Band 8a Advanced Clinical Practitioner (Emergency Care)

Job overview

You will work as an autonomous practitioner within the Emergency Department delivering all aspects of management and care to a wide range of patients with varying needs.   The overriding purpose of the role is to support the provision of the highest quality patient care through personal actions and continuous improvement.

You will be expected to work at both Queen’s and the King Georges site on the Tier 2 rota (ST3/4 level)

This post consists of on average 37.5 hours per week. We offer 27 days of annual leave + bank holidays.

Main duties of the job

To provide high quality clinical assessment and intervention and treatment for a caseload of a variety of patients presenting to the Emergency Department.  To work autonomously at an advanced clinical level in the direct delivery of high quality care, making critical clinical decisions based on thorough clinical assessment and interpretation of diagnostic interventions and delivery of therapeutic interventions. To demonstrate sound clinical decision making and deliver expert care for a wide variety of patients presenting to the Emergency Department with undifferentiated diagnoses  To work within the four pillars of the ‘Multi-professional Framework for Advanced Clinical Practice’ through collaboration with clinical teams to meet the needs of patients; supporting the delivery and development of service, policy and procedures, and ensuring the maintenance of high quality care and clinical excellence. To provide clinical expertise, support and leadership within the ACP, medical, nursing and allied health teams. To support the corporate team in developing and delivering the Trust Advanced Practice strategy and vision.  To contribute to the delivery of training and education within the Emergency Department and maintain own professional development and competence.   To take opportunities to lead or contribute towards research and audit in the pursuit of the continued pathway towards clinical excellence.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role.  Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.

Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.

All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.

Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process, assistance with completion of the application form or if you require any adjustments (for applicants with a disability) please contact Pubudu Chandrasekera, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5110. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.