Advanced Clinical Practitioner
| Posting date: | 06 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 February 2026 |
| Location: | Derby, DE22 2DS |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A2670-26-0001 |
Summary
- Use highly developed clinical knowledge to independently assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatments and interventions for patients presenting frequently with complex undifferentiated or undefined presentations. Prescribe appropriately when needed. - Undertake physical examination as indicated by the patient's condition; autonomously analysing complex clinical signs and investigation results to consider differential diagnoses and diagnose conditions, initiating treatment as required. - Requests investigations such as blood, urine and other laboratory tests, electrocardiographs (ECGs), ultrasound scans, X-Rays and computed tomography (CT) scans in accordance with IR(ME)R regulations and as local policy allows. - Manage acute illness and acute episodes of chronic illness including referral, admission, or discharge from service. - Assesses patients with mental health needs using local policy and guidelines and refers to the appropriate services. - Communicates effectively with patients, carers, colleagues, and others using appropriate communication styles. Anticipates barriers to communication and ensures patients and significant others are kept fully informed and consent to treatment.