Job summary
Are you a dynamic, enthusiastic, forward thinking Advanced Clinical Practitioner, with a prescribing qualification, looking for a new venture with a like-minded clinical team? If so, HRH are looking to employ a full-time advanced clinical practitioner who has a passion for high quality, patient-led care and a desire to make a difference.
Benefits:
- Flexible working patterns
- Access to Employee Assistance Program
- Access to the NHS pension
Main duties of the job
To provide a
high-quality, cost-effective service to the patients of the Practice; focusing
on frail and older people, and those with low-level mental health concerns. You will also work with and triage other patients outside of frail and elderly.
You will be
working as part of a multi-disciplinary team which include, GP Partners, GPs,
Advanced Clinical Practitioners, Nurse Practitioners, Paramedic Practitioners,
Clinical Pharmacists, Physiotherapists, Practice Nurses and Healthcare
Assistants.
You will be
responsible for face to face and telephone consultations with patients
presenting with a wide range of minor illness, urgent and same day requests for
treatment and chronic disease management, providing care for the presenting
patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment
and evaluation of care.
You will need
to demonstrate safe, clinical decision-making and expert care, including
assessment and diagnostic skills. You will need to prioritise and triage the
needs of patients accordingly making any necessary referrals for investigations
in the appropriate manner.
A large
percentage of the role will be involved the care of frail and elderly patients
including the responsibility of patients within care and nursing homes. This will include weekly ward rounds.
Part
of your responsibilities will include visiting patients in their home to assess
their medical condition and frailty review. You may also be involved in triage
of patients.
About us
Hastings & Rother Healthcare was formed in 2021 and consists of three GP practices within Hastings and St Leonards. We are an organisation that is rapidly growing and we currently cover the largest patient population in Hastings & St Leonards.
Joining our team means becoming part of a dedicated group of healthcare professionals who share a common vision and values. By putting our patients first and delivering high-quality care, you will contribute to our mission of improving the health and lives of the communities we serve. In return, we can offer excellent remuneration, career development and a supportive clinical working environment.
HRH
monitor the use of AI during the recruitment process. If it is apparent that
you have used AI to complete the application, you may be asked about this prior
to shortlisting in order to determine if your application should progress.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide a high-quality, cost-effective service to the patients of the Practice; focusing on frail and older people, and those with low-level mental health concerns. You will be working as part of a multi-disciplinary team which include, GP Partners, GPs, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, Nurse Practitioners, Paramedic Practitioners, Clinical Pharmacists, Physiotherapists, Practice Nurses and Healthcare Assistants. You will be responsible for face to face and telephone consultations with patients presenting with a wide range of minor illness, urgent and same day requests for treatment and chronic disease management, providing care for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. You will need to demonstrate safe, clinical decision-making and expert care, including assessment and diagnostic skills. You will need to prioritise and triage the needs of patients accordingly making any necessary referrals for investigations in the appropriate manner. A large percentage of the role will be involved the care of frail and elderly patients including the responsibility of patients within care and nursing homes. This will include weekly ward rounds. Part of your responsibilities will include visiting patients in their home to assess their medical condition and frailty review. You may also be involved in triage of patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide a high-quality, cost-effective service to the patients of the Practice; focusing on frail and older people, and those with low-level mental health concerns. You will be working as part of a multi-disciplinary team which include, GP Partners, GPs, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, Nurse Practitioners, Paramedic Practitioners, Clinical Pharmacists, Physiotherapists, Practice Nurses and Healthcare Assistants. You will be responsible for face to face and telephone consultations with patients presenting with a wide range of minor illness, urgent and same day requests for treatment and chronic disease management, providing care for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. You will need to demonstrate safe, clinical decision-making and expert care, including assessment and diagnostic skills. You will need to prioritise and triage the needs of patients accordingly making any necessary referrals for investigations in the appropriate manner. A large percentage of the role will be involved the care of frail and elderly patients including the responsibility of patients within care and nursing homes. This will include weekly ward rounds. Part of your responsibilities will include visiting patients in their home to assess their medical condition and frailty review. You may also be involved in triage of patients.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with frail and older patients
- Experience of providing specialised advice in relation to care
- Two+ years proven record of working as an ACP dealing with patients presenting with a wide range of medical issues
- Experience of dealing with patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed conditions
Desirable
- Previous Experience in General Practice
Qualifications
Essential
- Full and unrestricted NMC (UK) or HCPC registration
- RGN (degree or equivalent)
- Prescribing Qualification
- Qualification in Physical Assessment skills and Frailty
Desirable
- A qualification in Frailty Care
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Evidence of clinical knowledge in caring for patients in relevant specialism
- In-depth knowledge of recent NHS legislation, recommendations for specialist area.
Desirable
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with frail and older patients
- Experience of providing specialised advice in relation to care
- Two+ years proven record of working as an ACP dealing with patients presenting with a wide range of medical issues
- Experience of dealing with patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed conditions
Desirable
- Previous Experience in General Practice
Qualifications
Essential
- Full and unrestricted NMC (UK) or HCPC registration
- RGN (degree or equivalent)
- Prescribing Qualification
- Qualification in Physical Assessment skills and Frailty
Desirable
- A qualification in Frailty Care
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Evidence of clinical knowledge in caring for patients in relevant specialism
- In-depth knowledge of recent NHS legislation, recommendations for specialist area.
Desirable
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).
Additional information
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).
