Job summary
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY WELSH AMBULANCE SERVICE TRUST.
About Us: Join our remarkable team at the Welsh Ambulance Service University NHS Trust, where we are dedicated to providing world-class patient care across Wales, 24/7. Our workforce of over 4,000 professionals is committed to excellence, diversity, and inclusivity.The Role: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Advanced Clinical Practice Lead to spearhead our Remote Clinical Care Advanced Practice initiatives. This pivotal role involves leading the development and implementation of innovative clinical strategies to enhance remote Integrated care services.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a forward-thinking and inclusive organization.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Contribute to the delivery of high-quality care across Wales.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
- The Advanced Clinical Practice Lead will be accountable to the trust for supporting the Advanced and Advancing Clinical Practice of Remote Clinical Care across the Integrated Care Directorate, aligned to patient needs and across various healthcare settings, to ensure the development of new ways of working that align with the Welsh Ambulance Service NHS University Trust strategies
- The post holder will line manage and support a range of specialist clinicians and be responsible for the effective work planning and organisation of different streams of transformational and continuous improvement work linked to Remote Clinical Care
- The Advanced Clinical Practice Lead will continuously and sustainably plan lead and deliver programmes of work that advance the remote scope, skill, confidence and competence of the remote clinical and non-clinical workforce and profession
- The post-holder will be expected to analyse and interpret national and local data, guidance and research outcomes to inform the development of clinical delivery across Remote Clinical Care by developing robust, clinically safe, and well-governed programmes of work aligning with the wider Trust strategies
- The Advanced Clinical Practice lead will ensure the core requirements of developing, maintaining and managing internal and external relationships to support effective delivery.
About us
#RemarkablePeople
Our workforce is made up of over 4,000 remarkable people who contribute to the delivery of world-class patient care across Wales, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Whether you work in a patient-facing role or within our range of support services, the work that you do enables us to provide high quality care, wherever and whenever we're needed.
The Trust recognises the need for its workforce to represent the diversity of the population it serves across the whole of Wales and seeks to create an environment where diversity is celebrated and inclusivity matters. We are also keen to break down any barriers into the Trust, and would encourage applications from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ communities and disability groups.
Careers within the Welsh Ambulance Services University NHS Trust are diverse and varied, with opportunities arising right across the service. Whatever your skills and background, you're sure to find a career with us which is fulfilling, challenging, and rewarding.
In line with the Trust's Starting Salary Procedure, all applicants will start at the bottom of the band for the position applied for, but can apply for a higher salary if they have previous experience relevant to the position.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working with the Assistant Clinical Director of Remote Clinical Care (Consultant Clinician), the Advanced Clinical Practice Lead will be accountable to the trust for supporting the Advanced and Advancing Clinical Practice of Remote Clinical Care across the Integrated Care Directorate, aligned to patient needs and across various healthcare settings, to ensure the development of new ways of working that align with the Welsh Ambulance Service NHS University Trust strategies.
The post holder will be accountable for the delivery of key objectives across several priorities. These will principally focus on developing Remote Clinical Care, providing senior leadership to remote clinical and non-clinical workforce and professionals.
The Advanced Clinical Practice Lead will line manage and support a range of specialist clinicians and be responsible for the effective work planning and organisation of different streams of transformational and continuous improvement work linked to Remote Clinical Care.
The post holder will lead and undertake activities across Education, Research, Advanced Clinical Practice, and Clinical Leadership that contribute to developing the remote clinical care service.
The Advanced Clinical Practice Lead will analyse and interpret International, national and local guidelines and procedures to inform the growth of Remote Clinical Care service, responding to the priorities established under the Trusts IMTP.
The Post holder will maintain professional registration and undertake clinical assessment regularly using advanced clinical knowledge and skills.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working with the Assistant Clinical Director of Remote Clinical Care (Consultant Clinician), the Advanced Clinical Practice Lead will be accountable to the trust for supporting the Advanced and Advancing Clinical Practice of Remote Clinical Care across the Integrated Care Directorate, aligned to patient needs and across various healthcare settings, to ensure the development of new ways of working that align with the Welsh Ambulance Service NHS University Trust strategies.
