Job overview
*INTERNAL POST ONLY*
The post holder is required to deliver an advanced level of clinical practice and be competent to work on tier 2 doctor’s rota within the field of general paediatrics in the Trust.
They will work at this level in their clinical capacity as part of the medical workforce in their specified clinical area. They will act as a role model and mentor their junior colleagues promoting clinical effectiveness in care. The post holder will work closely with all members of the multidisciplinary team and will play an integral role in assisting in the operational/strategic development of the service, promoting and facilitating evidence-based practice, clinical audit and research in conjunction with the Lead ACP for the Trust and Consultant Lead of the service.
The post holder will work as an advanced practitioner on behalf of the responsible Consultant within a defined clinical area, delivering all aspects of management and care to a wide range of patients with varying needs. The higher-level ACP practices in partnership with the multidisciplinary team under working on behalf of the department named Consultant, however their clinical decision making and clinical level of patient management will reflect that of a middle grade doctor, having the clinical ability to work on a medical rota.
Main duties of the job
The higher-level ACP will have a high-level clinical acumen in their clinical area of practice and have met all advanced clinical competencies relevant to their area of practice in line with senior ACP competency document.
They will be able to independently assess, diagnose, and initiate treatment plans and discharge children (with direct/indirect supervision of consultants) with a wide breadth of clinical presentations relevant to their specialized area, which include patients presenting with undiagnosed and diagnosed conditions.
The ACP will practice within their area of clinical competence assessing, accessing diagnostics and interpreting those results to formulate a clinical management plan and senior input as required.
While the overall clinical responsibility for patient care lies with the named Consultant for patient, the higher-level ACP will act on behalf of the Consultant assessing, accessing diagnostics and interpreting findings formulating treatment plans for patients.
The higher-level ACP will be able to act on highly complex facts or situations requiring analysis, interpretation and comparison of a range of options and is able to make clinical judgments, even when conflicting views are present.
Working for your organisation
Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.
If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!
Hospital Transformation Programme (HTP)
As part of our long-term vision to improve patient care and service delivery, our Service will relocate to The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital in 2028. This move will unite specialist services in a purpose-built, modern environment, enhancing care and team experience.
We are actively recruiting and want applicants to be aware that successful candidates will be expected to move with the Service in early 2028. The relocation will follow a formal management of change process, with full consultation and support for colleagues.
Full details of HTP can be viewed on the Hospital Transformation Programme Webpage
