The Trust is currently under-represented in terms of individuals from BME backgrounds and welcomes applicants from these communities. DCHS is also an LGBT inclusive employer. Selection will be on a basis of merit. The Trust has achieved the status of a Disability Confident Leader and guarantees to invite to assessment applicants who meet the criteria for the job vacancy. To ensure the diversity of the workforce and understand the differing needs of our communities, the Trust is committed to the principles of Positive Action. Be outstanding - join an outstanding team! Job overview We have an exciting vacancy for a band 7 Senior Urgent Care Practitioner with a professional registration of NMC or HCPC. The post holder will be a clinical expert in direct patient care including the assessment, examination, documentation, prescription, implementation and evaluation of care and appropriate discharge of patients including adults and children, presenting with undifferentiated minor injuries and illness. The Senior Urgent Care Practitioner will be expected to engage in Shift Lead duties on a regular basis, to ensure patients are cared for by the right person, in the right place and at the right time. The post holder will support the development of non-medical led models of care across urgent treatment settings in collaboration with multi-professional colleagues. They will play a crucial role in improving patient treatment through timely assessment, referral, responsive intervention, anticipatory care planning and optimal discharge coordination. Main duties of the job To work predominantly clinically, delivering high standards of care and using clinical knowledge and experience to ensure patients are cared for appropriately and in a timely manner. Actively lead and promote the empowerment of all staff to be involved in the planning and development of patient services, by being the lead for learning & development. To support the learning environment in practice and the development of clinical skills. To actively teach all levels of staff, both formally and informally, to skills and knowledge. Promote a culture of clinical leadership within the Urgent Care environment and across the wider health community by setting up clinical supervision, professional meetings, appraisal programmes and develop own personal development plan to ensure skills and knowledge are continuously gained and disseminated across all staffing grades. In the absence of the Manager or Deputy Clinical Lead, have responsibility for an agreed range of duties to ensure a seamless and continuous high-quality service in their absence. To apply clinical skills within the service by undertaking patient assessment and physical examination. Be able to demonstrate expert knowledge and diagnostic skills in line with clinical policies, guidelines and Patient Group Directives or Prescribing legislation. The completion of relevant clinical courses is expected and part of this role based on the UTC Clinical Development Pathway and completion of own competency documents. Working for our organisation Our purpose is to provide community health services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire. We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 11 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes and, increasingly, in people's own homes and via virtual consultations. During the pandemic response we have led the implementation of public vaccination centres in collaboration with partners across health and social care. Detailed job description and main responsibilities PLEASE NOTE: Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account. Person specification Education, Qualifications and Training Essential criteria Professional registration with NMC or HCPC At least one of minor illness or minor injury module at level 6 or 7 Minimum Level 7 Module in physical examination and clinical reasoning Will be required to start level 7 physical assessment module within 12 months of starting in post if not held on recruitment. V300 Non-Medical Prescriber Level 7 Training and experience at advanced level in paediatric clinical assessment. Desirable criteria Teaching Qualification Experience and Knowledge Required Essential criteria Over 4 years post-registration experience Experience of providing clinical leadership Contemporary clinical experience within anacute/urgent care environment or commitment to undertake an agreed capability framework Participating in a multi-professional team Involvement in service quality improvements Mentor, appraiser or clinical supervisor Desirable criteria Experience of working as a Shift Lead within an acute care setting. Practical understanding of primary care and community services Skills and Attributes Essential criteria Ability to triage and prioritise the clinical workload Proficient in Microsoft Office and clinical data systems Excellent communication and interpersonal skills E A Autonomous practitioner Flexibility on shift to cover other Derbyshire UTC bases in case of extenuating circumstances. Manages change effectively Aptitude and Personal Qualities Essential criteria Able to cope with competitive demands in stressful situations Motivated, ambitious, uses initiative Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust (DCHS) is one of the largest providers of specialist community healthcare in England and we currently employ around 4,500 staff. We deliver a variety of services across Derbyshire, caring for nearly 1.8 million patients each year. We deliver patient care through 11 community hospitals, 4 minor injury units, 29 health centres and a learning disability centre. Another key part of our service is out in the community where we care for people in their own homes via therapists, health visitors and district nurses, and promoting public health in the wider community. As a Trust we care for patients of all ages with a special focus on the needs of elderly people and the very young. DCHS has been recognised as a top 10 NHS organisation to work for in the UK by the Health Service Journal and NHS Employers in their Best Places to Work 2015 campaign. The Trust is also the runner-up in the category for the best NHS community trust employer. TWITTER/FACEBOOK - DCHS has its own Social Media accounts for recruitment. Follow us/like us via @dchsjobs Our vision is to see the health of local communities improve through partnership working, putting people at the centre and looking to the future. Our values: 1) To get the basics right - For each other, local people and communities 2) To act with compassion and respect - For each other, local people and communities 3) To make a positive difference - For each other, local people and communities 4) To value and develop teamwork - With our partners and within DCHS 5) To value diversity and inclusivity - Of each other, local people and communities. The majority of our locations offer free parking facilities for staff. We will communicate with you regarding your application via email so please check your email account on a regular basis. If using hotmail, MSN or yahoo email accounts please check your 'junk/spam' mail regularly. If you require any support in completing the application form please do not hesitate to contact the Recruitment Team, 01332 564856, option 1, option 1 or dchst.recruitment@nhs.net and we will be happy to provide assistance. Please note - if we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for our service and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern. Employer certification / accreditation badges