Trosolwg o'r swydd

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Radiotherapy Service at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust for an experienced and motivated Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) to join our team as ACP Review Lead & Late Effects Lead.

This senior clinical leadership role will lead the development and delivery of high-quality radiotherapy review and late effects services across the patient pathway. Working autonomously within an advanced scope of practice, the postholder will assess, manage and follow up patients receiving and completing radiotherapy.

The role will be key to expanding our Review Service and developing late effects pathways, supporting personalised follow-up, improving patient experience, and driving service transformation in line with national cancer priorities.

Applications are welcomed from candidates who do not yet meet all ACP requirements but have significant oncology and radiotherapy experience, with the commitment and potential to achieve full ACP accreditation.

For the right candidate, appointment via a developmental ACP pathway may be considered, supported by a competency framework and education programme, including completion of an MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice, Independent Prescribing qualification and advanced clinical competencies. 

***Please note that applications from temporary workers who have been engaged with the Trust for a minimum of 3 months are welcome.***

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the radiotherapy review service and supporting the strategic development of ACP-led pathways.
• Delivering expert assessment, treatment management and follow-up care for patients receiving radiotherapy.
• Leading the development of late effects services, promoting proactive management and personalised care.
• Practising autonomously within advanced clinical practice competencies.
• Requesting and interpreting investigations within scope of practice.
• Undertaking independent prescribing (or willingness to complete training).
• Supporting service improvement, audit, governance and research.
• Providing professional leadership, education and mentorship.
• Contributing to multidisciplinary decision-making and pathway redesign.
• Supporting innovative models of care aligned with national cancer priorities.

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

We are a people business – where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you into contact with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.