About this role
Job summary Advanced Clinical Practitioner
Join Our Progressive and Supportive Primary Care Team
Caritas Group Practice is seeking an experienced and motivated Advanced Clinical Practitioner to join our friendly, forward-thinking practice serving approximately 8,000 patients across three sites in North Halifax.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team committed to delivering outstanding, patient-centred care. As an Advanced Clinical Practitioner, you will work autonomously within your scope of practice, assessing, diagnosing and managing patients with a wide range of acute and long-term conditions while working collaboratively with GPs and the wider clinical team.
We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive working environment where innovation, teamwork and professional development are actively encouraged. You'll have the opportunity to utilise your advanced clinical skills, contribute to service development and play an integral role in improving patient outcomes.
Whether your background is nursing, paramedic or pharmacy we welcome applicants who are passionate about delivering safe, evidence-based care and who thrive in a collaborative primary care setting.
If you're looking for a rewarding role within a practice that values its people, invests in development and embraces new ways of working, we'd love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will provide expert, autonomous clinical care within a busy and supportive general practice, managing patients with a broad range of acute, urgent and long-term conditions. Working as an integral member of our multidisciplinary team, you will assess, diagnose, treat and, where appropriate, prescribe independently, ensuring patients receive timely, high-quality care.
You will play a key role in improving access to primary care by managing your own clinical workload, making evidence-based decisions and referring patients appropriately when required. In addition to direct patient care, you will contribute to health promotion, preventative care, clinical governance, quality improvement initiatives and service development.
Working closely with GPs, Practice Nurses, Clinical Pharmacists, First Contact Practitioners and other healthcare professionals, you will help deliver safe, effective and person-centred care while supporting the ongoing development of our clinical services.
We are looking for an experienced, compassionate and motivated Advanced Clinical Practitioner who enjoys working both independently and collaboratively and is committed to delivering excellent patient care, continuous learning and service improvement within a forward-thinking primary care team.
About us
Caritas Group Practice is a progressive, patient-centred GP practice serving approximately 8,000 patients across three sites in North Halifax. We are proud to provide high-quality primary care through a dedicated and supportive multidisciplinary team, working collaboratively to achieve the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Our team includes GPs, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, Practice Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, Clinical Pharmacists, First Contact Physiotherapists, Mental Health Practitioners, Social Prescribers and an experienced administrative team. As an active member of the North Halifax Primary Care Network, we work closely with our partners to continually improve services and expand opportunities for both patients and staff.
We are committed to creating a positive and inclusive working environment where everyone feels valued, supported and encouraged to develop. We actively invest in learning and professional development, promote flexible working where possible, and recognise the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
At Caritas Group Practice, you'll join a friendly, welcoming team that embraces innovation, values collaboration and is passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality care to our local community.
Job description Job responsibilities
Job Description
Job TitleAdvanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP)
Reports toPractice Manager and GP Partners
Accountable toGP Partners
Job PurposeThe Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) will provide autonomous, high-quality, patient-centred clinical care within Caritas Group Practice. Working within their scope of practice, the ACP will assess, diagnose, treat and manage patients presenting with undifferentiated and diagnosed conditions, using advanced clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice.
The ACP will work collaboratively with GPs and the wider multidisciplinary team to improve access to primary care, deliver safe and effective clinical services, support quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the ongoing development of the practice.
Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesClinical ResponsibilitiesAssess, examine, investigate, diagnose and manage patients presenting with acute, urgent and long-term conditions.
Independently prescribe medications in accordance with current legislation and best practice (where qualified).
Order, interpret and act upon diagnostic investigations including pathology and imaging.
Formulate appropriate management plans and provide follow-up where required.
Refer patients appropriately to secondary care and community services.
Provide clinical advice, health education and health promotion to patients and carers.
Undertake home visits where appropriate.
Recognise and manage clinical risk, safeguarding concerns and medical emergencies.
Maintain accurate, timely and contemporaneous clinical records using SystmOne.
