Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Advanced Clinical Practitioner to work within the Oncology Service within University Hospital Plymouth for 2 years as a secondment or fixed term contract. We are looking for an Advanced Clinical Practitioner who will have the opportunity to use or transfer their expert skills and proven knowledge to the Oncology team.
The ACP will be expected to work alongside the Oncology team, within out-patients, the ward and the SACT day unit. The ACP will be responsible for independently assessing, diagnosing, and managing the patients through the assessment bay, inpatients or SACT unit, although registrar support is available if needed. They will also be expected to work with the medical team in the assessment of patients for SACT.
The ACP would also be expected to contribute to education, audit and research to enhance patient outcomes and improve patient flow.
'Relocation package may be available'
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Main duties of the job
The ACP will work closely with the Oncology Consultants to provide Specialist Oncological assessment, advice and clinical management for oncology inpatients and patients within the SACT unit. There will be an expectation to run independent clinics to assess oncology patients and suitability for their treatment. The ACP will be able to provide expert advice to our patients who phone through to the telephone triage line, and ensure they receive timely interventions, and deliver the interventions themselves if appropriate via the assessment bay on Brent Ward, as an inpatient or on the SACT unit.
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Utilise advanced clinical reasoning skills and assessment techniques autonomously in the context of Oncology.
- Identify presenting problems and provide a diagnosis.
- Competently plan and implement realistic programmes of investigation and treatment.
- Evaluate investigations and treatment plans to assess impact and outcome.
- Relate findings to presenting pathology and revise treatment plans.
- Demonstrate advanced clinical competence
- Work as an autonomous practitioner within oncology
- Review patients on the SACT day unit.
- Run independent clinics to review SACT patients and make treatment decisions
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Utilise advanced clinical reasoning skills and assessment techniques autonomously in the context of Oncology.
- Identify presenting problems and provide a diagnosis.
- Competently plan and implement realistic programmes of investigation and treatment.
- Evaluate investigations and treatment plans to assess impact and outcome.
- Relate findings to presenting pathology and revise treatment plans.
- Demonstrate advanced clinical competence
- Work as an autonomous practitioner within oncology
- Review patients on the SACT day unit.
- Run independent clinics to review SACT patients and make treatment decisions
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Extensive demonstrable experience within Oncology or ability to apply related proven knowledge to speciality such as Acute medicine or Emergency Dept
- Management ability and leadership demonstrable experience
Desirable
- Significant Oncology / Palliative Care demonstrable experience
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC Registration
- Masters Degree in Advanced Practice or equivalent demonstrable experience
Desirable
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to recognise and analyse complex situations and take appropriate action
- Proven evidence of relevant, recent study and continuing professional development
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Extensive demonstrable experience within Oncology or ability to apply related proven knowledge to speciality such as Acute medicine or Emergency Dept
- Management ability and leadership demonstrable experience
Desirable
- Significant Oncology / Palliative Care demonstrable experience
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC Registration
- Masters Degree in Advanced Practice or equivalent demonstrable experience
Desirable
Aptitude & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to recognise and analyse complex situations and take appropriate action
- Proven evidence of relevant, recent study and continuing professional development
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
