Location: GP Surgery, Burnham-on-Sea
System: EMIS Web
Shift Pattern: 10-hour shifts (Days, Weekends, and Bank Holidays)
Contract: Flexible / Bank / Permanent (Shifts available all year round)
Reports to: GP Partners / Clinical Lead / Practice Manager
The Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) will work autonomously within the GP surgery to assess, diagnose, treat, and prescribe for patients presenting with minor illness and acute conditions. The ACP will provide high-quality, patient-centred care, supporting the delivery of primary care services to the local population.
The ACP will independently manage a defined patient caseload and contribute to improving patient access, reducing GP workload, and ensuring safe and effective clinical care.
The post holder will be educated to Level 7 (MSc Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent) and hold an Independent Prescribing qualification. Accurate documentation and patient management using EMIS Web is essential.
Independently assess, diagnose, and manage patients presenting with minor illness and acute conditions in primary care.
Undertake comprehensive history taking, clinical examination, and diagnostic reasoning.
Formulate differential diagnoses and implement evidence-based treatment plans.
Manage a wide range of primary care presentations including:
Respiratory infections
Urinary tract infections
Dermatological conditions
ENT conditions
Minor infections and acute illnesses
Musculoskeletal presentations
Recognise and appropriately escalate patients requiring GP input or secondary care referral.
Prescribe safely and independently in accordance with national and local prescribing guidelines.
Provide medication reviews and ensure safe prescribing practices.
Offer advice on medication use, side effects, and self-management.
Monitor treatment effectiveness and adjust care plans where necessary.
Maintain accurate, clear, and contemporaneous clinical records using EMIS Web.
Ensure all consultations, prescribing, referrals, and clinical decisions are appropriately documented.
Manage electronic tasks, pathology results, and clinical correspondence within EMIS.
Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to information governance policies.
Provide same-day and routine appointments for acute presentations.
Manage minor illness clinics independently.
Support GP workload by managing appropriate patient cohorts.
Provide health promotion advice and patient education.
Refer patients appropriately to secondary care, community services, or other healthcare professionals.
Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants, and administrative staff.
Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, and carers.
Participate in multidisciplinary team working.
Provide clinical advice and support to colleagues where appropriate.
Deliver safe, effective, and patient-centred care.
Work within practice protocols, national guidelines, and scope of practice.
Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement, and governance activities.
Identify and report clinical risks and incidents appropriately.
Adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures.
Maintain registration with NMC or HCPC.
Maintain Independent Prescriber status.
Maintain MSc Advanced Clinical Practice (Level 7) competencies.
Participate in CPD, appraisal, and mandatory training.
Practice in accordance with professional codes and standards.
10-hour shifts
Flexible shifts available throughout the year
Day shifts, weekends, and bank holidays available
Autonomous working within a supportive GP practice team
Qualifications and Registration
Registered Nurse (NMC), Paramedic (HCPC), or Allied Health Professional
MSc Advanced Clinical Practice (Level 7) or equivalent
Independent Prescriber (V300)
Evidence of continuing professional development
Experience
Experience working in Primary Care or GP Surgery
Experience managing minor illness independently
Experience prescribing autonomously
Experience using EMIS Web
Skills and Competencies
Advanced clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
Independent prescribing competency
Ability to work autonomously in primary care
Excellent communication skills
Strong clinical decision-making ability
Excellent IT and documentation skills
Previous experience working as an ACP in GP Practice
Minor Illness qualification
Experience managing same-day acute clinics
Experience with chronic disease management
Professional and compassionate approach
Ability to work independently and efficiently
Strong organisational and time management skills
Flexible and reliable
Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care
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