Work within national and local clinical guidelines and practice protocols.
Service DeliveryManage a defined clinical workload, including same-day, urgent and routine appointments.
Support effective patient flow and improved access to services.
Work collaboratively with GPs, Practice Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, Clinical Pharmacists, First Contact Physiotherapists, Mental Health Practitioners, Social Prescribers and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings where appropriate.
Contribute to service redesign and the implementation of new models of care.
Clinical GovernanceMaintain high standards of clinical practice and professional conduct.
Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement and service evaluation.
Contribute to significant event reviews and clinical governance activities.
Support the implementation of national guidance and local policies.
Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control procedures.
Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with GDPR and information governance requirements.
Leadership and Professional ResponsibilitiesDemonstrate leadership within the clinical team.
Act as a role model for evidence-based practice.
Support and mentor junior colleagues, students and newly appointed staff where appropriate.
Participate in appraisal, mandatory training and continuing professional development.
Maintain registration with the appropriate professional body and comply with revalidation requirements.
Keep up to date with developments in advanced clinical practice and primary care.
CommunicationCommunicate effectively with patients, relatives, carers and colleagues.
Work collaboratively with external healthcare professionals and partner organisations.
Manage sensitive conversations with professionalism, empathy and confidentiality.
Health and SafetyComply with all practice Health and Safety policies.
Report incidents, accidents and near misses in accordance with practice procedures.
Maintain a safe working environment for patients, visitors and colleagues.
Equality, Diversity and InclusionPromote equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of patient care and employment.
Treat all patients and colleagues with dignity, respect and compassion.
Other DutiesParticipate in practice meetings and educational events.
Support the achievement of practice objectives and contractual requirements.
Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role and level of responsibility, consistent with the needs of the practice.
This job description is intended to outline the main duties and responsibilities of the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list, and the post holder may be required to undertake other duties appropriate to the grade of the post following consultation with the Practice Manager and GP Partners.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Current registration with the appropriate professional body (NMC, HCPC or GPhC). Master's degree in Advanced Clinical Practice (or working towards completion with an agreed timeframe). Independent Prescriber qualification. Evidence of advanced clinical assessment and diagnostic skills. Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Desirable
Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification. Teaching, mentorship or clinical supervision qualification. Leadership or management qualification.
Additional Essential
Demonstrates excellent clinical judgement and decision-making skills. Ability to work independently while recognising own limitations and seeking advice when appropriate. Patient-centred approach with excellent interpersonal skills. Commitment to delivering safe, high-quality, evidence-based care. Commitment to continuous professional development and lifelong learning. Strong organisational and time management skills. Flexible approach to service delivery and ability to work across the practice's three sites when required. Understanding of clinical governance, safeguarding, information governance and infection prevention and control. Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Reliable, professional and able to work effectively under pressure.
Desirable
Knowledge of Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and Primary Care Network (PCN) working. Experience leading clinical change or quality improvement initiatives. Ability to support education and development of the wider multidisciplinary team. Full UK driving licence and access to transport (if required for cross-site working).
Experience Essential
Significant post-registration clinical experience. Experience working autonomously within an advanced clinical practice role. Previous experience working in General Practice or Primary Care. Experience assessing, diagnosing and managing patients with undifferentiated and complex presentations. Experience independently prescribing within scope of practice. Experience managing acute and long-term conditions. Experience requesting and interpreting diagnostic investigations. Experience working within a multidisciplinary team. Excellent communication and consultation skills. Experience maintaining accurate electronic clinical records. Ability to prioritise workload and manage clinical risk.
Desirable
Experience using SystmOne. Experience undertaking clinical audit and quality improvement projects. Experience supervising or mentoring healthcare professionals or students. Experience contributing to service development and transformation.
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).
Employer details Employer name Caritas Group Practice
Address Woodside Surgery
Woodside Road
Halifax
West Yorkshire
HX3 6EL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.caritashealth.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)