Vascular Clinical Practitioner

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Exeter; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Practitioner role in Vascular Surgery. This position offers significant autonomy and requires excellent interpersonal skills and independent decision-making. As a Specialist Practitioner, you will provide high-quality care to patients with vascular conditions, acting as an expert resource for both nursing and medical staff. The role involves developing care programs, conducting independent clinics, and liaising with various healthcare teams. Join a leading healthcare provider committed to inclusivity and professional development, with extensive benefits and support for staff well-being.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Staff discounts

Salary sacrifice schemes

NHS Pension

Cycle-to-work scheme

Comprehensive occupational health services

Flexible working options

Professional development funding

Qualifications

• Experience in independent decision-making roles is essential.
• Expertise in providing high-quality nursing or podiatry care.

Responsibilities

• Develop partnerships with communities and agencies for care programs.
• Provide expert advice and support for patients with vascular conditions.

Skills

Clinical decision-making

Interpersonal skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Podiatrist qualification

Job description

Role Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Practitioner role (Registered Nurse or Podiatrist) in Vascular Surgery. Vascular Surgery is a complex specialty with typically complex and frail patients. We are looking for a motivated individual to take on the role as a Vascular Practitioner. This will be a role with significant autonomy, but will also require excellent inter-personal skills, independent decision making, and the ability to work within the Multidisciplinary team.

About the Role

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities, please click the link below.

More detail about the role

This is a Specialist Practitioner post responsible for aspects of high-quality Specialist Nursing or Podiatry care, mainly outpatient, providing expert advice and support for patients with vascular conditions.

The post holder will act as an expert resource for Nursing and Medical staff, offering advice, support, and education based on clinical evidence. They will liaise with relevant departments, lead clinicians, and other services, including community teams, to ensure coordinated care.

Responsibilities include developing partnerships with communities and agencies, planning and delivering care programs, and service development. Training will be provided at Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital and Torbay Hospital, leading to roles such as conducting independent clinics, presenting at multidisciplinary meetings, liaising with primary and secondary care, discussing palliative and end-of-life care, and health promotion.

The role is evolving, and the successful applicant will adapt their role to their specialization and the unit's needs. Prior experience in independent decision-making roles is essential.

Working Pattern:

37.5 hours per week

Interview Date:

To be confirmed

For further information, please contact:

Cherry Dowthwaite, Clinical Matron, 01392402717, [e-mail]
Mr. Tom Hardy, Lead Vascular Consultant, [e-mail]

Additional Information

We value diversity and are committed to inclusivity. Applications from all backgrounds are encouraged. 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 the vacancy when sufficient applications are received.

About Us

We are the largest employer in Devon, serving over 615,000 people across more than 2,000 square miles, with services extending to Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We provide a wide range of emergency, specialist, and general medical services, and are at the forefront of research and innovation.

Benefits

We support our staff's well-being through flexible working, family-friendly policies, and comprehensive occupational health services. Starting with 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 33 days. Benefits include staff discounts, salary sacrifice schemes, NHS Pension, cycle-to-work scheme, and more. We are committed to supporting your professional development through funding, CPD, and placements.