Job summary
The Surgical Clinical Practitioner [CP] will work as an integral member of the multi-professional workforce. The post holder will take a lead role in the clinical assessment and treatment of surgical in-patients within the Trust.The Surgical CP will form part of the ward round team, responsible for reviewing/ assessing patients, who will be a mix of acutely unwell and elective pathway and for their ongoing management of inter-hospital care. The CP will be required at times to work autonomously and aid in determining clinical diagnosis and treatment plans, working closely with senior medical and nursing staff. This may eventually progress to involvement in reviewing patients in clinic.
They will provide early escalation to the Senior Surgical Registrar or Consultant and where necessary refer to Critical Care Outreach and/ or Critical Care for ongoing management. They will be required to work collaboratively with all multi-disciplinary members of the surgical team, with potential need for future weekend and on call/ nightshift working once the team expands.
This role is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, as defined by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). We welcome applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Sponsorship will be offered subject to meeting UKVI eligibility criteria.
Main duties of the job
- Identify and review current information available to determine and plan patient management process.
- Undertake assessment in line with evidence based practice and policies e.g. taking case history, examinations, requesting diagnostic investigations.
- Review and interpret all information available utilising a systematic process of reasoning to make a differential diagnosis.
- Develop and record a treatment plan consistent with the outcome of the assessment and most probable diagnosis.
- According to current legislation undertake independent prescribing.
- Discuss sensitive information with patients and families and manage their behaviour accordingly.
- Refer to other practitioners as and when necessary.
About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.
Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- First level Registered Nurse/ Allied Health Professional
- Surgical Experience
- Evidence of appropriate postgraduate education at Masters level or equivalent e.g. Advanced Health Assessment OSCE.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Evidence of clinical and teaching experience at departmental level and can provide extensive clinical advice and support to nursing and medical staff.
- Extensive post registration experience, including experience of working in a Surgical environment.
- Significant experience of productive multi and inter-disciplinary working.
- Evidence of commitment to on-going professional development.
- Ability to communicate effectively under demanding/complex circumstances, for example with patients and families, colleagues.
Desirable
- Ability to undertake clinical audit and recommend change to practice if appropriate
- Ability to maximise use of IT in the role.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
- Physical assessment and history taking skills/ability to interpret clinical findings and develop an appropriate management plan, independently.
Desirable
- Skills in cannulation, venepuncture, blood culture and blood gas sampling.
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- First level Registered Nurse/ Allied Health Professional
- Surgical Experience
- Evidence of appropriate postgraduate education at Masters level or equivalent e.g. Advanced Health Assessment OSCE.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Evidence of clinical and teaching experience at departmental level and can provide extensive clinical advice and support to nursing and medical staff.
- Extensive post registration experience, including experience of working in a Surgical environment.
- Significant experience of productive multi and inter-disciplinary working.
- Evidence of commitment to on-going professional development.
- Ability to communicate effectively under demanding/complex circumstances, for example with patients and families, colleagues.
Desirable
- Ability to undertake clinical audit and recommend change to practice if appropriate
- Ability to maximise use of IT in the role.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
- Physical assessment and history taking skills/ability to interpret clinical findings and develop an appropriate management plan, independently.
Desirable
- Skills in cannulation, venepuncture, blood culture and blood gas sampling.
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).
