Advanced Clinical Practitioner - OPAT in Derby inDerby PUBLISHED THU 12 JUN 2025 Jump to job information section
Band 8a: £53,755 to £60,504 a year pro rata pa
PERMANENT GOOD SALARY
INFECTIOUS DISEASE INTERDISCIPLINARY TEAM INTRAVENOUS MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NHS VISA
Job description
Join a highly respected, multidisciplinary OPAT team led by an Infectious Diseases Consultant.
Play an active role in the antimicrobial stewardship program to combat antimicrobial resistance.
Opportunities for professional development and involvement in audit/quality improvement.
Supportive leadership structure for Advanced Clinical Practitioners, ensuring career growth.
Enjoy working in a patient-focused environment with a commitment to reducing hospital infections.
Flexibility to work across multiple UHDB sites, primarily based at the Royal Derby Hospital.
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust invites dynamic Advanced Clinical Practitioners to enrich our esteemed Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT) team. This is your chance to make a significant impact, coordinating care for patients requiring intravenous and high-risk oral antimicrobials, ensuring their safe transition from hospital to community settings. You'll be at the heart of our multidisciplinary team, led by an Infection Diseases Consultant, collaboratively working alongside specialist pharmacists, nurses, and clinical staff to deliver top-tier, patient-focused care. Additionally, your involvement in the trust’s antimicrobial stewardship programme will be key to combatting antimicrobial resistance and fostering a culture of prudent antimicrobial use.
This role is ideal for those who are highly motivated and dedicated to clinical excellence, with opportunities for leadership, professional development, and quality improvement. You'll showcase your skills through a portfolio of evidence, working closely with interdisciplinary teams to manage patient discharge, community care, and detailed record-keeping. With a primary base at Royal Derby Hospital and rotations across UHDB sites, you’ll also have the chance to participate in multi-disciplinary meetings and occasionally stand in for the OPAT Consultant. Ready to elevate your career with a progressive and supportive team? To apply, simply click the "Apply Now" button at jobsincare.com and take the next step towards joining our transformative trust community.
This role is ideal for those who are highly motivated and dedicated to clinical excellence, with opportunities for leadership, professional development, and quality improvement. You'll showcase your skills through a portfolio of evidence, working closely with interdisciplinary teams to manage patient discharge, community care, and detailed record-keeping. With a primary base at Royal Derby Hospital and rotations across UHDB sites, you’ll also have the chance to participate in multi-disciplinary meetings and occasionally stand in for the OPAT Consultant. Ready to elevate your career with a progressive and supportive team? To apply, simply click the "Apply Now" button at jobsincare.com and take the next step towards joining our transformative trust community.
Join a highly respected, multidisciplinary OPAT team led by an Infectious Diseases Consultant.
Play an active role in the antimicrobial stewardship program to combat antimicrobial resistance.
Opportunities for professional development and involvement in audit/quality improvement.
Supportive leadership structure for Advanced Clinical Practitioners, ensuring career growth.
Enjoy working in a patient-focused environment with a commitment to reducing hospital infections.
Flexibility to work across multiple UHDB sites, primarily based at the Royal Derby Hospital.
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If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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Join a highly respected, multidisciplinary OPAT team led by an Infectious Diseases Consultant.; Play an active role in the antimicrobial stewardship program to combat antimicrobial resistance.; Opportunities for professional development and involvement in audit/quality improvement.; Supportive leadership structure for Advanced Clinical Practitioners, ensuring career growth.; Enjoy working in a patient-focused environment with a commitment to reducing hospital infections.; Flexibility to work across multiple UHDB sites, primarily based at the Royal Derby Hospital.
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To work as an Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) in the UK, you will need a combination of educational qualifications, clinical skills, and specific competencies. Here are the key skills and qualifications typically required:
Educational Qualifications:
1. Nursing or Allied Health Profession License: You must be a registered nurse (NMC) or a registered allied health professional.
2. Postgraduate Qualification: Generally, a Master's degree in Advanced Clinical Practice or a related field is required. This training should cover advanced clinical skills, leadership, and research.
Clinical Skills:
1. Assessment and Diagnosis: Proficiency in conducting comprehensive health assessments, including physical examinations and diagnostic reasoning.
2. Patient Management: Ability to develop and implement management plans, understanding pharmacology and therapeutics.
3. Clinical Procedures: Competence in performing a variety of clinical procedures relevant to your specialty.
4. Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to interpret complex clinical information and make informed decisions.
Competencies:
1. Leadership Skills: Ability to lead clinical teams, mentor junior staff, and oversee clinical practices.
2. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
3. Collaboration and Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
4. Research and Evidence-Based Practice: Skills in critically appraising research and applying evidence-based guidelines to practice.
Other Skills:
1. Management and Leadership: Understanding of healthcare systems, quality improvement processes, and the ability to engage in service development.
2. Emotional Intelligence: Skills in managing one’s emotions and understanding the emotions of others to enhance patient care and teamwork.
3. Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting diverse cultural practices and beliefs in healthcare settings.
Continuing Professional Development:
1. Ongoing Education: Commitment to lifelong learning through CPD activities to maintain skills and stay updated on clinical practices and advancements.
Additional Requirements:
1. Experience: Significant clinical experience and a background in your specific area of practice (e.g., primary care, emergency care, mental health).
2. Accreditation: Depending on the specific role, you may need to complete additional training or gain accreditation in certain clinical skills or specialties.
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