Job summary
At
Taurus Healthcare, ACPs are senior autonomous clinicians and leaders, delivering
high quality patient care within a fully integrated primary care and
urgent care model. You will play a key role in delivering our vision of accessible,
highquality 24/7 general practice, supporting patients to receive the
right care, in the right place, at the right time.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team
you will be trusted to make complex clinical decisions, manage undifferentiated
presentations, and influence how services are designed and delivered across the
system. ACPs at Taurus are not peripheral to service delivery they are central
to shaping modern general practice, clinical flow and continuity of care.
This role is ideally suited to experienced,
forwardthinking practitioners who want:
Clinical autonomy
and responsibility
Strong
multidisciplinary working within a mature integrated system
Opportunities to
lead, innovate and influence service development
A role that reflects
the full breadth and impact of advanced practice
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Main duties of the job
The
Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) is a senior autonomous clinician who
delivers high-quality, evidence-based care across Taurus Healthcares integrated
primary care and urgent care services, supporting the organisations vision
of accessible, 24/7 general practice.
The
post holder will assess, diagnose, treat and manage patients with
undifferentiated, acute and complex conditions, while contributing to service
development, clinical leadership, education and quality improvement across the
system.
The
role requires capability and competence across the four pillars of advanced
practice (clinical practice, leadership and management, education, and
research), underpinned by a full masters degree.
About us
Taurus Healthcare was established in 2012, as the provider arm of the GP Federation serving 185,000 patients in Herefordshire. Founded and owned by the partners of the entire Herefordshire Primary Care community, Taurus is focused on providing excellent out of hospital services for patients. Our ethos is to provide high quality and cost-effective health outcomes that are delivered as close as possible to the patients home, whilst ensuring that patients who do require in hospital services are seen as quickly and effectively as possible.
At Taurus Healthcare we strive to create a diverse, inclusive workplace, and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds including those from Military Veterans and family members of serving personnel.
Taurus Healthcare offer many employee benefits, such as:
Access to a generous NHS pension scheme with 23.78%
employer contribution.
33 to 38 days annual leave entitlement, including
bank holidays, depending on service (pro rata for part-time staff).
Access to an extensive Employee Benefits
Programme (Vivup) offering:
o
24/7 access to counselling services
o
Salary sacrifice scheme for cars and bikes
o
Access to a wide range of discounts from national
retailers
Access to the Blue Light extensive discount
scheme.
Due to current licence limitations, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must already hold the right to work in the UK.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
1. Clinical Practice
- Practise as an independent and autonomous clinician, managing patients with undifferentiated, acute and chronic conditions across face-to-face, home visiting, remote and digital consultation models
- Undertake comprehensive clinical assessment, diagnosis and management, demonstrating advanced clinical reasoning, risk assessment and safety netting
- Initiate, interpret and act on appropriate investigations and referrals in line with local and national pathways
- Prescribe and manage medications safely and effectively in accordance with national guidance, local formularies and EMIS decision-support tools
- Contribute to flow, continuity and demand management across integrated services, including prevention of unnecessary hospital admissions
- Respond confidently to complex, urgent and emergency presentations, initiating immediate care as required
- Safeguard children, young people and adults, recognising risk, acting within statutory frameworks and escalating concerns appropriately
2. Integrated & Multidisciplinary Working
- Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, paramedics, pharmacists, operational teams and external partners to deliver seamless, patient-centred care
- Support system-wide working by ensuring patients receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time
- Contribute to the development of new models of care that enhance access, quality and patient experience
3. Leadership & Service Development
- Act as a senior clinical decision-maker within the multidisciplinary team
- Provide visible clinical leadership, supporting safe practice, innovation and continuous improvement
- Contribute to service redesign, pathway development and quality assurance activity
- Support the investigation and learning from clinical incidents, audits and significant events
- Promote a positive learning culture, role-modelling professionalism and reflective practice
4. Education, Training & Research
- Maintain and develop advanced clinical and prescribing competence in line with the four pillars of ACP practice
- Support the education, supervision and development of colleagues, including trainees and students
- Contribute to teaching, mentorship and clinical assessment as appropriate
- Apply principles of evidence-based practice, audit and critical appraisal to improve care quality and outcomes
5. Governance, Quality & Information
- Practise in accordance with professional codes, national standards and Taurus Healthcare policies
- Maintain accurate, timely and high-quality clinical records using approved clinical systems
- Uphold information governance, confidentiality and data protection requirements always
- Take responsibility for personal accountability, recognising scope of practice and seeking support when required
6. Professional Responsibilities
- Participate in clinical supervision, appraisal and personal development planning
- Maintain mandatory training and professional registration
- Demonstrate flexibility to support service delivery across evenings, weekends and bank holidays as required
Contribute to a respectful, inclusive and compassionate working environment
*A full Job Description & Person Specification is attached to this advert*
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
1. Clinical Practice
- Practise as an independent and autonomous clinician, managing patients with undifferentiated, acute and chronic conditions across face-to-face, home visiting, remote and digital consultation models
- Undertake comprehensive clinical assessment, diagnosis and management, demonstrating advanced clinical reasoning, risk assessment and safety netting
- Initiate, interpret and act on appropriate investigations and referrals in line with local and national pathways
- Prescribe and manage medications safely and effectively in accordance with national guidance, local formularies and EMIS decision-support tools
- Contribute to flow, continuity and demand management across integrated services, including prevention of unnecessary hospital admissions
