Advanced Clinical Practitioner

Job Title: Locum Advanced Practitioner (ANP/ACP)
Location: Minehead Somerset
System: EMIS
Working Pattern: Flexible Days
Shift Times: 08:00 18:30
Contract Type: Locum / Temporary

We are seeking an experienced Locum Advanced Practitioner (ANP/ACP) to join a well-established GP surgery in Minehead. This is a flexible locum opportunity offering full-day shifts (08:0018:30) with days to suit your availability.

The successful candidate will provide high-quality patient-centred care managing a range of acute and chronic presentations within a primary care setting using the EMIS clinical system.

• Deliver autonomous clinical assessment diagnosis and management of patients presenting with undifferentiated and undiagnosed conditions

• Provide same-day/urgent care appointments for minor illness and injuries

• Prescribe safely and effectively (if qualified as an Independent Prescriber)

• Manage and support patients with long-term conditions

• Order and interpret diagnostic tests including blood tests and imaging where appropriate

• Provide health promotion and patient education

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation using EMIS

• Work collaboratively with GPs and the wider multidisciplinary team

Essential

• Registered Nurse or Allied Health Professional with relevant professional registration (NMC/HCPC)

• Qualification as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) or Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP)

• Experience working in primary care / GP surgery settings

• Competent in autonomous clinical practice and decision-making

• Experience using EMIS clinical system

• Excellent communication and consultation skills

• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively

Desirable

• Independent Prescriber qualification

• Experience in minor illness and/or urgent care settings

• Up-to-date mandatory training and CPD portfolio

• Flexible working days to suit your availability

• Consistent full-day shifts (08:0018:30)

• Competitive locum rates

• Supportive and experienced clinical team

• Opportunity to work within a well-organised GP practice