Job summary The post holder will operate within the defined expectations and core capabilities of an Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) as outlined in the following frameworks and guidelines: Multi-professional framework for Advanced Clinical Practice in England (HEE, 2017) Royal College of Surgeons of England & Edinburgh Curriculum Framework (2023) UHS Trust Framework for Advanced Practice Trust SCP Job Description Main duties of the job Theatre and Outpatient Clinics: Time will be divided between operating theatres and outpatient clinics, including managing outpatient wound care within their scope of practice. Specialist Knowledge: Utilise extensive cardiothoracic surgical specialist knowledge at the MSc level. Direct Clinical Support: Provide specialist clinical advice and support and liaise with other members of the multidisciplinary team (MDT). Surgical Skills: Perform surgical skills in the peri-operative environment as first and second assistant. About us At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do. We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex. Date posted 25 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £27.49 an hour per hour Contract Bank Working pattern Flexible working Reference number 279-6620610-OCT24 Job locations Royal Sussex County Hospital Eastern Road Brighton BN2 5EX Job description Job responsibilities Expert Specialist Resource: Act as an expert specialist resource and educator for colleagues, patients, carers, and families to achieve effective patient care and recovery. Collaboration and Improvement: Multidisciplinary Teamwork: Work closely with Consultant Surgeons, Surgical Care Practitioners, the Lead Advanced Clinical Practitioner, and other MDT members. Service Re-appraisal: In conjunction with the Lead Advanced Clinical Practitioner, will be responsible for overseeing and delivering service improvements and audit cycles to optimise delivery of patient care. Key Skills and Attributes: Advanced clinical and surgical knowledge in cardiothoracic surgery. Strong collaboration skills to work effectively within an MDT. Commitment to continuous service improvement and patient care quality. Educational and mentoring capabilities to support the development of colleagues and improve patient outcomes. Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details. Job description Job responsibilities Expert Specialist Resource: Act as an expert specialist resource and educator for colleagues, patients, carers, and families to achieve effective patient care and recovery. Collaboration and Improvement: Multidisciplinary Teamwork: Work closely with Consultant Surgeons, Surgical Care Practitioners, the Lead Advanced Clinical Practitioner, and other MDT members. Service Re-appraisal: In conjunction with the Lead Advanced Clinical Practitioner, will be responsible for overseeing and delivering service improvements and audit cycles to optimise delivery of patient care. Key Skills and Attributes: Advanced clinical and surgical knowledge in cardiothoracic surgery. Strong collaboration skills to work effectively within an MDT. Commitment to continuous service improvement and patient care quality. Educational and mentoring capabilities to support the development of colleagues and improve patient outcomes. Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details. Person Specification Shortlisting Criteria Essential NMC or HCPC registration MSc with surgical credentialing or surgical care practice Significant experience within cardiac surgery Operate as first and second assistant with high level of clinical skills Ability to work well within a team environment Desirable Participated in outpatient clinics Wound care experience Effective time management skills Leadership skills Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Essential Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role) Person Specification Shortlisting Criteria Essential NMC or HCPC registration MSc with surgical credentialing or surgical care practice Significant experience within cardiac surgery Operate as first and second assistant with high level of clinical skills Ability to work well within a team environment Desirable Participated in outpatient clinics Wound care experience Effective time management skills Leadership skills Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Essential Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role) 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 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Address Royal Sussex County Hospital Eastern Road Brighton BN2 5EX Employer's website https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)