Job summary
We are seeking an experienced Advanced
Practitioner to join our busy team. You will work autonomously to assess, diagnose,
and manage patients across a range of conditions, including acute, chronic, and
urgent presentations. This role combines clinical expertise with leadership,
education, and service development responsibilities.
Main duties of the job
Conduct comprehensive patient
assessments and develop management plans.
Prescribe medications
independently (NMP qualification required).
Provide leadership and
mentorship to clinical staff.
Contribute to quality
improvement, audits, and service innovation.
Support education and training
within the PCN.
Collaborate with
multidisciplinary teams and external agencies.
About us
The Devizes PCN is a forward-thinking,
patient-centred collaboration of four practices, serving a diverse rural
community. Our multidisciplinary team includes GPs, ACPs, PAs, nurses,
pharmacists, and community connectors. We pride ourselves on delivering
high-quality, holistic care and supporting professional development. We are an
NHSE approved training organisation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide advanced clinical care,
leadership, and education within the primary care setting, ensuring safe,
effective, and evidence-based practice.
Autonomous assessment,
diagnosis, treatment, and referral.
Prescribing within scope of
practice.
Manage acute and chronic
conditions, urgent care, and preventive health.
Act as a clinical role model.
Support recruitment, induction,
and appraisal processes.
Deliver training sessions and
mentorship.
Promote continuous learning and
development.
Lead audits and service
evaluations.
Ensure compliance with clinical
governance standards.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide advanced clinical care,
leadership, and education within the primary care setting, ensuring safe,
effective, and evidence-based practice.
Autonomous assessment,
diagnosis, treatment, and referral.
Prescribing within scope of
practice.
Manage acute and chronic
conditions, urgent care, and preventive health.
Act as a clinical role model.
Support recruitment, induction,
and appraisal processes.
Deliver training sessions and
mentorship.
Promote continuous learning and
development.
Lead audits and service
evaluations.
Ensure compliance with clinical
governance standards.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Advanced clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team
Desirable
- Research and audit skills
- IT systems proficiency (SystmOne)
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Professional, adaptable, patient-centred
Desirable
- Innovative and proactive approach
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in primary care
- Evidence of autonomous clinical decision-making
Desirable
- Chronic disease management experience
- Service development experience
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered healthcare professional (NMC/HCPC)
- Masters level qualification in Advanced Practice
- Independent Prescriber status
- NHSE Centre for Advancing Practice - Digital Badge (or working towards it)
Desirable
- Teaching/mentorship qualification
- Leadership training
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Advanced clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team
Desirable
- Research and audit skills
- IT systems proficiency (SystmOne)
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Professional, adaptable, patient-centred
Desirable
- Innovative and proactive approach
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in primary care
- Evidence of autonomous clinical decision-making
Desirable
- Chronic disease management experience
- Service development experience
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered healthcare professional (NMC/HCPC)
- Masters level qualification in Advanced Practice
- Independent Prescriber status
- NHSE Centre for Advancing Practice - Digital Badge (or working towards it)
Desirable
- Teaching/mentorship qualification
- Leadership training
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).