- Respond confidently to complex, urgent and emergency presentations, initiating immediate care as required
- Safeguard children, young people and adults, recognising risk, acting within statutory frameworks and escalating concerns appropriately
2. Integrated & Multidisciplinary Working
- Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, paramedics, pharmacists, operational teams and external partners to deliver seamless, patient-centred care
- Support system-wide working by ensuring patients receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time
- Contribute to the development of new models of care that enhance access, quality and patient experience
3. Leadership & Service Development
- Act as a senior clinical decision-maker within the multidisciplinary team
- Provide visible clinical leadership, supporting safe practice, innovation and continuous improvement
- Contribute to service redesign, pathway development and quality assurance activity
- Support the investigation and learning from clinical incidents, audits and significant events
- Promote a positive learning culture, role-modelling professionalism and reflective practice
4. Education, Training & Research
- Maintain and develop advanced clinical and prescribing competence in line with the four pillars of ACP practice
- Support the education, supervision and development of colleagues, including trainees and students
- Contribute to teaching, mentorship and clinical assessment as appropriate
- Apply principles of evidence-based practice, audit and critical appraisal to improve care quality and outcomes
5. Governance, Quality & Information
- Practise in accordance with professional codes, national standards and Taurus Healthcare policies
- Maintain accurate, timely and high-quality clinical records using approved clinical systems
- Uphold information governance, confidentiality and data protection requirements always
- Take responsibility for personal accountability, recognising scope of practice and seeking support when required
6. Professional Responsibilities
- Participate in clinical supervision, appraisal and personal development planning
- Maintain mandatory training and professional registration
- Demonstrate flexibility to support service delivery across evenings, weekends and bank holidays as required
Contribute to a respectful, inclusive and compassionate working environment
*A full Job Description & Person Specification is attached to this advert*
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Experience of working in a multi-professional environment.
- Experience as an Independent Prescriber.
- Experience of working under pressure.
- Experience of telephone (remote) triage.
- Accurate record keeping skills.
- Awareness of own accountability and other aspects of NMC code of conduct for nurses in this role.
- An understanding, acceptance, and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality and working knowledge of Information.
Desirable
- Experience of working in Primary Care in autonomous ACP role.
- Experience of EMIS clinical system and using templates.
- Understanding of Quality Outcomes Framework.
Personal Qualities & Attributes
Essential
- Works a flexible pattern of evenings weekends and bank holidays and covers team annual leave and sickness when applicable.
- Organised, friendly, approachable, polite, compassionate, and empathetic.
- Adaptable and comfortable dealing with changing priorities and a team player.
- Driver with clean licence.
Qualifications
Essential
- RN current NMC registration or Paramedic Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration.
- A demonstrable commitment to professional development.
- Advanced Clinical Practice (ACP) qualification MSc level or equivalent (demonstrated by professional credentialling or professional equivalent)
- Registered Non-Medical Independent Prescriber.
- Safeguarding adult and children Level 3.
- In date CPR training (within 12 months)
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 5 years experience post qualification.
- Experience in managing the care of patients with undifferentiated undiagnosed conditions.
- Works autonomously and collaboratively, recognising when referrals are required.
- Practical experience of completing examination and assessments, care planning, implementing interventions, including secondary care referrals, and evaluation of outcomes.
- Proven ability to recognise and manage risk.
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
- IT skills computer and keyboard literate.
- Good time management and the ability to work under pressure prioritising workload.
- Relay clinical information and maintain accurate, comprehensive consultation records in line with NMC requirements.
Desirable
- Minimum 2 years experience in general practice.
- Managerial experience.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Experience of working in a multi-professional environment.
- Experience as an Independent Prescriber.
- Experience of working under pressure.
- Experience of telephone (remote) triage.
- Accurate record keeping skills.
- Awareness of own accountability and other aspects of NMC code of conduct for nurses in this role.
- An understanding, acceptance, and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality and working knowledge of Information.
Desirable
- Experience of working in Primary Care in autonomous ACP role.
- Experience of EMIS clinical system and using templates.
- Understanding of Quality Outcomes Framework.
Personal Qualities & Attributes
Essential
- Works a flexible pattern of evenings weekends and bank holidays and covers team annual leave and sickness when applicable.
- Organised, friendly, approachable, polite, compassionate, and empathetic.
- Adaptable and comfortable dealing with changing priorities and a team player.
- Driver with clean licence.
Qualifications
Essential
- RN current NMC registration or Paramedic Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration.
- A demonstrable commitment to professional development.
- Advanced Clinical Practice (ACP) qualification MSc level or equivalent (demonstrated by professional credentialling or professional equivalent)
- Registered Non-Medical Independent Prescriber.
- Safeguarding adult and children Level 3.
- In date CPR training (within 12 months)
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 5 years experience post qualification.
- Experience in managing the care of patients with undifferentiated undiagnosed conditions.
- Works autonomously and collaboratively, recognising when referrals are required.
- Practical experience of completing examination and assessments, care planning, implementing interventions, including secondary care referrals, and evaluation of outcomes.
- Proven ability to recognise and manage risk.
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
- IT skills computer and keyboard literate.
- Good time management and the ability to work under pressure prioritising workload.
- Relay clinical information and maintain accurate, comprehensive consultation records in line with NMC requirements.
Desirable
- Minimum 2 years experience in general practice.
- Managerial experience.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
