About this role
Job summary
A fantastic and exiting opportunity has arisen within Banbury Cross Health Centre for a committed, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join the team.
As a General Practice Advanced Practitioner, you will work as part of a clinical team, with GPs, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Mental Health Practitioners, Practice Nurses, Pharmacists, Physiotherapists and Healthcare Assistants across practices in the PCN. The post holder will provide high-quality, patient-centred care to the patients of Banbury Cross Health Centre; diagnosing and prescribing treatments and medication while working within defined procedures and protocols as laid down by the GPs.
Main duties of the job
Purpose of the Role:
To provide high-quality, patient-centred care as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to the delivery of safe, efficient, and proactive healthcare services. This includes diagnosing and managing acute and chronic conditions, and supporting health promotion and prevention initiatives.
Working as part of the On the day acute care team managing presentations of acute illness with support of the duty GP.
Key Contributions:1. Clinical Excellence:
Deliver safe, effective, and evidence-based care and treatment for a wide range of conditions.
2. Health Promotion and Prevention:
Actively engage with patients to promote healthy lifestyles, and facilitate referrals to community and specialist services
3. Collaborative Teamwork:
Work closely with GPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver integrated care within defined healthcare pathways.
4. Training and Development:
Participate in the structured development program, progressing towards qualifications such as a Level 7 (Masters)
5. Organisational Impact:
Support the Practices administrative workload, and contribute to clinical audits, risk assessments, and service evaluations.
About us
Banbury Cross Health Centre is owned and operated by Principal Medical Limited (PML), which works in partnership with the NHS to deliver primary care services in GP practices and community settings.
Founded in 2004 as a not-for-profit organisation by local GPs, PML was established to enable healthcare professionals to develop and deliver innovative services at scale. Today, 70% of GP practices in Oxfordshire and 22% in Northamptonshire are associated with the Federation.
PML is the largest GP Federation in Oxfordshire and South Northamptonshire, serving nearly 800,000 patients. We believe local providers are best placed to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that meets community needs.
With over 20 years of experience, PML has a strong track record of delivering NHS, ICB and Public Health services. Our work is guided by five core values: being Compassionate, Competent, Courteous, Collaborative and Committed. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.
Job description Job responsibilities Job responsibilities
Purpose of the Role:
To provide high-quality, patient-centred care as part of a multidisciplinary team, contributing to the delivery of safe, efficient, and proactive healthcare services. This includes diagnosing and managing acute and chronic conditions, and supporting health promotion and prevention initiatives.
Working as part of the On the day acute care team managing presentations of acute illness with support of the duty GP.
Key Contributions:1. Clinical Excellence:
Deliver safe, effective, and evidence-based care through autonomous clinical decision-making, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for a wide range of conditions.
Support patients with acute and chronic conditions, creating personalised care and treatment plans that integrate drug and non-drug-based therapies.
2. Health Promotion and Prevention:
Actively engage with patients to promote healthy lifestyles, delivering targeted advice on disease prevention and management.
Facilitate referrals to community and specialist services to ensure patients receive holistic, ongoing care.
3. Collaborative Teamwork:
Work closely with GPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver integrated care within defined healthcare pathways.
Provide enhanced clinical advice to internal stakeholders and external partners, such as the ambulance service and district nurses.
4. Training and Development:
Participate in the structured development program, progressing towards qualifications such as a Level 7 (Masters)
Engage in reflective practice and continuous professional development, attending clinical meetings and contributing to the development of best practices.
5. Organisational Impact:
Support the Practices administrative workload, including handling pathology results and electronic records.
Contribute to clinical audits, risk assessments, and service evaluations, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Ability to work autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team. Proven clinical decision-making skills for both acute and chronic conditions. Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively across organisational boundaries. Previous experience managing minor illness Experience working in primary care or similar settings. Ability to assess and manage paediatric patients. Compassionate and patient-centred approach. Proactive problem solver with excellent time management skills. Resilient under pressure and adaptable to dynamic work environments.
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse with the NMC. Non-Medical Prescriber (V300) L7 Minor illness and/or advanced history taking module Commitment to completing advanced qualifications, including L7 Masters
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 Banbury Cross Health Centre
Address Banbury Cross Health Centre
6 Oxford Road
Banbury
Oxfordshire
OX16 9AD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.banburycrosshealthcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)