Job Summary Local Care Direct is a non-profit Social Enterprise operating 24/7, providing primary and urgent healthcare services across West Yorkshire. We have part-time positions for Qualified Advanced Clinical Practitioners at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary. Hourly Rate : £27.90 in hours & £36.27 out of hours (In hours Monday to Friday 08:00 to 18:00 & Out of hours Monday to Friday 18:00 to 08:00 and all day Saturday Sunday) Location : Local Care Direct, Huddersfield Royal Infirmary, Acre Street, Huddersfield, HD3 3EA Working Pattern : Part-time positions available Shifts Currently Available : Monday weekly 18:15-22:14 Tuesday weekly 18:15-22:14 Thursday weekly 18:15-22:14 Friday weekly 18:15-22:14 Saturday weekly 09:45-16:14 Saturday weekly 16:15-22:14 Sunday weekly 09:45-16:14 Sunday weekly 16:15-22:14 Main Duties of the Job The Advanced Clinical Practitioner will practice independently in various clinical environments, caring for all age ranges and conditions. Responsibilities include assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and discharge of patients with primary/urgent care needs. Provide mentorship and leadership to trainee and peer practitioners as needed. About Us We care about people at Local Care Direct with values of kindness, respect, fairness, and integrity. Established in 2004, we deliver a variety of services including GP out of hours, Urgent Treatment Centres, and bespoke NHS services. Benefits of Working for Local Care Direct Employee Assistance Programme Comprehensive Staff Training Positive Work Environment NHS Pensions NHS Discounts (Blue Light Card) Various Hours Available 24/7 Support Available Health & Wellbeing Group Supportive Teams Annual Staff Awards Job Responsibilities Job Title : Advanced Clinical Practitioner Team : Clinical Base Location : Local Care Direct Sites Accountable To : Director of Clinical Governance and Quality Line Manager : Named Clinical Services Manager Hours of Work : Various (including weekends, evenings, holidays) Staff Group : All Clinical & Dental Triage Nurses DBS Check Level Required : Enhanced with Child/Adult Barring due to care provision Vaccination Requirement Statement Covid19 vaccination recommended, not required. Hepatitis B immunisation offered to new hires. Occupational Health clearance required. Flu jab recommended and offered. Key Principles Clinical Prioritise, assess, treat, and discharge patients with urgent primary healthcare problems Conduct consultations face-to-face, via phone, or home visits Coordinate multi-agency collaboration Work within current prescribing legislation or approved directives Provide professional advice and maintain records Research and Quality Demonstrate evidence-based care and participate in audits Report patient safety incidents and engage in safety management Management Promote integrated working with healthcare professionals Contribute to clinical protocol development and review Professional and Educational Develop skills through education and maintain registration standards Teach and mentor other health professionals Communications & Relationships Ensure clear communication and support the achievement of business plans and objectives within the organization. Patient Care & Safety Focus on high standards of patient care quality and safety, managing risks effectively. Financial Resources Maintain financial policies and achieve best value for money. Confidentiality Adhere to information governance protocols and maintain confidentiality. Infection Prevention and Control Comply with IP&C policies and training for patient safety and infection prevention. Safeguarding Ensure the welfare of children and vulnerable adults is protected. Freedom to Speak Up Encourage speaking up to improve services and work environments. Managing Self Maintain evidence-based practice and professional development. Person Specification Experience Essential Clinical expertise and autonomous practice experience Competence in clinical assessment and management Desirable Mentorship and leadership experience Experience in primary/urgent care Other Requirements Essential Able to pass health assessment Qualifications Essential Relevant degree and advanced practice qualification Independent prescribing qualification Desirable Advanced practice qualifications and NHS credentialing Special Knowledge / Skills Essential Effective communication and accountability in practice Knowledge of health issues and evidence-based practice Desirable Experience of change management and team development Training Essential Continuing professional development evidence Desirable Understanding of training needs related to the role