The post holder will be accountable for the delivery of key objectives across several priorities. These will principally focus on developing Remote Clinical Care, providing senior leadership to remote clinical and non-clinical workforce and professionals.
The Advanced Clinical Practice Lead will line manage and support a range of specialist clinicians and be responsible for the effective work planning and organisation of different streams of transformational and continuous improvement work linked to Remote Clinical Care.
The post holder will lead and undertake activities across Education, Research, Advanced Clinical Practice, and Clinical Leadership that contribute to developing the remote clinical care service.
The Advanced Clinical Practice Lead will analyse and interpret International, national and local guidelines and procedures to inform the growth of Remote Clinical Care service, responding to the priorities established under the Trusts IMTP.
The Post holder will maintain professional registration and undertake clinical assessment regularly using advanced clinical knowledge and skills.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Professional registration (NMC, HCPC)
- Level 7 Education (master's degree) in Advanced Clinical Practice.
- Level 4 Management/Leadership qualification or possess equivalent skills and experience.
- Advanced theoretical knowledge and practical experience to conduct clinical consultation and as an autonomous clinician in remote clinical practice.
- Evidence of a current Advanced portfolio, which aligns with the requirements of the professional registration bodies e.g. NMC, HCPC and/ or national education bodies e.g. HEIW - Enhanced, Advanced, Consultant Framework
- Comprehensive knowledge of remote clinical practice (NHS 111, 999, Out of Hours Services, virtual wards
Desirable
- Independent Prescribing Qualification (or willingness to work towards)
- Relevant teaching/supervision qualification
- Project management qualification
- Principle Investigator qualification
- Member of their Associated Professional Body
Experience
Essential
- Extensive post-registration clinical experience
- Post-registration clinical experience in remote clinical practice and advanced practice.
- Evidence of performing across an Advanced Level of Clinical Practice in accordance with professional registration bodies/ National Education bodies.
- Proven track record of working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.
- Experience in leading services and teams through change
Desirable
- Experience in clinical policy and guideline development and implementation at local and national level
- Experience teaching within a wide multi-professional audience in a clinical and/or University setting.
- Experience in leading and implementing research within clinical practice.
- Experience and knowledge of research processes and being involved in research practice.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Clinical skills competence for environment/ setting.
- Demonstrate leadership/ supervision experience
- Positive and professional outlook to work.
- Standard keyboard skills
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable at level 1 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh.
- Ability to travel throughout the organisation.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Professional registration (NMC, HCPC)
- Level 7 Education (master's degree) in Advanced Clinical Practice.
- Level 4 Management/Leadership qualification or possess equivalent skills and experience.
- Advanced theoretical knowledge and practical experience to conduct clinical consultation and as an autonomous clinician in remote clinical practice.
- Evidence of a current Advanced portfolio, which aligns with the requirements of the professional registration bodies e.g. NMC, HCPC and/ or national education bodies e.g. HEIW - Enhanced, Advanced, Consultant Framework
- Comprehensive knowledge of remote clinical practice (NHS 111, 999, Out of Hours Services, virtual wards
Desirable
- Independent Prescribing Qualification (or willingness to work towards)
- Relevant teaching/supervision qualification
- Project management qualification
- Principle Investigator qualification
- Member of their Associated Professional Body
Experience
Essential
- Extensive post-registration clinical experience
- Post-registration clinical experience in remote clinical practice and advanced practice.
- Evidence of performing across an Advanced Level of Clinical Practice in accordance with professional registration bodies/ National Education bodies.
- Proven track record of working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.
- Experience in leading services and teams through change
Desirable
- Experience in clinical policy and guideline development and implementation at local and national level
- Experience teaching within a wide multi-professional audience in a clinical and/or University setting.
- Experience in leading and implementing research within clinical practice.
- Experience and knowledge of research processes and being involved in research practice.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Clinical skills competence for environment/ setting.
- Demonstrate leadership/ supervision experience
- Positive and professional outlook to work.
- Standard keyboard skills
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable at level 1 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh.
- Ability to travel throughout the organisation.
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).
