Advanced Clinical Practitioner

We are looking for an Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) with specialist interest in Cardiology, to join an established team of Cardiology ACPs. We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic ACP to work collaboratively with the multi professional team in providing advanced clinical practice within local and nationally agreed protocols and guidelines, with the experience, knowledge, and leadership to develop and support the delivery of the service.

Having completed the academic and core clinical requirement (4 pillars of advanced practice), you will continue to work within ACP frameworks. The advanced clinical practitioner will practise independently to assess, investigate, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate the clinical care and management of patients with acute and chronic cardiology presentations. The advanced clinical practitioner will have key relationships with all members of the nursing, medical and multidisciplinary team, as well as the leadership team.

The post holder will join the Cardiology ACP team, work a 7-day service and operates 07:30hrs - 20:30hrs working alongside our medical colleagues for inpatients through their hospital stay. This includes patients in our coronary care unit and in the ward areas.

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Due to the nature of this role and service, this role is on-site and the hours are as advertised.

Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what's possible for the role and service