Knebworth & Marymead Medical Practice

Advanced Care Practitioner (Primary Care)

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Job summary

Are you an experienced and enthusiastic Advanced Care Practitioner looking for an opportunity to thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment?

Knebworth Surgery is seeking a dedicated ACP to join our innovative team, working across two state-of-the-art sites in Knebworth and South Stevenage. This role offers the chance to provide high-quality, patient-centered care to a diverse community, while collaborating with a skilled multidisciplinary team including GPs, nurses, physiotherapists, and a clinical pharmacist. As a member of our successful Primary Care Network and a newly established training practice, you'll be at the forefront of primary care advancements, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and professional development. With our purpose-built facilities, minor surgery services, total triage model, and a friendly, enthusiastic admin team, Knebworth Surgery provides a vibrant and exciting workplace. Join us and play a key role in shaping the future of primary care, making a real difference in the lives of our patients. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional care and eager to grow your career, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

As an Advanced Care Practitioner at Knebworth Surgery, you will be integral to delivering high-quality patient care. Your primary duties will include:

Clinical Duties:
- Conducting full patient assessments, diagnosing, and treating patients across a broad spectrum of conditions. You will have the support of a GP in the triage hub for advice and assistance whenever needed.
- Although not essential, a knowledge of managing frail elderly patients and care home residents is advantageous.
Collaboration and Teamwork:
- Working closely with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals, including 3 other ACPs and 5 GPs, ensuring a collaborative approach to patient care.
- Participating in frailty Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetings and practice teaching sessions to enhance team learning and patient outcomes.
Patient Interaction:
- Interacting with patients daily, providing compassionate and comprehensive care, and ensuring continuity and follow-up as needed.
Professional Development:
- Contributing to our learning organisation by engaging in teaching and mentorship activities, supporting both your colleagues' and your own professional growth.
- Accessing and benefiting from opportunities for external qualifications and continuous education to advance your skills and expertise..

About us

Knebworth Surgery: A Place to Thrive

Knebworth Surgery is a vibrant and forward-thinking GP practice dedicated to providing exceptional care to our diverse patient population across two state-of-the-art sites in Knebworth and South Stevenage.

Our Team

5 General Practitioners
2 Advanced Care Practitioners
4 Nurses
2 Physiotherapists
Clinical Pharmacist
Social Prescriber
An enthusiastic and friendly administrative team

Work Ethic and Atmosphere

Our team operates a total triage model, which ensures efficient patient care and effective workload management. We foster a culture of continuous learning and development, with regular practice teaching sessions and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits of Working with Us

Innovative Practice: Be part of a successful Primary Care Network and a newly established training practice from August.
Professional Development: We are a learning organisation where everyone teaches and learns. We support external qualifications for ACPs and encourage continuous professional development.
Comprehensive Care: Engage in a wide range of services, including in-house minor surgery and multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings focused on frailty and complex care.
Community Impact: Make a real difference in the health and wellbeing of a diverse patient group, including frail elderly patients and care home residents.

Date posted

27 May 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£68,525 to £71,662 a year Based on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share

Reference number

A5191-24-0003

Job locations

St Martins Road

Knebworth

Hertfordshire

SG3 6ER

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities:

Clinically examine and assess patient needs from both a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly through telephone triage or face-to-face consultations.

Assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate interventions/treatments for patients with complex needs. Proactively identify, diagnose, and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition (as appropriate).

Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug- and non-drug-based treatment methods into a comprehensive management plan.

Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice and national and practice protocols, within your scope of practice.

Work with patients to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments. Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication, including medication regimens, side-effects, and interactions.

Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist patients in complex, urgent, or emergency situations, including initiating effective emergency care.

Support patients in adopting health promotion strategies that encourage healthy lifestyles and apply principles of self-care.

Utilise and demonstrate sensitive communication styles to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment.

Quality and Safety:

Deliver a high-quality service that meets the needs of patients.

Recognise and work within your competence and professional code of conduct.

Produce accurate, contemporaneous, and complete records of patient consultations, consistent with legislation, policies, and procedures.

Participate in and adhere to audit processes and quality improvement initiatives.

Prioritise, organise, and manage your own workload to maintain and promote quality care.

Assess the effectiveness of care delivery through self and peer review, benchmarking, and formal evaluation.

Initiate and participate in the maintenance of quality governance systems and processes across the practice and its activities.

Use structured frameworks, such as root-cause analysis, to manage, review, and identify learning from patient complaints, clinical incidents, and near-miss events.

Professional Development:

Engage in continuous professional development and contribute to the training of junior staff and students.

Participate in practice teaching sessions and multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings to enhance team learning and patient outcomes.

Take advantage of opportunities for external qualifications and continuous education to advance your skills and expertise.

Team Collaboration:

Work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team, including 5 GPs, 3 other ACPs, 4 nurses, 2 physiotherapists, a clinical pharmacist, and a social prescriber.

Participate in frailty MDTs and contribute to the overall team dynamic, ensuring effective communication and integrated care delivery.

Knebworth Surgery offers a supportive and dynamic work environment where you can thrive professionally and make a meaningful impact on patient care. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional healthcare and eager to join a dedicated team, we would love to hear from you.