At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide independent healthcare to acute oncology patients and manage their care.
- Company: Join the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, a leading cancer care provider in the UK.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team dedicated to high standards of care.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while advancing your clinical skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in advanced practice and a passion for patient care.
The predicted salary is between 57528 - 64750 £ per year.
Looking for a new challenge? Thrive in a fast-paced work environment? Work well as part of a highly skilled MDT? This post is an exciting opportunity to join the Acute Oncology team in Leeds. Oncology CSU is part of Leeds Cancer Centre; we are one of the largest cancer centres in the UK and provide some of the most up-to-date treatment, care and support for people with cancer in Yorkshire.
The Advanced Practitioner (AP) will use their specialist knowledge and skills to provide healthcare independently to patients in the acute oncology setting. The AP is accountable for the total episode of care for patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed needs. Specifically, this AP will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing and treating acute oncology patients who present to the acute oncology assessment area (J95). A plan will be put in place to either discharge the patient or admit them to our acute oncology ward, and the AP will be involved in their ongoing care post admission as part of the wider medical team caring for this patient.
The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care.
The post holder will act as a role model, delivering advanced practice and promoting clinical effectiveness in care. He / she will be required to work autonomously in delivering independent assessment, clinical examination, diagnosis, clinical decision making and planning of care and treatment, diagnosis, prescribing, health promotion and safe discharge of patients. The post holder will work closely with all members of the multidisciplinary team and will play an integral role in the operational/strategic development of the service. The post holder will promote and facilitate evidence based practice and clinical audit and research within the Trust.
In return for your hard work and dedication we are keen to support development opportunities including management, research and leadership skills. If you are considering a move to a position which will enable you to drive forward and lead high standards of care, please contact us to discuss this exciting opportunity. Informal enquiries are encouraged.
Our Trust values: The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients. We are Responsible, Open and Honest, One Team, Kind.
Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time. Our priorities: People, Improvement and Innovation, Partnerships, Outcomes.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Advanced Clinical Practitioner - Acute Oncology Leeds employer: Meeveem Limited
Meeveem Limited is an exceptional employer that values its employees by fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture in the heart of Yorkshire. With a strong focus on professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills and advance their careers while enjoying competitive benefits and a supportive environment that prioritises work-life balance. Joining Meeveem means being part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the cardiovascular and endovascular sectors.
