Extended Scope Practitioner (Hand and Wrist Team)

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension

Cycle to work

Salary sacrifice plans

Family friendly policies

Flexible working

Job summary

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Extended Scope Practitioner (Hand and Wrist Team) to deliver autonomous clinics for a Hand & Wrist patient cohort on behalf of Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeons. The post involves initial assessment, investigations, and follow-up within a multidisciplinary team.

Applicants should have post-graduate qualifications in hand and wrist care, substantial experience with neuromusculoskeletal conditions, and strong communication and

Qualifications

• Post-graduate qualifications relevant to hand and wrist care.
• Significant experience managing neuromusculoskeletal conditions.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver autonomous clinics for an agreed Hand & Wrist patient cohort on behalf of Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeons.
• Identify and interpret investigations, list for surgical and therapeutic procedures, and arrange follow-up.

Job description

Extended Scope Practitioner (Hand and Wrist Team)

The postholder will work autonomously with an agreed cohort of Hand & Wrist patients in delivering clinics on behalf of the Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeons, providing initial assessment and diagnosis, identifying and interpreting appropriate investigations, listing for surgical and therapeutic procedures and the follow up of patients. The successful candidate will have significant experience of managing patients with a wide range of neuromusculoskeletal conditions; have post-graduate qualifications relevant to the position and demonstrable, high level clinical reasoning skills. The postholder will be self-motivated, enthusiastic, have excellent communication and leadership skills, and be able to work independently and as part of a Multidisciplinary Team.

Working Pattern: 37.5 Hours Per Week Monday - Friday

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact: Oliver Stone, Consultant Orthopaedic Hand & Wrist Surgeon, [e-mail]

This is a fixed term contract until 30/09/2028. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

• This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications.
• Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills.
• Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
• Looking after you is important to us.
• We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
• If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
• You’ll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
• Salary is not the only financial benefit.
• You’ll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
• You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.