Band 8b Lead Advanced Clinical Practitioner - Cardiac Surgery in Birmingham B15 2TH inBirmingham B15 2TH PUBLISHED MON 29 SEP 2025 Jump to job information section

Lead the cardiac advanced practice team at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham (B15 2TH) as a Band 8b Lead Advanced Clinical Practitioner in Cardiac Surgery. This senior post combines hands‑on clinical care across ward, CCU and theatres with strategic service delivery: you will manage ACP and SCP rotas, oversee elective, urgent and emergency activity, lead training, reporting and governance, and shape quality improvement across a tertiary/quaternary cardiac centre that covers aortic, coronary, mitral, ACHD, transplant and more. Permanent, full‑time with flexible working, the role is Band 8b (£64,455–£74,896) and includes responsibility across one emergency and two elective theatres, high‑dependency areas and ITU.

This role suits an experienced Advanced Clinical Practitioner with an MSc or Level 7 portfolio, independent prescribing where applicable, ALS and strong cardiac surgery/high‑dependency experience. You’ll need proven leadership, teaching and governance skills, confidence with chest drains and temporary pacemaker wires, and a record of CPD, audit or research. University Hospitals Birmingham promotes an inclusive workplace with support for reasonable adjustments and opportunities for career development; skilled worker sponsorship is considered where needed. For a clear path to apply and more details, visit jobsincare.com and click the Apply Now button alongside this advert.