The Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner post sits in the Trust’s Acute Medicine team. It develops advanced assessment, diagnostic and decision-making practice while contributing to care across the acute medical pathway alongside a multidisciplinary team. The three-year programme includes supervised clinical practice and academic study, with cross-site working throughout and a 24/7 rota after progression to the trained ACP role. Applicants need current NMC or HCPC registration; years 1–2 combine 22.5 clinical and 15 non-clinical hours weekly, generally Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00, then year 3 is 37.5 clinical hours.
What the job involves
- Develop advanced assessment, diagnostic and decision-making skills through academic study and supervised clinical practice
- Provide patient-centred care across the acute medical pathway as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Complete the training programme within three years, including internal competencies, academic study and examinations
- Work 22.5 clinical hours and receive 15 non-clinical hours weekly in years 1 and 2, generally Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00; arrangements may change with clinical or academic needs and rotations
- Work 37.5 hours in clinical practice in year 3
- Attend a sign-off appraisal after successful completion of internal competencies and academic requirements to progress to the Band 8a trained ACP role
- Cover a 24/7 rota once in the trained ACP role, according to service requirements
- Work across sites in both the trainee and trained roles
Qualifications
- Demonstrated capacity to study at Master’s level and complete the associated qualification within the required timeframe
Registration & licences
- Current NMC or HCPC registration
Experience
- Extensive post-registration clinical experience in Emergency Acute Medicine at Band 6 or above
Skills & knowledge
- Extensive professional or clinical knowledge in Emergency Medicine, Acute Medicine or Critical Care, supported by specialist training and continuing professional development
- People management and leadership skills
Other
- Cross-site working throughout the trainee and trained roles
- Availability for a 24/7 rota after progression to the trained ACP role
- Sign the financially sponsored employee commitment, including repayment of the Trust’s contributed fees if leaving before completing the development, subject to the stated exception
Nice to have
- Involvement in policy development and changes to clinical practice
What’s offered
- Structured training with academic learning and supervised clinical practice
- Support from senior ACPs, consultants, nurses and allied health professionals
- 15 hours of non-clinical time each week in years 1 and 2
- Trust contribution towards development and training fees
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Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner Acute Medicine in Shrewsbury employer: Bidvane
The Medical Centre is an exceptional employer for General Practitioners, offering a supportive work environment across two sites with a strong focus on patient-centred care. With flexible session options and a commitment to professional development, employees benefit from a collaborative team culture that values continuous learning and quality improvement. Located in a vibrant community, the practice provides unique opportunities to engage with diverse patient needs while enjoying the advantages of NHS pension and comprehensive employment benefits.
