NHS

Advanced Clinical Practitioner - Ambulatory Care Unit


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Pay55,690.00 - 62,682.00 / year
LocationManchester/England
Employment typeFull-Time
  • Job Description

      Req#: C9349-25-3870?language=en&page=227&sort=publicationDateDesc

      Job summary

      The Directorate of Urgent Care is looking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated and dynamic Advanced Clinical Practitioner with an MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice, and Non Medical prescribing qualification to join our established and rapidly expanding team on Medical Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC).

      The SDEC model aims to reduce unnecessary admissions, ensuring patients are cared for in the right place at the right time., working across a 7 day service. Providing SDEC in a planned way enhances patient flow, improves performance, reduces length of stay and reduces risk of hospital harm. With a focus on admission avoidance, keeping people in their own homes, with supported discharge, expedited investigations in the management of acute illness. This allows the Trust to allocate resources effectively.

      At North Manchester we strongly believe in the role of the Advanced Clinical Practitioner. With protected non-clinical time, we actively strive to provide an environment that will develop you as an autonomous practitioner, gaining the clinical skills essential for the role and working within the four pillars of advanced practice.

      Main duties of the job

      You will be supported by a diverse team of Acute Medical Doctors, ACP's, Nursing team with senior Medical Consultant oversight, autonomously assessing, investigating and managing same day emergency medical patients. The role also involves coordination of the unit, receiving referrals from ED, GP's, other ward/clinic areas and appropriately advising/scheduling the correct clinical area. There will be opportunity to develop own personal skillset, procedural, management, teaching and involvement in pathway/service development. There is potential to expand into other areas of practice.

      This truly is an exciting time to join North Manchester. A once in a generation opportunity will see our hospital rebuilt and the creation of a health village within our grounds. This is a real opportunity to become involved with these changes and be part of the new future of the site. You'll thrive in our open, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone matters, and is respected for who they are.

      About us

      Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time

      Details

      Date posted

      19 November 2025

      Pay scheme

      Agenda for change

      Band

      Band 8a

      Salary

      £55,690 to £62,682 a year per annum, pro rata

      Contract

      Permanent

      Working pattern

      Full-time

      Reference number

      349-NMGH-7566495-RL4

      Job locations

      North Manchester General Hospital

      Delaunays Rd

      , Crumpsall

      M8 5RB


      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your applicationHere at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your applicationHere at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

      Person Specification

      Qualifications

      Essential

      • Relevant professional qualification
      • MSc Advanced Practice
      • Non-Medical Perscriber

      Desirable

      • Educated to Masters Level in Advanced Practice
      • Recent publication/audit
      • ALS

      Experience

      Essential

      • Evidence of proactive involvement in the mentorship and development of clinical practice
      • Excellent clinical reasoning/clinical decisionmaking skills; including the ability to interpret diagnostic tests
      • Evidence of extensive expert and evidence based professional/clinical knowledge within specialty supplemented by specialist clinical training and Continued Professional Development
      • Evidence of development of programs of care, protocols, clinical audit and evidence of leading policy and practice change
      Person Specification

      Qualifications

      Essential

      • Relevant professional qualification
      • MSc Advanced Practice
      • Non-Medical Perscriber

      Desirable

      • Educated to Masters Level in Advanced Practice
      • Recent publication/audit
      • ALS

      Experience

      Essential

      • Evidence of proactive involvement in the mentorship and development of clinical practice
      • Excellent clinical reasoning/clinical decisionmaking skills; including the ability to interpret diagnostic tests
      • Evidence of extensive expert and evidence based professional/clinical knowledge within specialty supplemented by specialist clinical training and Continued Professional Development
      • Evidence of development of programs of care, protocols, clinical audit and evidence of leading policy and practice change

      Disclosure and Barring Service Check

      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.

      Certificate of Sponsorship

      Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

      From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

      UK Registration

      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

      Additional information

      Disclosure and Barring Service Check

      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.

      Certificate of Sponsorship

      Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

      From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

      UK Registration

      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

      Employer details

      Employer name

      Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

      Address

      North Manchester General Hospital

      Delaunays Rd

      , Crumpsall

      M8 5RB


      Employer's website

      https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)

      Employer details

      Employer name

      Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

      Address

      North Manchester General Hospital

      Delaunays Rd

      , Crumpsall

      M8 5RB


      Employer's website

      https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)

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