Extended Scope Practitioner

Integrated Care System; Bristol; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Bristol is seeking an experienced Emergency Practitioner, qualified physiotherapist, to work independently in their Minor Injury Unit. This role involves providing patient care, managing shifts, and collaborating with colleagues in a dynamic environment. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years' experience in Emergency Medicine and a passion for delivering compassionate care. Salary ranges from £38,682 to £46,580 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years post-registration experience.
• Interest in specific areas within ED or service development.
• Experience working in ED or urgent care settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear and effective leadership.
• Independently assess, investigate, diagnose, and treat patients.
• Manage shift and resources effectively.
• Participate in audit processes.

Skills

Experience in Emergency Medicine

Flexibility

Leadership skills

Clinical proficiency

Education

Qualified Physiotherapist

Master's degree or working towards one

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Emergency Practitioner who is a physiotherapist, capable of independently assessing, investigating, diagnosing, and treating patients in our Minor Injury Unit.

The role involves working in our Minor Injury Unit within the Emergency Department across 7 days a week. Shift patterns range between 10 and 12 hours, from 08:00 to 23:00.

We are committed to outstanding patient care and aim to attract like-minded individuals to maintain this supportive and enjoyable working environment. Each day offers different, busy, yet engaging experiences. You will work with supportive colleagues, providing efficient and compassionate care to our patients.

Main duties of the job

We seek dynamic, motivated, and clinically proficient candidates with experience in Emergency Medicine, eager for innovation, change, and service improvement. You should be able to operate effectively in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment without compromising standards of care and professionalism. Flexibility, enthusiasm, and a passion for Emergency care and ESP practice are essential.

About us

Our organization prioritizes outstanding patient care and aims to attract individuals who share this commitment. The environment is supportive and lively, with diverse daily activities. You will enjoy collaborating with supportive colleagues and delivering caring, efficient services to our patients.

Job responsibilities

• Provide clear and effective leadership.
• Participate in assessment, planning, and delivery of direct patient care within the Emergency Department, Ambulatory Unit, and Minor Injuries Unit.
• Be fully accountable for shift management.
• Independently assess, investigate, diagnose, and treat patients in specific client groups.
• Manage the see-and-treat environment safely, ensuring practice standards are maintained at all times.
• Collaborate with the Ward Manager and Clinical Matron to deliver high-quality, evidence-based patient care, and foster a flexible workforce through optimal use of resources.
• Promote and uphold high standards of practice within the team, aligned with departmental requirements.
• Provide clinical expertise during shifts and in departmental representation.
• Manage resources effectively within budget constraints.
• Participate actively in audit processes.

Person Specification

Qualification

• Qualified Physiotherapist
• Masters degree or working towards one

Clinical Skills

• Experience working in ED or urgent care settings
• Interest in specific areas within ED or service development

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years post-registration experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This position is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure check will be required to screen for any criminal convictions.

Salary ranges from £38,682 to £46,580 per year (FTE), or pro-rata for part-time roles.