Overview
Clinical Practitioner (Clinical Assessment Service)
Join our Clinical Assessment Service (CAS) as a Clinical Practitioner and make a difference from the first call. Use your clinical skills to assess patients by phone and deliver safe, timely care as part of a supportive team. This role offers weekend hours and part-time patterns.
Location: Anstey Frith House, Leicester, LE3 8RN
Working Patterns: Weekend hours only, 15-25 hours per week, shifts covering days, afternoons & evenings.
Salary: £53,770 - £60,721 (Band 8a.0) with 30% evening enhancements and 45% weekend enhancements.
We value diversity and inclusion: We are a forces-friendly organisation and welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, reservists, cadet force adult volunteers, and military spouses/partners. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion.
Responsibilities
* Taking charge of autonomous clinical assessments, treatments, referrals, and providing advice to first-contact patients through direct contact consultations.
* Communicating verbally and non-verbally to establish rapport with patients and caregivers.
* Making confident decisions and communicating them clearly to ensure understanding.
* Recognising and initiating relevant specialist advice where appropriate.
* Maintaining appropriate clinical records in line with current practice guidelines.
* Working effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team in collaboration with other members of the service.
Requirements / Qualifications
* To be registered and practicing with a Professional Body (NMC, HCPC, GPhC).
* Evidence of autonomous practice.
* Experience in telephone triage.
* Level 6 or 7 qualification in the clinical examination module and the minor illness module.
* Motivated and capable of showing passion, positivity, resilience and determination in patient care.
Benefits
* Generous annual leave entitlement: Standard 25 days + 8 bank holidays, increasing with service up to 33 days + 8 bank holidays. Pro Rata/ Per Annum.
* Health Cash Plan: After six months, 24/7 GP access for you and your family, plus a free Level 1 Health Cash Plan covering dental, optical, and therapy costs.
* Access to the DHU Hub: Discounts, well-being resources, health portal, and enhanced Employee Assistance Programme.
* NHS Pension Scheme: Secure future with NHS pension, with recognition of existing service and the ability to bring your existing pension pot and holiday allowance.
* Car Lease Scheme: Salary sacrifice scheme for brand-new hybrid or electric cars.
* Cycle to Work Scheme: Salary-sacrificed bike purchase through Halfords (interest-free).
* Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave and Family Friendly policy.
* Referral Programme: Earn cash rewards for referring colleagues.
* Birthday Leave Guarantee: Optional birthday leave at your discretion.
Application and Equality
We understand that digital applications may not suit everyone. If you need an alternative application format, contact us for assistance. For information about our recruitment process, connect with our Talent Acquisition team.
We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. Please read our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion pledge for more details.
This description reflects the role and its responsibilities as advertised. We are proud to be a forces-friendly organisation.
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