Advanced Clinical Practitioner (Primary Care)

Posting date:	09 April 2026
Salary:	Not specified
Additional salary information:	Negotiable
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	09 May 2026
Location:	Taunton, TA1 2LB
Company:	NHS Jobs
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	A2286-26-0000

Summary

JOB SUMMARY The post holder will be an experienced Advanced Clinical Practitioner acting within their professional boundary to provide autonomous care for presenting patients. This role is expected to develop and evolve over time as the successful post holder gains experience. The primary care practitioner will act as an independent clinician, managing a broad range of patient presentations in both the practice and community settings. They will utilise their clinical expertise, including independent prescribing, to assess, diagnose, treat and manage patients effectively. The post holder will attend home visits, including to residential and nursing homes, working collaboratively with staff, families and other stakeholders to produce and share care plans, including with Out of Hours (OOH) services. They will also assess and treat acute patients presenting in the surgery, both face-to-face and via telephone consultations. In addition to providing high-quality, evidence-based care, they will contribute to the development of clinical practice through mentoring and supporting colleagues and students. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES The primary care practitioner will work within their professional boundaries, delivering high-quality care to patients independently, and referring to other healthcare professionals only where necessary. They will be expected to: Conduct visits to patients in their own homes and care homes. Independently assess, diagnose, treat, and prescribe for patients with a range of acute, non-acute and chronic medical conditions. Utilise independent prescribing competencies to initiate and review treatment plans. Refer patients, as clinically appropriate, to other members of the multidisciplinary team or external providers. Collaborate with clinical and non-clinical colleagues to promote safe, efficient and holistic patient care. Mentor and support less experienced colleagues and students, contributing to their learning and development. Develop innovative models and practices to enhance primary care delivery. Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and the overall development of the practice. CLINICAL DUTIES Independently assess undifferentiated patients, formulate differential diagnoses, and initiate treatment or further investigations as necessary. Use independent prescribing authority to issue medications and monitor treatment effectiveness. Maintain accurate and timely clinical records using EMIS Web. Undertake and interpret diagnostic tests and clinical procedures (e.g. ECGs, venepuncture, BP monitoring). Deliver individualised care plans and manage chronic disease registers as appropriate. Work within relevant policies and clinical governance frameworks. COMMUNICATION Communicate effectively and sensitively with patients, carers and colleagues. Deliver complex or potentially distressing information with empathy and professionalism. Build strong working relationships with community, statutory and voluntary organisations. Actively participate in team meetings, staff briefings and clinical discussions. Provide educational sessions or briefings where appropriate. MANAGING SELF AND OTHERS Manage own clinical caseload, time and responsibilities autonomously. Participate in performance reviews and personal development planning. Engage in reflective practice and quality improvement activities. Promote teamwork and effective communication within the practice. Provide structured mentoring and supervision to students, trainees, and junior staff. Support training and assessments of new and existing staff. Encourage innovation and continuous improvement in patient care. Contribute to clinical leadership and role modelling of best practice. MANAGE AND USE INFORMATION Use clinical systems accurately and appropriately (EMIS Web). Participate in audits, significant event reviews and incident reporting. Support the development and updating of clinical protocols. Monitor and improve data quality across relevant care areas. WORKING CONDITIONS Exposure to bodily fluids and occasionally aggressive behaviours (mitigated via zero tolerance policies). Frequent use of VDU equipment. Regular home visits and occasional travel for training and development. CONFIDENTIALITY DUTIES Maintain confidentiality at all times in accordance with GDPR, professional codes of conduct, and practice policies. Ensure sensitive information is shared appropriately and securely. QUALITY DUTIES Promote continuous quality improvement and patient safety. Take responsibility for own clinical effectiveness and contribute to that of the wider team. HEALTH AND SAFETY DUTIES Ensure compliance with health and safety policies. Identify and manage risks associated with clinical and non-clinical tasks. Follow infection control protocols and contribute to a safe working environment. EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY Uphold and promote equality, diversity and inclusion across all aspects of care delivery and professional relationships. GENERAL This job description reflects the current situation. It is subject to review and updating in the light of changing service needs. Details may be changed in consultation with the role holder and/or reviewed at their annual appraisal. Job descriptions are not designed to be all-inclusive although they will, as far as practicable, be a reasonably accurate and understandable specification of duties. Whilst this job description sets out the duties this role normally entails, it should not be regarded as exhaustive. The nature of our practice demands a flexible approach in order to provide efficient and modern services to our patients. This job description may be amended by the practice and you may be required to carry out additional or other duties as may be reasonably required.