Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP)

NHS; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Huddersfield is looking for an experienced independent prescriber to manage patient consultations and provide essential healthcare services. The role involves assessing patients, making referrals, and working within a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This position offers flexibility in working patterns and a supportive environment for professional development.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of General Practice experience required.
• Must hold current UK professional registration.

Responsibilities

• Manage around 30 patient contacts daily.
• Conduct home visits and ward rounds for care and nursing homes.
• Provide independent prescribing.

Skills

Independent Prescriber

General Practice Experience

Education

Masters in Advanced Clinical Practice

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Job Summary

You will be responsible for managing approximately 30 patient contacts per day through various consultation methods including face-to-face, telephone, and video consultations.

You will be an independent prescriber, up-to-date with current prescribing guidance and NICE guidelines.

You will independently assess, take patient histories, and diagnose a range of ongoing and acute presentations as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Main Duties

• Manage around 30 patient contacts daily.
• Review, action, and file pathology reports fairly.
• Provide independent prescribing.
• Make onward referrals to secondary care.
• Conduct home visits as required.
• Participate in weekly ward rounds in care and nursing homes when needed.

About Us

We are the largest GP practice in Huddersfield, serving approximately 17,200 patients across Fartown, Birkby, Deighton, and surrounding areas.

Our team is experienced and passionate about development. We continually improve our practices to deliver effective services and achieve optimal patient outcomes.

We are supportive, with a strong history of training and developing colleagues whose aspirations align with our practice's goals.

Details

• Date Posted: 08 May 2025
• Pay Scheme: Other
• Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 per year, depending on experience
• Contract: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Full-time or Part-time
• Location: Spaines Road, Fartown, Huddersfield, HD2 2QA

Job Responsibilities

• Independent prescriber
• Onward referrals
• Manage approximately 30 patient contacts daily
• Review pathology reports
• Conduct home visits and ward rounds for care and nursing homes
• Offer a mix of telephone and face-to-face consultations, depending on patient and practice needs, and NHS contractual requirements

Person Specification

Experience (Essential)

• At least 3 years of General Practice experience or equivalent

Qualifications (Essential)

• Masters or equivalent in Advanced Clinical Practice
• Independent Prescriber

Additional Requirements

This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required.

Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. For more information, please visit the NHS Careers website.