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Advanced clinical Practitioner
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Advanced clinical practitioners to join our Aberdeenshire Urgent care team. We are seeking exceptional individuals who can join us in our continued journey to deliver excellence in care throughput Aberdeenshire.
The role of the Advanced Clinical Practitioner is a diverse and autonomous clinical role. This role will deliver positive outcomes for patients by providing enhanced clinical assessment and treatment which will meet the needs of patients within the community setting. You will support the medical staff and other health care professionals in the community to provide optimum service delivery. ACP’s work within 2C practices and in collaboration with independent practice to provide a high level of care throughout clusters.
These post provide an exciting opportunity for an experienced registered professional to work within multiple clinical areas, including, GP surgeries, community hospitals and the patients own home.
We are looking for suitably qualified ACP’S to join our team where upon evidence of advancing practice is essential for the role, with a sound understanding of the range of conditions that may require patients to be admitted to hospital or the virtual community ward and recognise and initiate clinical management of the deteriorating patient. Additionally, experience and clinical knowledge base for managing patients in their own home (as part of an MDT team). Applicants should be proactive in expediting the patient journey and developing the role of the Advanced Clinical Practitioner within Aberdeenshire as part of a multidisciplinary team. However consideration may be given to an ACP to undertake a training post at Maters level.
Educational requirements are in adherence with The Advanced Care Academy framework. The completion of this will be mandatory within an agreed time frame.
Hours of work are required to be flexible to meet service needs.
A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.
Interested individuals should contact Hannah.hollis@nhs.scot
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.