Advanced Clinical Practitioner: Oncology

The Great Western Hospitals NHS FT; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Swindon is seeking an Advanced Clinical Practitioner for their SACT services. The role requires expertise in oncology and the ability to work autonomously in a high-pressure environment. Candidates should have experience in managing cancer-related complications and demonstrate leadership skills. Join a dedicated team aiming to improve patient outcomes through innovative practices and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in advanced clinical practice.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage complex conditions.
• Leadership and education experience in Oncology.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in clinical practice and professional leadership.
• Manage patients receiving Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT).
• Bridge the gap between acute care and oncology services.

Skills

Advanced clinical judgement

Diagnostic reasoning

Knowledge of oncology treatments

Management of cancer-related complications

Experience in autonomous practice

Job description

As part of a multi - professional team the post holder will work at advanced level clinical practice, operating autonomously and practicing collaboratively whilst demonstrating accountability and self-direction in line with the relevant code of professional conduct.

The post holder will be a clinical leader in their sphere of practice over a predefined period, enabling innovative solutions to the care and experience of practice. The post holder will demonstrate advanced levels of clinical judgement and diagnostic reasoning in order to provide a differential diagnosis.

The post holder will be able to work within a high-pressured environment. The post holder will have knowledge and skills within oncology diseases and treatments, within a specified area, enabling them to undertake advanced practice supported by a clinical supervisor. Additional skills and knowledge will be attained within their specialist area enabling the post holder to manage patients receiving Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT) with a lead role in managing patients experiencing complications of Immuno-Oncology treatments.

We are seeking an Advanced Clinical Practitioner, with demonstrable experience in autonomous practice, to work across our SACT services. The post holder will provide expertise in their area of clinical practice, professional leadership and education in the field of Oncology. You will be joining a forward thinking and dedicated team where patient experience and excellence in care is our priority.

This new role forms part of our development of SACT services, bridging the gap between acute care and oncology services in both the inpatient and outpatient settings. We are inviting applications from Advanced Clinical Practitioners who can demonstrate innovation in practice to improve patient outcomes, with experience of managing cancer-related complications and acute complex conditions.

Our STAR values - Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect - are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives.