Digital Advanced Clinical Practitioner

Training / Qualifications

• Relevant registration with a professional body (NMC HCPC GPhC)
• Postgraduate diploma (Level 7) or Masters degree in Advanced Clinical Practice or either RCN Credentialling or HEE accreditation
• Valid IR(ME)R certificate valid within the last 3 years
• Independent prescribing qualification.
• Minor illness training qualification (Desirable)

Experience

• Minimum 2 years experience as ACP independently prescribing (post ACP qualification) in Primary Care Setting/general practice within the last 5 years
• Broad autonomous scope of practice developed in a general practice setting as per the Core Capabilities for Advanced Clinical Practice framework
• Broad autonomous scope of practice per the Core Capabilities Framework for Advanced Clinical Practice

Knowledge and Skills

• Up-to-date knowledge of national prescribing policies and guidelines and an understanding of working within the scope of professional practice.
• Knowledge of clinical governance principles as applied to remote working and digital healthcare.(Desirable)
• Proficiency with clinical IT systems (ideally with Jira and Teams/Slack).
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage deadlines
• Commitment to patient-centred care and ongoing professional development.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to proficiently document patient consultations according to organizational policy and national guidelines.
• Ability to recognize individual learning needs and actively seek professional development opportunities in line with local and national frameworks (e.g. NMC revalidation requirements).
• Ability to act as a professional role model demonstrating organizational values and behaviours.
• Skill in sharing knowledge and evidence-based insights to support team development and quality care(Desirable)
• Ability to build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders(Desirable)
• A patient-centred approach ensuring high levels of patient satisfaction and clinical care.

Clinical Responsibilities within the DCA ACP Scope of Practice:

• Assess diagnose and treat:Conduct comprehensive remote patient assessments establish accurate diagnoses and develop appropriate treatment plans remotely.
• Communicate effectively:Build rapport with patients through effective communication demonstrating emotional intelligence and promoting a positive patient experience.
• Prescribe responsibly:Adhere to the Royal Pharmaceutical Societys A Competency Framework for all Prescribers

• Maintain professional standards: Adhere to the NMC/HCPC code of conduct and practice responsibly within scope.
• Understand limits manage risk: Critically evaluate own competence and scope of practice recognizing when complexity and uncertainty require escalation to senior colleagues.
• Maintain thorough documentation:Ensure accurate and timely recording of all consultations within patient health records.

Education and Leadership Responsibilities:

• Engage in ongoing learning:Participate in training professional development clinical meetings and clinical supervision to enhance expertise.
• Facilitate peer development:Contribute to the creation and/or delivery of learning activities for colleagues.
• Prioritize effective workload management:Demonstrate strong time-management skills to balance clinical duties.
• Be a positive role -model:Champion best practices and uphold the organizations professional image.
• Meet professional standards:Fulfil NMC/HCPC revalidation requirements for continued practice.

Research/Clinical Governance Responsibilities:

• Support quality improvement:Actively participate when required in quality assurance initiatives and service development.
• Learn from feedback and incidents:Utilize reporting systems and feedback mechanisms to drive continuous improvement.
• Utilize research for improvement: Critically evaluate research audit and evaluation findings to inform your own practice and guide others.
• Participate in appraisals:Engage in regular reviews and performance appraisals as required by DCA

Safeguarding

• To promote a culture of patient centered and good professional practice relating to the safeguarding of adults young persons and children at risk
• To actively implement safeguarding protocols for children young persons and vulnerable adults and to know who to refer to and how to escalate concerns about radicalisation
• To ensure that provisions in relation to all Mental Health Legislation including the Mental Health Act 2007 Mental Capacity Act 2005) are implemented in accordance with the legislative requirements Codes of Practice requirements and National and Government Guidance

Why you want to work here:

We understand the importance of good health and happiness for our patients and our team is just the same. At our Doctor Care Anywhere youre not just an employee; youre a valued member of our team. We believe in giving you the freedom to supercharge your career with us while feeling completely supported. Heres what you can look forward to when you join us:

Private Medical Insurance: Weve got you covered including Opticians & Dental appointments!

Doctor Care Anywhere subscription: For you and 5 of your family and friends Get ready to enjoy health consultations on the go!

25 Days Holiday Bank Holidays (FTE): Youve earned it! Enjoy time off to recharge explore and make incredible memories.

Birthday Day Off: Go and celebrate however you like!

Buy up to 5 days of additional annual leave (FTE) as part of our focus on health and wellbeing

Company Pension scheme planting a money tree for your future

Charity Days: Join us in giving back to the community! Were all about making a difference together.

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay: Extra support during this special time.

Bike2Work Scheme: We love an eco-friendly commute!

Remote Working: Work where youre comfortable.

Development Opportunities: Get ready to grow learn and make strides in your career!

Plus if youre in a clinical role youll enjoy some extra perks like:

Insurance: For any DCA related work you will be covered with medical indemnity.

Your Hours Your Way: Enjoy flexible hours that work around your other commitments with the ability to split sessions.

Instant Help: Get live support during your shift via instant messaging.

Top-Notch Training: Learn from the best with high-quality training and guidance from experienced clinicians.

Top Marks: Were all about quality and security ISO9001 & ISO27001 accredited.

Doctor Care Anywhere is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its patients and expects all Colleagues to share this commitment. This post is subject to satisfactory DBS and reference checks and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.