About this role
Job summary
We are looking to recruit an experienced minor injuries qualified Practitioner, someone who is passionate about patient centred care and wanting to enhance your primary care clinical skills.
Working as an Emergency Care Practitioner for Embrace Medical Centre you will be responsible for on the day assessment for both health and clinical needs of our patients. Utilising your clinical skills and clinical judgement to fulfil consultations from start to finish, from diagnosis to treatment regimes, with the ability to refer patients if required.
This role will include face to face consultations.
Main duties of the job
To carry out daily consultations with patients or representative Facilitate a comprehensive patient history during the consultation; if needed physical examinations Use of your expert knowledge and clinical judgement to identify potential diagnosis Decide on and carry out treatment, referring to secondary care within local agreed pathways and protocols as appropriate To prescribe, if suitable, medication treatment regimes in accordance to local formularies and within practice prescribing protocols, with the ability to review guidelines where applicable or request additional information if not available
About us
We are a small but passionate and close knit surgery located in Kesgrave, surrounded by affluent and prosperous areas on the outskirts of Ipswich. Our staff and patients are held with the upmost importance and we strive daily to look after them to the highest possible standard. All staff from clinical to non-clinical are offered a well-balanced workload and have full access to a supportive team both in and out of their specialist area.
Embrace Medical Centre itself is a practice using SystmOne clinical system, with a list size of approximately 6500 patients. We are pleased to announce our connection with the new Wolsey PCN, this new collaboration is between a select number of GP practices within the local area. This venture offers a significant part of our future GP funding.
Our patients are often happy to take responsibility for their own health, however, we offer on the day contact to a wide selection of teams when they feel help is needed. The main access for our patients is via Anima,this has made a great improvement to the access we offer our patients and we are always looking at new technology to aid our patient journey.
Job description Job responsibilities
Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) / Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) Join Our Friendly, Modern and Forward-Thinking Practice
Embrace Medical Centre is a thriving, innovative and patient-focused GP practice committed to delivering exceptional healthcare whilst creating an environment where clinicians can develop, grow and enjoy their work.
We are seeking an enthusiastic Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) or Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) to join our friendly, supportive and highly collaborative multidisciplinary team.
We welcome applications from both full-time and part-time clinicians, with opportunities available from 1 to 5 days per week, offering excellent flexibility to suit your individual circumstances and career aspirations.
Whether you are an experienced practitioner or looking to further develop your career, we offer a welcoming and supportive environment with excellent mentorship, professional development opportunities and the chance to make a genuine difference to the health and wellbeing of our local community.
The RoleAs an ACP or ANP, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across a broad range of clinical presentations. You will assess, diagnose, treat and manage patients presenting with acute illness, urgent care needs and long-term conditions, working both autonomously and collaboratively within our experienced clinical team.
You will have the opportunity to utilise and further develop your advanced clinical skills while working alongside GPs, nurses, pharmacists, care coordinators and other healthcare professionals. We actively encourage innovation, clinical leadership and continuous service improvement, ensuring our patients receive the highest standards of care.
As a teaching and training practice, we are committed to supporting clinicians at all stages of their careers and have a strong track record of helping ACPs, ANPs and other advanced practitioners develop their skills, confidence and areas of specialist interest.
Key ResponsibilitiesIndependently assess, diagnose and manage patients with acute and chronic health conditions.Develop and implement evidence-based management plans.Prescribe safely and effectively within your scope of practice.Deliver health promotion, preventative care and patient education.Manage same-day urgent presentations as well as routine clinical appointments.Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver outstanding patient care.Contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement projects and service development initiatives.Support, mentor and share knowledge with colleagues where appropriate.What We're Looking ForQualified Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) or Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP).Current registration with the appropriate professional body.Excellent clinical assessment, diagnostic and decision-making skills.Strong communication, interpersonal and teamworking abilities.A commitment to delivering safe, effective and compassionate patient care.Independent Prescribing qualification desirable.Experience in Primary Care is will be highly advantageous.What We OfferA friendly, supportive and highly collaborative team culture.A modern, progressive and forward-thinking working environment.Part Time and Full Time Applications Welcome from 15 days per week.Excellent opportunities for career progression, leadership and development of specialist interests.Strong clinical supervision, mentorship and peer support.A teaching and training practice with a commitment to developing future healthcare professionals.A practice culture that values innovation, teamwork, wellbeing and work-life balance.Why Join Embrace Medical Centre?At Embrace Medical Centre, we believe that great patient care starts with great people. We are proud of our reputation as a supportive teaching and training practice that invests in its staff and encourages professional growth.
If you are passionate about delivering outstanding patient care and would like to join a progressive practice where your contribution is genuinely valued, we would love to hear from you.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Details of your past and present professional development are required - using examples where necessary
Desirable
Experience of working within Primary Care or GP Practice Specialism in any long-term condition management is desirable but not essential. Other related experience, areas of expertise and skill sets also desiable but not essential.
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse or Paramedic First Level Nurse or other healthcare professional qualification leading to registration Degree level study or equivalent (evidence required) Ability to work autonomously
Desirable
Independent non-medical prescriber qualifications (evidence required)
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.
Employer details Employer name Embrace Medical Centre
Address Twelve Acre Approach
Kesgrave
Ipswich
Suffolk
IP5 1JF
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.embracemedicalcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)