Job overview
The post holder will be required to deliver an advanced level of clinical practice within the Sarcoma service. Working within local and nationally agreed protocols and guidelines, the ACP exercises independent judgement to assess, investigate, diagnose, plan, implementandevaluatetheclinicalcareandmanagement of patientswhich willinclude referring patientsto an appropriate specialist.
The post holder will act as a clinical leader within the Sarcoma service, supporting the provision of clinical expertise that is evidence based. They will play an active part in audit, research and the development of local multidisciplinary guidelines and protocols, incorporating current best evidence in consultation with other healthcare professionalsfor the Department. The post holder will promote the concept of clinical governance and facilitate the implementation of the Trust’s Clinical Strategy in relation to their post and work within agreed Trust/Unit protocols and guidelines.
Interview date is
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be required to deliver an advanced level of clinical practice within the Sarcoma service. Working within local and nationally agreed protocols and guidelines, the ACP exercises independent judgement to assess, investigate, diagnose, plan, implementandevaluatetheclinicalcareandmanagement of patientswhich willinclude referring patientsto an appropriate specialist.
The post holder will act as a clinical leader within the Sarcoma service, supporting the provision of clinical expertise that is evidence based. They will play an active part in audit, research and the development of local multidisciplinary guidelines and protocols, incorporating current best evidence in consultation with other healthcare professionalsfor the Department. The post holder will promote the concept of clinical governance and facilitate the implementation of the Trust’s Clinical Strategy in relation to their post and work within agreed Trust/Unit protocols and guidelines.
Working for our organisation
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are underrepresented within Barts Health at this band.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment
Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria
1. Relevant clinical experience, including specialist skills and training.
2. Experience of running own clinics
3. Experience of running own clinics
Desirable criteria
4. Prescribing and assessment skills
5. Patient and stakeholder engagement.
Skills
Essential criteria
6. Advanced clinical knowledge, clinical reasoning and decision making.
7. Able to work independently and as part of a team.
8. Ability to identify and implement new systems and ways of working and demonstrate their value.
9. Able to provide consultancy skills to nurses and other professionals.
10. Up to date knowledge of policies and strategy.
11. Able to appraise research and audit.
Qualifications
Essential criteria
12. First level degree (HEI level 5 or 6) in nursing, midwifery, equivalent AHP or pharmacy.
13. Postgraduate level study (HEI level 7) or demonstrable post graduate level working evidenced via a continuous professional development portfolio
14. Relevant specialist post basic programme to Master’s Level or equivalent
15. HEI level 7 Diploma in Advanced Clinical Practice or above
Other
Essential criteria
16. Report writing
**Visa Sponsorship Information**
Recent changes to UK immigration policy on the Health and Care Visa and Skilled Worker Visa could mean that this role is not eligible for sponsorship or that you may not meet the eligibility criteria.
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To be eligible for sponsorship, the following conditions must be met:
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18. Salary threshold: The role must meet the minimum salary set by the Home Office. Please note that for roles employed under Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions, the High-Cost Area Supplement (HCAS) is not included when calculating the basic salary for the purposes of sponsorship.
19. Skill level: The role must meet the minimum skill requirement of RQF Level 6 or above (graduate level).
20. English language: Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency at CEFR level B1 or higher.
21. Other criteria: Applicants must meet all other criteria as set out by the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI)