Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Mid & South Essex Non-Surgical Oncology Services as an Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP), leading the development of an innovative digital Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatment (SACT) service.
We are looking for an experienced prescribing pharmacist or nurse who thrives in an autonomous clinical role and has expertise in managing patients undergoing SACT.
This pioneering position will focus on implementing a digitally supported service, integrating electronic Patient Reported Outcome Measures (ePROMS) to assess patient readiness for treatment.
Main duties of the job
The Key Responsibilities for this exciting role include the following:
- You will lead the design and delivery of a groundbreaking ACP-managed digital SACT service, initially focusing on breast cancer patients receiving CDK4/6 inhibitors.
- Provide specialist clinical leadership, ensuring exceptional patient care, safety, and treatment effectiveness.
- Develop and streamline a virtual pathway for oral cancer therapies across all Trust site
- Utilise advanced clinical decision-making and remote patient assessment skills to manage SACT-related side effects and complications.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to service development, quality improvements, and best practices
- Act as a senior clinical resource for patients, families, and healthcare professionals, integrating research and innovation into practice.
This is a unique chance to shape the future of digital oncology care, driving innovation while making a real difference in patient outcomes. Join us and be part of a transformative journey in cancer treatment.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more details on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached job description. We look forward to your application!
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more details on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached job description. We look forward to your application!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional Registration (RGN OR BOPA)
- Diploma or Degree level study (or equivalent)
- Evidence of ongoing professional development in ACP
- Recognised Advanced Clinical Practitioner skills including advanced assessment skills, electing and recommending appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic management.
- Leadership qualification Evidence
- Non-Medical Prescriber
- SACT qualification
Desirable
- Recognised teaching qualification
- Master's degree in Advanced Practice
Experience
Essential
- advanced practice at advanced level for 3-5 years plus post registration experience of at least 8 years
- Evidence of effective interpersonal skills with particular ability to liaise with multidisciplinary team members
- In-depth knowledge proven in cancer oncology SACT
- Examples of advanced communication
Desirable
- Current experience in managing the deteriorating oncology patient, including the safe transfer of patients
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional Registration (RGN OR BOPA)
- Diploma or Degree level study (or equivalent)
- Evidence of ongoing professional development in ACP
- Recognised Advanced Clinical Practitioner skills including advanced assessment skills, electing and recommending appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic management.
- Leadership qualification Evidence
- Non-Medical Prescriber
- SACT qualification
Desirable
- Recognised teaching qualification
- Master's degree in Advanced Practice
Experience
Essential
- advanced practice at advanced level for 3-5 years plus post registration experience of at least 8 years
- Evidence of effective interpersonal skills with particular ability to liaise with multidisciplinary team members
- In-depth knowledge proven in cancer oncology SACT
- Examples of advanced communication
Desirable
- Current experience in managing the deteriorating oncology patient, including the safe transfer of patients
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).
