Job summary
The post holder will be an autonomous practitioner expected to take an active role in the delivery of advanced assessment, and the management and treatment of patients over 18 years of age patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) .
The role will provide comprehensive healthcare sensitive to the needs of patients with IBD, including advanced clinical assessments, history taking, diagnosis, plan and deliver treatment, prescribe and evaluate. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team and across the GIMS single managed service, the post holder will be responsible for co-ordinating the delivery of urgent health care needs of people with IBD.
The post holder will provide specialised in-reach to the Emergency Department to triage, assess and input as an independent practitioner to patients with an exacerbation of their IBD. The focus will be to prevent unnecessary acute hospital admissions and enable patients to remain safely and supported at home.
The post holder will provide specialist care to inpatients with IBD, assist patients to proactively manage and anticipate their future health needs and develop appropriate plans in conjunction with the Consultant of the Week and the IBD service. It is expected that the post holder will provide IBD care in an outpatient setting to both new and already diagnosed patients.
The post holder will lead in developing, delivering and evaluating high quality patient centred interventions in conjunction with the associated clinical teams.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of the post include, but are not exhaustive:
1. Uses advanced clinical skills and judgement in managing complex and unstable IBD. As an autonomous practitioner assesses, plans, implements and evaluates care for patients.
2. Recognise the early symptoms of disease exacerbation and acute illness based on an understanding of disease, the disease process, and current evidence and practice standards.
3. Assessment of IBD (including unstable or complex disease) through clinical history taking and onward referral to endoscopy, radiology, surgery and other appropriate specialties
4. Assessment of perianal Crohn's disease, including:- requesting of MR pelvis - requesting endoscopy - referring to surgical teams for assessment
Autonomously develops treatment plans and escalates treatment to prevent complications developing. This may include referral for escalation to biologic therapy to the IBD MDT.
About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming one stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Supporting Documents section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided.Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming one stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Supporting Documents section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided.Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Must be willing to un dertake the MSc Ad vanced Practice course Relevant professional health degree
- Evidence of recent CPD
- Independent non-med ical prescriber
- Current registration with NMC
- Hold the IBD Unit course
- Experienced in IBD to a specialist level
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post regis tration experience
- Proven experience of working as an inde pendent practitioner
- Experience of leading, planning and complet ing audit / research.
- Experience of teaching and mentoring of staff across the multi-disci plinary team.
- Evidence of involve ment in the develop ment of protocols and clinical audit
Skills
Essential
- Advanced clinical skills Able to work as an au tonomous practitioner.
- Able to demonstrate care which reflects evi dence based practice.
- Can demonstrate expe rience of acute disease management and crisis care
- Communication skills including presentation skills
- Leadership skills with ability to engage and deliver change through negotiation and part nership working
- Management skills with team building abilities
- IT skills
- Ability to manage com plexity and develop and sustain partnership working with both indi viduals and across or ganisations
- Ability to manage high pressured situations
- Able to prioritise work load, achieving a bal ance between clinical and other aspects of role
Desirable
- Competent in databases and spread sheets
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Must be willing to un dertake the MSc Ad vanced Practice course Relevant professional health degree
- Evidence of recent CPD
- Independent non-med ical prescriber
- Current registration with NMC
- Hold the IBD Unit course
- Experienced in IBD to a specialist level
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post regis tration experience
- Proven experience of working as an inde pendent practitioner
- Experience of leading, planning and complet ing audit / research.
- Experience of teaching and mentoring of staff across the multi-disci plinary team.
- Evidence of involve ment in the develop ment of protocols and clinical audit
Skills
Essential
- Advanced clinical skills Able to work as an au tonomous practitioner.
- Able to demonstrate care which reflects evi dence based practice.
- Can demonstrate expe rience of acute disease management and crisis care
- Communication skills including presentation skills
- Leadership skills with ability to engage and deliver change through negotiation and part nership working
- Management skills with team building abilities
- IT skills
- Ability to manage com plexity and develop and sustain partnership working with both indi viduals and across or ganisations
- Ability to manage high pressured situations
- Able to prioritise work load, achieving a bal ance between clinical and other aspects of role
Desirable
- Competent in databases and spread sheets
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).
