Advanced Clinical Practitioner (T&O) | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Southampton is offering a position for an Advanced Clinical Practitioner to enhance the Trauma and Orthopaedics service. The role requires a Master's degree in Advanced Clinical Practice and experience in secondary care. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills while delivering high standards of patient care. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on continuous improvement and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree (Level 7) in Advanced Clinical Practice with non-medical prescribing.
• Significant post-qualification experience in a secondary care setting.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the medical management of patients in the Trauma and Orthopaedics team.
• Provide specialist education and support to patients and healthcare professionals.
• Promote quality improvement and participate in research projects.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Decision-making skills

Education

Master’s degree in Advanced Clinical Practice

Job description

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) to join our proactive and dynamic Trauma and Orthopaedics (T&O) team at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust.

We are expanding our ACP workforce to enhance the quality, continuity, and efficiency of care within the T&O service. Our team is dedicated to improving patient outcomes by delivering timely assessments, effective management plans, and safe discharges, reducing emergency department (ED) waiting times and hospital stays, while ensuring an excellent patient experience.

Clinical Practice

• Work as a core member of the medical team, taking responsibility for the medical management of a defined group of patients under the supervision of the responsible Consultant.
• Undertake autonomous patient assessments, formulate management plans, and prescribe within your professional scope of practice.
• Utilise advanced clinical knowledge and expertise in T&O to provide high‑quality, evidence‑based care.
• Work proactively within pathways to reduce ED waiting times, facilitating prompt diagnosis, treatment, and discharge.
• Ensure adherence to agreed clinical care protocols and patient safety standards.

Leadership

• Demonstrate excellence in clinical leadership capabilities, promoting teamwork and a culture of safety and improvement.
• Provide professional and organisational leadership, supporting the ongoing development and strategy of the T&O service.
• Lead on service development, identifying and implementing new initiatives to enhance patient care and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain competency and scope‑of‑practice documentation in line with Trust and national standards.
• Escalate concerns appropriately, advocating for patients and staff where necessary.

Education

• Provide specialist education and support to patients, carers, and healthcare professionals within the multidisciplinary team.
• Act as a Clinical Practice Assessor and mentor for Trainee ACPs, facilitating a supportive and effective learning environment.
• Contribute to departmental teaching sessions and encourage a culture of continuous learning.
• Maintain an up‑to‑date portfolio and personal development plan to support ongoing professional growth.

Research and Service Development

• Promote evidence‑based practice and contribute to the Trust’s clinical governance framework.
• Participate in audit, quality improvement, and research projects to evaluate and enhance service delivery.
• Identify opportunities for further research and innovation within T&O.

What We’re Looking For

• A Master’s degree (Level 7) in Advanced Clinical Practice, including non‑medical prescribing.
• Significant post‑qualification experience in a secondary care setting, ideally within Trauma & Orthopaedics.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision‑making skills.
• The ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• A commitment to delivering high standards of patient care, continuous improvement, and professional development.

We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic, and conscientious practitioner who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and shares our commitment to providing excellent patient‑centred care.

We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

We are committed to creating an anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered.

This advert closes on Thursday 4 Dec 2025.