Job summary We are looking for an Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP; includes Paramedic Practitioners) or an Advance Nurse Practitioner to work at our GP Practice in Ledbury. We are a supportive, friendly and forward thinking general practice team. The suitable candidate will comply with the requirements of ARRS funding; namely:- You must have a Master's Degree relevant to your area of expertise You must be working at Master's level or equivalent that encompasses the four pillars of clinical practice: leadership and management, education and research, with demonstration of core capabilities and area specific clinical competencies for ACP Nurses: you must have either graduated from a Centre for Advancing Practice accredited MSc advanced practice programme, or completed the Centre's ePortfolio (supported) Route We are seeking applicants who are clinically experienced, motivated, enthusiastic, able to work autonomously and safely within the limits of their own competence and enjoy working collaboratively within a team. Main duties of the job The successful applicant will work closely alongside our GPs and another ACP as part of our Duty team to provide on the day high quality clinical assessment, differentiation and formulation of management plans for patients presenting with minor and potentially serious acute conditions in general practice. Assessments will be carried out either by telephone triage and face to face appointments in the surgery or home visits. A non medical prescribing qualification and/or an interest in frailty would be beneficial for this post but is not essential. Support will be provided in house by our lead ACP and GPs. We are looking for up to 36 hours per week, to include Monday, Thursday and Friday. Hours to work are 08.30/09.00 - 18.00/18.30, with a lunch break of 30-60 minutes (unpaid, your choice of duration). Pay is dependent on experience. About us The practice is situated in the beautiful market town of Ledbury at the foot of the Malvern Hills, surrounded by idyllic countryside. Ledbury has excellent transport links and is easily accessible from Hereford, Worcestershire and Gloucestershire. Our patient list size is 13,500 and our practice covers the town of Ledbury itself plus the surrounding villages and hamlets. We are a dynamic five Partner GP Team supported by a diverse multidisciplinary clinical team. Our values are mutual support, high quality patient centred care, innovation, continuous service improvement, compassion and good humour Informal visits to the practice are welcomed. Please contact Catherine Simonini (Practice Manager) on 01531 825933. Date posted 30 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number A4062-25-0000 Job locations Market Street Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 2AQ Job description Job responsibilities The successful applicant will work closely alongside our GPs and another ACP as part of our Duty team to provide on the day high quality clinical assessment, differentiation and formulation of management plans for patients presenting with minor and potentially serious acute conditions in general practice. Assessments will be carried out either by telephone triage and face to face appointments in the surgery or home visits. A non medical prescribing qualification and/or an interest in frailty would be beneficial for this post but is not essential. Support will be provided in house by our lead ACP and GPs. We are looking for up to 36 hours per week, to include Monday, Thursday and Friday. Hours to work are 08.30/09.00 - 18.00/18.30, with a lunch break of 30-60 minutes (unpaid, your choice of duration). Pay is dependent on experience. Job description Job responsibilities The successful applicant will work closely alongside our GPs and another ACP as part of our Duty team to provide on the day high quality clinical assessment, differentiation and formulation of management plans for patients presenting with minor and potentially serious acute conditions in general practice. Assessments will be carried out either by telephone triage and face to face appointments in the surgery or home visits. A non medical prescribing qualification and/or an interest in frailty would be beneficial for this post but is not essential. Support will be provided in house by our lead ACP and GPs. We are looking for up to 36 hours per week, to include Monday, Thursday and Friday. Hours to work are 08.30/09.00 - 18.00/18.30, with a lunch break of 30-60 minutes (unpaid, your choice of duration). Pay is dependent on experience. Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of working in an autonomous role relevant to primary care Experience of working in a multi professional environment Experience of working under pressure Awareness of own accountability and other aspects of professional code of conduct An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality Works autonomously and collaboratively, recognising when referrals are required A demonstrable commitment to professional development Experience of dealing with the public and patients Desirable Experience of EMIS Web clinical system and using templates Interpretation of blood results Knowledge of Quality Outcomes Framework Experience of Microsoft Office applications Experience as a non-medical prescriber Experience of working in frailty Skills Essential Specific Nurse Practitioner or Physicians Associate or Paramedic equivalent clinical skills Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal IT skills computer and keyboard literate Good time management and the ability to work under pressure, prioritising workload Relay clinical information and maintain accurate, comprehensive consultation records Desirable Able to demonstrate enthusiasm for developing skills Ability to respond to urgent situations Ability to work as part of an integrated multi-skilled team Able to work in a changing environment Able to use own initiative Honest, caring and sympathetic Willing and able to work flexible hours as necessary in response to the needs of the practice Car driver with a clean licence Qualifications Essential The suitable candidate will comply with the requirements of ARRS funding; namely:- You must have a Master's Degree relevant to your area of expertise You must be working at Master's level or equivalent that encompasses the four pillars of clinical practice: leadership and management, education and research, with demonstration of core capabilities and area specific clinical competencies for ACP Nurses: you must have either graduated from a Centre for Advancing Practice accredited MSc advanced practice programme, or completed the Centre's ePortfolio (supported) Route Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of working in an autonomous role relevant to primary care Experience of working in a multi professional environment Experience of working under pressure Awareness of own accountability and other aspects of professional code of conduct An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality Works autonomously and collaboratively, recognising when referrals are required A demonstrable commitment to professional development Experience of dealing with the public and patients Desirable Experience of EMIS Web clinical system and using templates Interpretation of blood results Knowledge of Quality Outcomes Framework Experience of Microsoft Office applications Experience as a non-medical prescriber Experience of working in frailty Skills Essential Specific Nurse Practitioner or Physicians Associate or Paramedic equivalent clinical skills Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal IT skills computer and keyboard literate Good time management and the ability to work under pressure, prioritising workload Relay clinical information and maintain accurate, comprehensive consultation records Desirable Able to demonstrate enthusiasm for developing skills Ability to respond to urgent situations Ability to work as part of an integrated multi-skilled team Able to work in a changing environment Able to use own initiative Honest, caring and sympathetic Willing and able to work flexible hours as necessary in response to the needs of the practice Car driver with a clean licence Qualifications Essential The suitable candidate will comply with the requirements of ARRS funding; namely:- You must have a Master's Degree relevant to your area of expertise You must be working at Master's level or equivalent that encompasses the four pillars of clinical practice: leadership and management, education and research, with demonstration of core capabilities and area specific clinical competencies for ACP Nurses: you must have either graduated from a Centre for Advancing Practice accredited MSc advanced practice programme, or completed the Centre's ePortfolio (supported) Route 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. 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. 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 Ledbury Health Partnership Address Market Street Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 2AQ Employer's website https://www.ledburyhealthpartnership.com (Opens in a new tab)