits to include residential and nursing homes
You will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team to meet the needs of our patients.
Job Description:
- Assess patients presenting with acute illness.
- Diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis.
- Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective and plan clinical care accordingly.
- Assess, diagnosis, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/treatments for patients with complex needs and follow up as appropriate.
- Proactively identify, diagnose and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition (as appropriate).
- Provide a first point of contact within the practice for patients presenting with undifferentiated, undiagnosed problems, making use of skills in history taking, physical examination, problem-solving and clinical decision-making to establish a diagnosis and management plan
- To provide assessment, treatment and diagnosis at point of first contact by attending to patients in a variety of clinical or non-clinical settings according to patients needs
- To undertake home visits in accordance with the relevant protocols
- To make professionally autonomous decisions for which they are accountable
- To refer patients to an alternative care setting or treat and discharge as appropriate
- To instigate necessary invasive and non-invasive diagnostic tests or investigations and interpret findings/reports
- To ensure that professional standards are maintained and within the guidance provided by the Department of Health, the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- To contribute to the practice achieving its quality targets to sustain high standards of patient care and service delivery
- To support in the delivery of enhanced services and other service requirements on behalf of the practice.
- To participate in the management of patient complaints when requested to do so and participate in the identification of any necessary learning brought about through clinical incidents and near-miss events
- To undertake all mandatory training and induction programmes
- To provide effective visible leadership that fosters a culture of professionalism, compassion, excellence and the development of effective team working
- To develop yourself and the role through participation in training and service redesign activities
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- * MSc in Advanced Practice or equivalent
- * Independent & Supplementary Prescribing qualification
- * Experience managing minor illness and injuries autonomously
- * Confident using EMIS, AccuRx, and Ardens Templates
- * Strong Clinical decision-making and communication skills
Desirable
- * Mentor/Teaching qualifications or experience in clinical supervision
- * NMC Academic Assessor or Practice Supervisor/Assessor accreditation
- * Minor injuries qualification
- * Experience managing Palliative care and Care Home patients
Experience
Essential
- * Professional Registration (NMC, GPhC, College of Paramedics)
- * Advanced Clinical Practice at Masters Level or Hee eportfolio (supported)
- * Minimum of two years working at ACP level
- * Independent Prescriber Qualification
- * Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- * Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office
- * Ability to promote best practice regarding all professional matters depending on registered qualification
- * Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
- * Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- * Problem solving & analytical skills
- * Ability to follow policy and procedure
Desirable
- * EMIS Clinical Systems
- * Experience of working with Primary Care
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- * MSc in Advanced Practice or equivalent
- * Independent & Supplementary Prescribing qualification
- * Experience managing minor illness and injuries autonomously
- * Confident using EMIS, AccuRx, and Ardens Templates
- * Strong Clinical decision-making and communication skills
Desirable
- * Mentor/Teaching qualifications or experience in clinical supervision
- * NMC Academic Assessor or Practice Supervisor/Assessor accreditation
- * Minor injuries qualification
- * Experience managing Palliative care and Care Home patients
Experience
Essential
- * Professional Registration (NMC, GPhC, College of Paramedics)
- * Advanced Clinical Practice at Masters Level or Hee eportfolio (supported)
- * Minimum of two years working at ACP level
- * Independent Prescriber Qualification
- * Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- * Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office
- * Ability to promote best practice regarding all professional matters depending on registered qualification
- * Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
- * Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- * Problem solving & analytical skills
- * Ability to follow policy and procedure
Desirable
- * EMIS Clinical Systems
- * Experience of working with Primary Care
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).