Trainee Rapid Diagnostic Practitioner

Job overview

To provide non-medical led clinical management for patients requiring care across a number of specialities. The role will be an integral part of the multidisciplinary team which comprise senior nurses (site cover), advanced clinical practitioners, doctors in training and medical consultants as well as other traditional health care roles. The trainee Rapid Diagnostic practitioner will work within a defined scope of practice and to agree clinical standards applied within a Trust wide and local setting. The role will be multifactorial and include prescribing and advanced clinical assessment of all systems, diagnostic skills and understanding of investigations. The role will improve the quality of, and access to health care provision and strengthen professional leadership

Main duties of the job

The trainee Rapid Diagnostic Practitioner will be responsible and accountable for their practice and behaviour under the guidance and supervision of the Band 7

• Understand the boundaries of the cancer care coordinator role and act in a way that is consistent with legislation, policies, procedures and acquisition of competencies
• Work under minimal supervision and fulfil service requirements
• To ensure that all patient care is delivered with the highest degree of professionalism
• To present an appearance which gives a positive image of the Trust and act in a manner that inspires confidence and is compliant with the Trust s uniform Policy

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.  Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Certificate of sponsorship

Applications from individuals who require a Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applicants. For further information and to check your eligibility for this post please following the link UK Visas and Immigration - GOV.UK. Please note that from April 9th 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.