Advanced Clinical Practitioner - Sussex

This role involves working as an Advanced Clinical Practitioner at IC24, providing high-quality, integrated urgent care services. The position requires working autonomously within a senior clinical role, using advanced decision-making skills to offer safe and effective patient-centered care. You'll be part of a supportive team dedicated to improving access to care and alleviating hospital pressure. The job is based in various locations across Sussex, including Brighton, Eastbourne, Worthing, and Burgess Hill, and involves flexible working hours, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

Main duties of the job

IC24 seeks an experienced Advanced Clinical Practitioner to join our Primary Care team. You will work autonomously, using advanced decision-making skills to deliver safe, effective, and patient-centered care in urgent and primary care settings. Responsibilities include providing advanced clinical care through telephone triage, remote consultations, and face-to-face assessments, diagnosing and managing complex cases, prescribing medications, and coordinating care across services. You will also lead on clinical quality and safety, mentor colleagues, and safeguard vulnerable individuals. Flexible working, including travel to different IC24 sites, is required.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional registration (NMC, HCPC, GPhC) is required, alongside advanced assessment and minor illness qualifications (Level 6 or 7). Independent prescribing qualifications are essential, along with proven experience in autonomous practice and clinical leadership. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage complex situations are essential, as is a commitment to continuous professional development.

About the employer

Integrated Care 24 (IC24) is a leading not-for-profit social enterprise dedicated to providing innovative, patient-focused primary care services. They are committed to improving access to health and social care while reducing the demand on secondary care services. IC24 provides services to over 6 million patients, including GP-led out-of-hours services, NHS 111, and various support services. They emphasize a culture of bravery, innovation, and support, aiming to make a tangible difference in patient care and community health.