About this role
Job summary
Are you an experienced and motivated Advanced Clinical Practitioner looking for a rewarding new opportunity within a supportive and forward-thinking GP practice?
We are seeking an enthusiastic ACP to join our friendly team for 37.5 hours per week across 4.5 days. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care within a well-established NHS GP practice rated Good by the CQC serving approximately 7,000 patients.
As an Advanced Clinical Practitioner, you will work autonomously and as an integral part of our clinical team, managing a diverse caseload and contributing to the ongoing development of services. You will work closely with our GPs, nursing team, practice management and administrative staff, providing expert clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and care planning.
What we can offer you:
A welcoming, supportive and experienced team A positive and collaborative working environment Opportunities for professional development A practice committed to staff wellbeing and work-life balance
If you are passionate about delivering outstanding patient care and would like to join a practice where your contribution is truly valued, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
You will need to work collaboratively with the team to meet the needs of the patients whilst demonstrating safe clinical decision making and offering excellent care to our patients.
You will be expected to focus on delivering evidence-based practice to patients with long term conditions and acute illnesses.
As an autonomous practitioner, you will be responsible for the care delivered and will need to demonstrate critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills to deliver expert care, including assessment and diagnosis skills for patients within the practice
You will conduct both face to face and telephone appointments and work dynamically and collaboratively to meet the needs of our patients daily.
In addition to these responsibilities, you will be responsible for adhering to policies and procedures
We actively encourage professional development and training to help you explore your personal development and support the development of the practice.
About us
We are a friendly, patient focused GP practice serving a patient population of around 7000 patients. We are committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate healthcare within a supportive and collaborative environment.
Our experienced multidisciplinary team includes a wide range of administrative and clinical staff, enhanced by additional roles through our Primary Care Network (PCN). Together, we work to provide accessible, patient-centred care and continuously improve the services we offer to our local community.
We operate from a well-maintained, modern practice with ample free parking available for both staff and patients. The practice benefits from strong relationships with local healthcare providers and services, including a pharmacy conveniently located on-site.
We are proud to have achieved a Good rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC), reflecting our commitment to delivering safe, effective and high-quality care.
By joining Sina Health Centre, you will become part of a welcoming and dedicated team where your contribution is valued, professional development is encouraged, and staff wellbeing is a priority.
Job description Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will work as an autonomous practitioner, providing advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment for adults and, where appropriately qualified, children presenting with acute and ongoing health needs.
Key responsibilities will include:
-Delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in line with best practice and national guidelines.
-Undertaking comprehensive clinical assessments, formulating differential diagnoses and developing appropriate management plans.
-Independently managing a varied caseload of patients presenting with acute, chronic and complex conditions.
-Conducting annual reviews for patients with long-term conditions, including discussion of treatment options, lifestyle modifications and self-management strategies.
-Requesting, interpreting and acting upon the results of clinical investigations, including blood tests and other diagnostic procedures.
-Prescribing medication within the scope of professional practice and in accordance with local and national prescribing guidelines.
-Providing health promotion, preventative care and patient education to support positive health outcomes.
-Working collaboratively with GPs, nursing colleagues, PCN staff and the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.
-Maintaining accurate, contemporaneous clinical records and ensuring compliance with professional, clinical governance and safeguarding standards.
-Supporting the development and delivery of practice services to meet the needs of the patient population.
The ideal candidate will be a compassionate, motivated and proactive clinician with excellent communication skills, a strong commitment to patient care, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
- Significant post-registration clinical experience in one or more of the following settings: - General Practice - Walk-in Centre - Urgent Care Centre - Emergency Department - Out of Hours Service - Experience of independently assessing, diagnosing and managing patients presenting with acute and chronic conditions. - Independent Prescriber qualification. - Knowledge of EMIS Web and other primary care digital systems. - Evidence of participation in clinical audit, quality improvement activities and service development. - Up-to-date knowledge of relevant Department of Health, NICE and local clinical guidelines. - Competent in the use of clinical systems, IT applications and evidence-based resources to support clinical decision-making. -Comprehensive understanding of current clinical and safeguarding issues, including: -Adult safeguarding - Child safeguarding -Domestic abuse -Experience of working effectively within a multidisciplinary team. -Excellent communication, consultation and clinical decision-making skills.
Desirable
- Masters degree in advanced clinical Practice (if not already included within ACP qualification). - Relevant clinical qualifications in minor illness, urgent care or long-term condition management. - Teaching, mentorship or supervision qualification. - Qualification in chronic disease management. - Relevant safeguarding training at Level 3 or above.
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 Sina Health Centre
Address 230 Coppice Farm Way
Willenhall
West Midlands
WV12 5XZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.sinahealthcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)