GPS Associate - Advanced Clinical Practitioner in London

Location: National (various locations available across the UK)

Directorate: Primary Care (NHS England & the devolved nations)

Reports to: GPS Flexible Workforce Office (FWO)

Job summary.

Are you a highly experienced healthcare professional ready to elevate your career and make a profound impact on patient care? We are seeking exceptional advanced clinical practitioners to join our esteemed team. This role is a cornerstone of our commitment to delivering unparalleled healthcare across the UK. As an advanced clinical practitioner, you will be entrusted with leading and managing complex patient cases, making critical decisions, and driving innovations in clinical practice.

You will operate with a high degree of autonomy, leveraging your advanced clinical skills to assess, diagnose, and treat patients with multifaceted health conditions. This is an opportunity to work at the cutting edge of primary care, influencing care pathways and outcomes while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of experts. Your leadership and clinical acumen will be pivotal in shaping the future of healthcare delivery, ensuring excellence in patient care and contributing to the advancement of primary care services nationwide.

Key responsibilities

• Clinical leadership. Lead comprehensive assessments, diagnostics, and treatment planning for patients with complex and diverse health needs. Utilise advanced clinical skills to manage high-risk cases and make critical clinical decisions autonomously.
• Patient care excellence. Develop and implement advanced care plans tailored to individual patient needs, ensuring high-quality outcomes and patient safety. Provide expert guidance and support to patients, families, and the healthcare team, ensuring holistic and integrated care.
• Innovation and Improvement. Drive improvements in clinical practice through evidence-based approaches, contributing to the development and implementation of new protocols and procedures. Lead or participate in research and quality improvement initiatives to advance primary care practices.
• Team collaboration. Work closely with GPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care and service delivery. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case reviews, and strategic planning sessions to enhance service provision.
• Education and mentoring. Mentor and support junior staff, providing training and guidance to enhance their clinical skills and knowledge. Engage in continuous professional development, staying abreast of advancements in clinical practice and healthcare delivery.
• Compliance and governance. Ensure all clinical activities comply with NHS policies, care quality commission (CQC) standards, and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requirements. Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records, ensuring confidentiality and adherence to regulatory standards.

Person Specification

Qualifications & experience

• Advanced clinical practitioner (ACP) qualification or equivalent.
• Master's degree in advanced clinical practice or related field.
• Registration with an appropriate professional body (e.g., NMC or HCPC).

Skills and competencies.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate diverse audiences.
• Strong analytical skills, capable of interpreting complex data and presenting findings effectively.
• Leadership skills with experience in team management and development.
• Significant post-registration experience in a clinical setting, with proven expertise in managing complex cases.
• Demonstrated leadership and innovation in clinical practice, with a track record of driving quality improvement initiatives.

Knowledge.

• In-depth understanding of advanced clinical practice, including current best practices and emerging trends in primary care.
• Comprehensive knowledge of NHS policies, clinical guidelines, and legal and ethical frameworks governing healthcare delivery.
• Familiarity with public health issues and strategies for managing chronic diseases and high-risk patient populations.
• Awareness of quality improvement methodologies and their application in clinical settings.
• Understanding of GDPR and its implications for patient care and record-keeping.

Personal attributes.

• Strong commitment to patient-centred care and professional integrity.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Passionate about advancing clinical practice and contributing to healthcare innovation.
• Dedication to continuous professional development and lifelong learning.

Make a real difference in the health and well‐being of communities. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. Various work arrangements available to suit your lifestyle. Join a supportive and dynamic team dedicated to high‐quality patient care.

Special requirements.

• Flexible working hours. Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends, to meet patient needs.
• Driving requirements. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle may be necessary for conducting home visits or travelling between practice sites.

Application process.

If you are driven by the challenge of leading advanced clinical practice and excited about shaping the future of healthcare, we invite you to apply by submitting your application through our website to join a forward‐thinking team dedicated to excellence in patient care and clinical innovation. We offer opportunities across various locations nationwide, with options for remote, hybrid, and in‐person work arrangements.