Acute Care Assistant Practitioner – Hands-on Clinical Support

NHS Highland; Inverness; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Highland in Raigmore Hospital is recruiting for a Band 4 Assistant Practitioner to join the Acute Adult ANP/ACP Service. You will provide clinical and administrative support to Medical and Nursing staff and undertake a range of clinical duties including venepuncture, cannulation and catheterisation.

The role requires recent acute hospital experience, evidence of ongoing learning, and the ability to work independently with supervision.

Qualifications

• SCQF level 7-8 healthcare qualification (HNC/D or PDA Level 8) or equivalent.
• Minimum of three National Qualifications, including English.
• Recent acute hospital experience within the past 2 years and ability to relate this to the Assistant Practitioner role.
• Evidence of completion of Mandatory Induction Standards or equivalent if outside NHS Scotland.

Responsibilities

• Carry out minor clinical procedures such as venepuncture, cannulation and catheterisation.
• Assist with medical procedures and provide support to medical emergencies and cardiac arrest teams.
• Provide clinical and administrative support to Medical and Nursing staff.
• Work out-of-hours, including days, evenings and weekends.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Independence with supervision

Education

SCQF level 7-8 healthcare qualification (HNC/D or PDA Level 8)

Three National Qualifications including English

Job description

NHS Highland in Raigmore Hospital is recruiting for a Band 4 Assistant Practitioner to join the Acute Adult ANP/ACP Service. You will provide clinical and administrative support to Medical and Nursing staff and undertake a range of clinical duties including venepuncture, cannulation and catheterisation.

The role requires recent acute hospital experience, evidence of ongoing learning, and the ability to work independently with supervision.