Description
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) to join our multidisciplinary primary care team. The successful candidate will provide expert autonomous clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of patients presenting with a wide range of acute, urgent and long-term health conditions.
Working as an independent practitioner within an agreed scope of practice, you will manage patients through face-to-face, telephone and digital consultations, undertake clinical examinations, request and interpret investigations, prescribe appropriately and develop treatment plans to deliver high-quality patient-centred care.
As a key member of the practice team, you will work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes, enhance access to care and support the delivery of safe, effective and responsive services. You will also contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement initiatives and the ongoing development of primary care services.
Main duties of the job
The Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) will provide autonomous, evidence-based clinical care to patients presenting with acute, chronic and complex health needs. Working within an agreed scope of practice, the post holder will undertake comprehensive clinical assessments, formulate differential diagnoses, request and interpret investigations, develop treatment plans and prescribe appropriate medications.
The ACP will deliver high-quality care through face-to-face, telephone and digital consultations, managing same-day demand and supporting the ongoing care of patients with long-term conditions. They will provide clinical advice, facilitate appropriate referrals and ensure patients receive timely access to the most appropriate services.
The post holder will work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, pharmacists and other members of the multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes and service delivery. They will contribute to safeguarding, clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and service development activities, ensuring care is delivered safely and in line with local and national guidance.
Job responsibilities
- Undertake advanced clinical assessment of patients presenting with undifferentiated and undiagnosed conditions.
- Diagnose, treat and manage acute and chronic illnesses within scope of practice.
- Independently prescribe medications and review treatment plans as appropriate.
- Request, interpret and act upon diagnostic investigations.
- Manage same-day urgent care demand, supporting timely access to care.
- Undertake home visits where required.
- Promote health education, preventative healthcare and self-management.
- Deliver care through face-to-face, telephone and digital consultations.
- Develop and implement evidence-based management plans.
- Refer patients appropriately to internal and external services.
- Ensure continuity of care through effective follow-up and monitoring.
- Maintain accurate, comprehensive and contemporaneous clinical records.
- Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, pharmacists and allied health professionals.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case discussions.
- Provide clinical advice and support to colleagues within the practice.
Person Specification
- Substantial post-registration clinical experience.
- Experience working as an Advanced Clinical Practitioner or in an advanced clinical role.
- Experience assessing, diagnosing and managing patients autonomously.
- Experience of independent prescribing.
- Experience managing acute, chronic and complex patient presentations.
- Experience working within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Master's Degree in Advanced Clinical Practice (or equivalent qualification).
- Current registration with NMC, HCPC or other relevant professional body.
- Independent Prescriber qualification.
- Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
Benefits
- Salary: £57,000 to £67,000 a year
- Permanent contract
- Full-time and part-time working patterns available