Job summary
Within the Bucks memory clinics, the current dementia diagnosis and treatment pathway is applied for all referrals, irrespective of presenting needs or complexity, and involves a mix of clinicians, delivering a range of functions. The AP role enhances this by offering a pathway to people with non-complex needs, where the assessment, diagnosis and treatment functions continue to be incorporated into one consultation.
This is consistent with the current 'one-stop shop' model'.
The Advanced Practitioner (AP) role builds on and compliments the existing clinical skill mix and assessment / diagnosis / treatment pathway with the addition of a health care professional who can assess, diagnose and treat dementia within one contact. Where the diagnosis is not clear, the role has access to a clear escalation structure.
Main duties of the job
Within the Bucks memory clinics, the current dementia diagnosis and treatment pathway is applied for all referrals, irrespective of presenting needs or complexity, and involves a mix of clinicians, delivering a range offunctions. The AP role enhances this by offering a pathway to people with non-complex needs, where the assessment, diagnosis and treatment functions continue to be incorporated into one consultation. This isconsistent with the current 'one-stop shop' model'.
The AP will be an existing independent prescriber or be prepared to undertake suitably accredited training. They will need to be experienced in titrating mediation and prescribing any alternative medication as part of ongoing treatment options.
The AP will need to successfully complete the Advanced Practice in Dementia Masters Module at Brookes University, or have completed a similar accredited post-graduate course with content that directly evidences competency in the non-medical diagnosis of dementia.
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
- Competitive pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the AP to consolidate their skills, they will undertake a period of preceptorship for at least six months after commencing the AP role. During this time, they will receive structured clinical supervision from an experienced senior clinician with expertise in dementia diagnosis (e.g. Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist, Specialist Psychiatrist or Nurse Specialist), monitoring of caseload management and access to multi-disciplinary support.
The supervisory process will take place within one of the following structured approaches set out below, determined by service need.
- Direct observation of practice by the AP in the AP diagnostic appointment, from an experienced senior clinician with expertise in dementia diagnosis (e.g. Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist, Specialist Psychiatrist or Nurse Specialist).
- Case review and discussion utilising all relevant clinical information for each individual service user assessed by the AP, prior to formal dementia diagnosis by the AP.
At the end of the initial minimum Preceptorship period the allocated supervising senior clinician will agree with the AP and their line-manager the format for on-going structured supervision in relation to their prescribing role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support the AP to consolidate their skills, they will undertake a period of preceptorship for at least six months after commencing the AP role. During this time, they will receive structured clinical supervision from an experienced senior clinician with expertise in dementia diagnosis (e.g. Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist, Specialist Psychiatrist or Nurse Specialist), monitoring of caseload management and access to multi-disciplinary support.
The supervisory process will take place within one of the following structured approaches set out below, determined by service need.
- Direct observation of practice by the AP in the AP diagnostic appointment, from an experienced senior clinician with expertise in dementia diagnosis (e.g. Consultant Old Age Psychiatrist, Specialist Psychiatrist or Nurse Specialist).
- Case review and discussion utilising all relevant clinical information for each individual service user assessed by the AP, prior to formal dementia diagnosis by the AP.
At the end of the initial minimum Preceptorship period the allocated supervising senior clinician will agree with the AP and their line-manager the format for on-going structured supervision in relation to their prescribing role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in Memory Clinic
- Experience of Non-Medical Prescribing
- Experience of delivering diagnosis
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of up to date prescribing guidelines
- Knowledge of dementia
- Knowledge of post diagnostic support
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in Memory Clinic
- Experience of Non-Medical Prescribing
- Experience of delivering diagnosis
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of up to date prescribing guidelines
- Knowledge of dementia
- Knowledge of post diagnostic support
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).
