• Job Description

  Req#: A0118-25-0000?language=en&page=1023&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  Goldington Avenue surgery is seeking an experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP)/ pharmacist/ paramedic who can prescribe and treat minor illness to join our dynamic and friendly healthcare team. The role will play a pivotal role in delivering advanced clinical care to patients across a range of specialties and minor illness. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual with a passion for patient-centred care and clinical excellence.

  You will become a part of a forward-thinking training practice which has significantly evolved during these times of change to enable us to provide excellent patient care, whilst protecting and supporting our valued team.

  This key role will play an important part in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. You will work autonomously within your scope of practice, assessing, diagnosing, and managing patients with acute and chronic conditions.

  Salary: Dependant on experience

  Hours: Minimum 3 days per week.

  Main duties of the job

  The main responsibilities of the role include

  • Deliver a high standard of patient care, using advanced autonomous clinical skills, and a broad and in-depth theoretical knowledge base.
  • Assess, diagnose and treat patients conditions, initiating direct referrals as appropriate.
  • Manage acute illnesses, long-term conditions, and minor ailments.
  • As an independent prescriber: prescribe safe, effective and appropriate medication as defined by current legislative framework (independent prescriber qualification required).
  • Work within the triage system and urgent care services within the practice.
  • Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Promote health and well-being through the use of health promotion, health education, screening and therapeutic communication skills.
  • To keep up to date with training development (and we want to support career development)

  If you are a passionate individual looking for a rewarding role in a supportive GP surgery, we would love to hear from you.

  About us

  Goldington Avenue Surgery is a supportive GP surgery, committed to delivering exceptional care and improving patient outcomes. We have just under 19,000 patients and operate over two sites within Bedford town. We have been accredited with several awards including our Pride in practice LGBTQ+ Gold award, our Veterans Friendly Practice award and our Dementia Awareness Practice award.

  Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to provide high-quality services, and we are now looking to expand our urgent care team by adding a dedicated and experienced Urgent care practitioner to help us continue our mission of your care matters.

  We offer

  Supportive team environment

  Modern approach- We are a forward-thinking practice, embracing the modern general practice model to ensure we deliver the best care to our patients and foster a positive work environment.

  Strong leadership - Our partners are approachable, supportive, and committed to making this an excellent place to work.

  Continuous development - We value ongoing professional development and will support you to enhance your skills and knowledge.

  Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.

  A chance to be part of an innovative and modern practice that values its staff.

  NHS pension scheme.

  Flexible working options.

  Date posted

  09 April 2025

  Pay scheme

  Other

  Salary

  Depending on experience Pay DOE

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Part-time

  Reference number

  A0118-25-0000

  Job locations

  85 Goldington Avenue

  Bedford

  MK40 3DB

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  The main responsibilities of the role include

  Deliver a high standard of patient care, using advanced autonomous clinical skills, and a broad and in-depth theoretical knowledge base.

  Assess, diagnose and treat patients conditions, initiating direct referrals as appropriate.

  Manage acute illnesses, long-term conditions, and minor ailments.

  As an independent prescriber: prescribe safe, effective and appropriate medication as defined by current legislative framework (independent prescriber qualification required).

  Work within the triage system and urgent care services within the practice.

  Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

  Promote health and well-being through the use of health promotion, health education, screening and therapeutic communication skills.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  The main responsibilities of the role include

  Deliver a high standard of patient care, using advanced autonomous clinical skills, and a broad and in-depth theoretical knowledge base.

  Assess, diagnose and treat patients conditions, initiating direct referrals as appropriate.

  Manage acute illnesses, long-term conditions, and minor ailments.

  As an independent prescriber: prescribe safe, effective and appropriate medication as defined by current legislative framework (independent prescriber qualification required).

  Work within the triage system and urgent care services within the practice.

  Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

  Promote health and well-being through the use of health promotion, health education, screening and therapeutic communication skills.

  Person Specification

  Experience

  Essential

  • Were looking for a team player with a compassionate, patient-focused approach and strong communication skills.
  • All applicants should have the following:
  • Registered Nurse with NMC registration/ Registered paramedic with the HCPC or Registered pharmacist with the GPhC.
  • MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice (or equivalent experience).
  • Independent prescriber qualification.
  • Minor illness qualification.
  • Knowledge of SystmOne.
  • Experience in a primary care or urgent care setting.
  • Experience in diagnosing and treating patients who present with acute medical and minor illnesses.
  • Relevant expertise in managing long term conditions.
  • Ability to demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving abilities in a GP environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Commitment to continuous professional development and learning.
  • Forward thinking and strive to develop innovative ideas and new ways of working, that address the health needs of the practice, whilst motivating and encouraging others to do the same.

  Person Specification

  Experience

  Essential

  • Were looking for a team player with a compassionate, patient-focused approach and strong communication skills.
  • All applicants should have the following:
  • Registered Nurse with NMC registration/ Registered paramedic with the HCPC or Registered pharmacist with the GPhC.
  • MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice (or equivalent experience).
  • Independent prescriber qualification.
  • Minor illness qualification.
  • Knowledge of SystmOne.
  • Experience in a primary care or urgent care setting.
  • Experience in diagnosing and treating patients who present with acute medical and minor illnesses.
  • Relevant expertise in managing long term conditions.
  • Ability to demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving abilities in a GP environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Commitment to continuous professional development and learning.
  • Forward thinking and strive to develop innovative ideas and new ways of working, that address the health needs of the practice, whilst motivating and encouraging others to do the same.

  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.

  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.

  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

  Goldington Avenue Surgery

  Address

  85 Goldington Avenue

  Bedford

  MK40 3DB

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.goldingtonavenuesurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  Employer details

  Employer name

  Goldington Avenue Surgery

  Address

  85 Goldington Avenue

  Bedford

  MK40 3DB

  
  

  Employer's website

  https://www.goldingtonavenuesurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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