Job summary We are increasing the number of Advanced Clinical Practitioners within Emergency Medicine, this is an exciting time as we build a strong team of ACPs to lead the way and shape the future. We are keen to hear from all professionals. Ideally candidates would of completed their academic training, but if candidates are close then please reach out. At the Royal Free we strongly believe in the role of ACP's and actively strive to provide an environment that will assist you as an individual with autonomous practice and allow you to continue to develop your clinical and leadership skills. We are looking to expand our team of ACPs across the ED and are looking for practitioners with a nursing, AHP, Paramedic background. The Consultants in our current team have varied sub-specialty interests and are experienced in mentoring through training and supporting with ongoing development. You will be supported through regular clinical supervision, individual learning plans, on-going education and access to a rapidly expanding team of ACP's to provide mentorship and support. There will be the opportunity to do secondments in other specialties. We run a regular teaching programme and there is access to quality improvement training and participation in projects. The post holders will work in the ED and the SDEC. Applicants with a paediatric background will work in the Paeds ED. We would be interested to develop those who have a specialist skill or interest. Main duties of the job Provide the core ACP role which is to assess, diagnose and treat patients with undifferentiated clinical presentations with appropriate supervision in the Emergency Department. Work within the ED doctor rota once deemed competent and completed appropriate competencies and participate in departmental teaching programme. Integrate with the multi-professional team within and outside of the Emergency Department and demonstrate effective multi-disciplinary team working. Participate in and/or lead clinical research which will guide practice developments. Ensure that Clinical Governance standards are fully met with annual involvement in QI/ Audit projects. Develop as a clinical leader and act as a positive role model. Promote and support trainee, new and experienced ACPs as well as others developing or working in advanced and specialist roles to maximise their potential. Contribute to the development of local guidelines and standards. Report to the Head of Nursing and Lead Consultant for the ACP programme acting as an expert team member for the effective delivery of the Advanced / Emergency Care Practitioner service. About us The organisation and the Emergency Department Leadership is keen to grow an Advanced Clinical Practitioner workforce. The ED is extremely busy with the ability to extend your medical knowledge due to be specialist centre for renal and transplant medicine to name a few. We have grown how we deliver emergency care but expanding our Acute SDEC which is managed and delivered by our ED team. The Trust is under new leadership and we are in the process of transitioning, with North Middlesex joining the Royal Free London Foundation NHS Trust. New challenges ahead. As we move out of winter and the recent NHS England target to achieve 76% in the 4 hour performance indicator for March 2024, we hope you are up for growing with us and being part of a team willing to champion transformation. Date posted 21 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £61,927 to £68,676 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 391-RFL-6704238-B Job locations Royal Free Hospital Pond Street London NW3 2QG Job description Job responsibilities Please see the JD and Personal Specification for detailed information. These are attached to review at your leisure. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the JD and Personal Specification for detailed information. These are attached to review at your leisure. Person Specification Royal Free World Class Values Essential Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Education & professional Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse/Paramedic - if a Physio has worked in acute/critical areas Masters level approved course Independent prescribing Teaching qualification Desirable ALS/APLS/ETC provider ALS/APLS/ETC instructor Academic specialist course in Emergency Care or other relevant area IRMER training Wound Closure competency Plastering competency Experience Essential Significant Emergency Care / Acute Care / Urgent Care / Critical Care / Pre-Hosptial Care experience at a Band 7 Leadership skills that are capable of supporting and developing service / others I.T. Skills Strategic vision Understanding/application of Research methodology Desirable Experience of working as autonomous practitioner Person Specification Royal Free World Class Values Essential Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Education & professional Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse/Paramedic - if a Physio has worked in acute/critical areas Masters level approved course Independent prescribing Teaching qualification Desirable ALS/APLS/ETC provider ALS/APLS/ETC instructor Academic specialist course in Emergency Care or other relevant area IRMER training Wound Closure competency Plastering competency Experience Essential Significant Emergency Care / Acute Care / Urgent Care / Critical Care / Pre-Hosptial Care experience at a Band 7 Leadership skills that are capable of supporting and developing service / others I.T. Skills Strategic vision Understanding/application of Research methodology Desirable Experience of working as autonomous practitioner 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Free Hospital Pond Street London NW3 2QG Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)