We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) to join our team on a fixed-term maternity cover basis. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-quality, patient-centred care within a dynamic and supportive multidisciplinary team.
The successful candidate will work autonomously at an advanced level of practice, providing expert clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients within the specialty/service area.
This is a reimbursable ARRS role, offering the opportunity to work at the top of your license in a supportive, forward-thinking practice.
As an ACP, you’ll deliver high-quality, evidence-based care through triage, face-to-face and remote consultations, and clinical leadership. You’ll manage a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, contribute to service development, and support the delivery of national frameworks including Network DES and QOF.
The ACP role encompasses the four pillars of advanced practice clinical expertise, leadership and management, education, and research and supports the delivery of national and local service requirements, including the Network DES and Quality Improvement frameworks.
Parkway Medical Centre is a forward-thinking, patient- and family-friendly practice serving Coulby Newham and the surrounding areas. With a growing list of over 9,600 patients, we provide a wide range of high-quality healthcare services in a supportive and progressive environment.
We work closely with our PCN, offering access to FCPs, Dietitians, a Mental Health Team, Social Prescribers, and a Care Home Team. Our in-house team includes five GP Partners, a Clinical Pharmacist Partner, a Lead ACP, three Nurses, a Nurse Associate, a Healthcare Practitioner, and three Salaried GPs, supported by an efficient and friendly admin team.
As a training practice, we host medical, pharmacy, and GP trainees, fostering a strong learning culture and professional development ethos. We operate a modern triage hub model, managed by the triaging GP, GPA, and triage assistants, ensuring safe and effective patient access. Our patients value the care we provide, reflected in our 4.6-star Google rating. At Parkway Medical Centre, we strive for excellence through teamwork, innovation, and compassion making this an excellent environment for an ACP who wants to grow and make a real difference in patient care.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care
Act as a first point of contact for patients via triage, face-to-face, telephone, or online consultations.
Independently assess, diagnose, treat, and manage patients with undifferentiated and complex presentations.
Request and interpret diagnostic tests and investigations as appropriate.
Prescribe and review medications in accordance with clinical guidelines and legal frameworks.
Provide personalised, holistic care that promotes self‑management, prevention, and health improvement.
Identify and manage long‑term conditions where appropriate, working closely with the practice nursing and GP teams.
Refer patients to other services and agencies when clinically indicated.
Maintain accurate, contemporaneous records in line with professional and practice standards.
Leadership, Education & Quality
Contribute to service development, clinical governance, and quality improvement initiatives within the practice.
Support the clinical team through supervision, mentoring, and sharing of advanced clinical knowledge.
Participate in audits, reviews, and data collection as required to support DES and QOF delivery.
Keep up to date with national and local policies, guidelines, and clinical best practice.
Maintain professional registration and comply with relevant codes of conduct (NMC, HCPC, or GMC).
Professional Responsibilities
Work within the policies, procedures, and ethos of Parkway Medical Centre.
Promote equality, diversity, and safeguarding in all aspects of practice.
Participate in annual appraisal and ongoing professional development.
Ensure infection control, confidentiality, and data protection standards are upheld at all times.
Contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings and support a culture of collaboration and learning.
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.