Main area: Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT)
Grade Band: 8a
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref: 320-CDCS-3532
Employer: University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Royal Derby Hospital
Town: Derby
Salary: £53,755 - £60,504 pro rata pa
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 08/04/2025 23:59
Interview date: 22/04/2025
Advanced Clinical Practitioner - OPAT
Band 8a
At the University Hospitals of Derby and Burton (UHDB), we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Advanced Clinical Practitioner to join our well-established Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT) team. This exciting new role will contribute to the invaluable work provided by the team, ensuring patients requiring intravenous and high-risk oral antimicrobials are discharged and managed safely in the community.
The multidisciplinary OPAT team is led by an Infection Diseases Consultant, and you will work closely with the Specialist OPAT Pharmacists and Nurses and broader clinical teams to deliver a safe and effective, patient-centred OPAT service. The OPAT service is well-regarded in the Trust, and this role is pivotal within the team.
You will also have the opportunity to be involved in the trust antimicrobial stewardship program to help reduce the rise in antimicrobial resistance. You will support the team in developing a trust-wide culture that reduces hospital-acquired infection and supports prudent use of antimicrobials.
We have a well-established leadership structure to support ACPs and many opportunities for service development and quality improvement work. If successful, you would be joining an extremely progressive team that continues to develop to meet the needs of our patients.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an ACP who demonstrates that they are highly motivated, patient-focused, and exhibit a passion for clinical practice. A mature and professional attitude is essential, and you must be able to establish and maintain good working relationships.
You will be required to demonstrate the above characteristics along with your level of practice through a portfolio of evidence and will be asked to work a period of observed clinical practice.
You will work closely with clinicians, pharmacy, and nursing colleagues to support the safe discharge and management of patients requiring OPAT.
The main duties involve assessment and management of patients awaiting discharge and those already out in the community receiving OPAT. You will also be involved in the monitoring and follow-up of patients, liaison with referring clinical teams, and maintaining accurate patient records. Furthermore, you will have opportunities to attend a variety of MDT meetings to contribute to the management of patients.
You will be expected to deputise for the OPAT Consultant at times. There will be plenty of opportunities for professional development and involvement in audit/quality improvement work.
Although primarily based at the Royal Derby Hospital, you will also be expected to rotate between the other sites at UHDB as needed.
Working for our organisation
In return, we will offer:
* Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
* On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
* Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB – this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
Minimum Requirements
* Masters degree in Advanced Clinical Practice
* Qualification in Leadership
Knowledge & Skills
* Demonstrates professional maturity
* Personal statement is patient focused
* Indicates independent learning / self-motivated
* Evidence of participation in education
* Evidence of participation in research, audit or QI
* Evidence of leadership
* Experience in antimicrobials and/or OPAT
Experience
* Evidence of wide-ranging clinical experience
* Ability to use research findings to develop services and patient care
* Shows experience in evidence-based practice
* Evidence of involvement in developing policies, procedures or patient information
* Evidence of audit work and implementing performance indicators
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
If we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
Most of our posts are subject to a DBS check; however, having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from obtaining a position. Please be aware that all new employees starting work with us will be charged for the cost of their DBS check, if it is required for their role.
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* the points-based immigration system
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