Job summary
The post holder will be required to deliver an advanced level of clinical practice within the Sarcoma service. Working within local and nationally agreed protocols and guidelines, the ACP exercises independent judgement to assess, investigate, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate the clinical care and management of patients which will include referring patients to an appropriate specialist.
The post holder will act as a clinical leader within the Sarcoma service, supporting the provision of clinical expertise that is evidence based. They will play an active part in audit, research and the development of local multidisciplinary guidelines and protocols, incorporating current best evidence in consultation with other healthcare professionals for the Department. The post holder will promote the concept of clinical governance and facilitate the implementation of the Trust's Clinical Strategy in relation to their post and work within agreed Trust/Unit protocols and guidelines.
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Main duties of the job
The post holder will be required to deliver an advanced level of clinical practice within the Sarcoma service. Working within local and nationally agreed protocols and guidelines, the ACP exercises independent judgement to assess, investigate, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate the clinical care and management of patients which will include referring patients to an appropriate specialist.
The post holder will act as a clinical leader within the Sarcoma service, supporting the provision of clinical expertise that is evidence based. They will play an active part in audit, research and the development of local multidisciplinary guidelines and protocols, incorporating current best evidence in consultation with other healthcare professionals for the Department. The post holder will promote the concept of clinical governance and facilitate the implementation of the Trust's Clinical Strategy in relation to their post and work within agreed Trust/Unit protocols and guidelines.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are underrepresented within Barts Health at this band.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Relevant clinical experience, including specialist skills and training.
- Experience of running own clinics
- Experience of running own clinics
Desirable
- Prescribing and assessment skills
- Patient and stakeholder engagement.
Skills
Essential
- Advanced clinical knowledge, clinical reasoning and decision making.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to identify and implement new systems and ways of working and demonstrate their value.
- Able to provide consultancy skills to nurses and other professionals.
- Up to date knowledge of policies and strategy.
- Able to appraise research and audit.
Qualifications
Essential
- First level degree (HEI level 5 or 6) in nursing, midwifery, equivalent AHP or pharmacy.
- Postgraduate level study (HEI level 7) or demonstrable post graduate level working evidenced via a continuous professional development portfolio
- Relevant specialist post basic programme to Master's Level or equivalent
- HEI level 7 Diploma in Advanced Clinical Practice or above
Other
Essential
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Relevant clinical experience, including specialist skills and training.
- Experience of running own clinics
- Experience of running own clinics
Desirable
- Prescribing and assessment skills
- Patient and stakeholder engagement.
Skills
Essential
- Advanced clinical knowledge, clinical reasoning and decision making.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to identify and implement new systems and ways of working and demonstrate their value.
- Able to provide consultancy skills to nurses and other professionals.
- Up to date knowledge of policies and strategy.
- Able to appraise research and audit.
Qualifications
Essential
- First level degree (HEI level 5 or 6) in nursing, midwifery, equivalent AHP or pharmacy.
- Postgraduate level study (HEI level 7) or demonstrable post graduate level working evidenced via a continuous professional development portfolio
- Relevant specialist post basic programme to Master's Level or equivalent
- HEI level 7 Diploma in Advanced Clinical Practice or above
Other
Essential
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).
