Higher Level Advanced Clinical Practitioner - Acute Medicine

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The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust Higher Level Advanced Clinical Practitioner - Acute Medicine

The closing date is 12 November 2026

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Job summary

The clinical 8b Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) in Acute Medicine is a senior autonomous clinician who provides advanced assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients presenting with acute, complex, and undifferentiated medical conditions across the acute care pathway. The post holder will demonstrate expert practice within the four pillars of Advanced Clinical Practice: clinical practice, leadership and management, education, and research. Acute Medicine at SaTH has undergone significant transformation over the past five years, resulting in the growth and development of a well-established Advanced Clinical Practitioner workforce. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join the team in this senior clinical 8b ACP role to support the on going work across the Acute Medicine areas and whilst working towards delivery of our Hospital Transformation Programme in 2028. Working at an advanced level of practice, the post holder will provide expert clinical care across Acute Medical Wards, Same Day Emergency Care and ACP-led outpatient services. They will independently undertake comprehensive patient assessments, formulate differential diagnoses, initiate and interpret investigations, prescribe and review treatments, develop management plans, and coordinate multidisciplinary care to optimise patient outcomes and patient flow.

Main duties of the job

While the overall clinical responsibility for patient care lies with the Consultant named for a particular patient, the higher-level ACP will act on behalf of the Consultant assessing, accessing diagnostics and interpreting findings formulating treatment plans for patients. The clinical 8b ACP will provide strategic and professional leadership for Advanced Clinical Practice within Acute Medicine, supporting the continued development of innovative services and models of care. A key element of the role will be the leadership and development of ACP-led services, ensuring delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care while supporting service sustainability and organisational objectives. The post holder will provide supervision, mentorship, and professional support to trainee and qualified ACPs and contribute to the education and development of the wider multidisciplinary workforce. The higher level ACP will receive clinical supervision from our experienced Acute Consultant Team whilst being supported to work on their own professional development. They will work closely alongside the Acute Medicine MDT which includes Medical, Nursing, Operational and administrative staff. Working collaboratively with colleagues across acute services, the clinical 8b ACP will play a pivotal role in advancing clinical standards, improving patient experience, supporting operational performance, and shaping the future development of Advanced Clinical Practice within the organisation.

About us

Our Poppy's Promise Commitment

We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team -- clinical or non-clinical -- plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.

We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.

Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.

By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values -- ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.

Details

Date posted

29 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8b

Salary

£66,582 to £77,368 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

223-HCP-815

Job locations

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road, Copthorne

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered professional with no rectrictions on practice
• MSC Advanced clinical practice or equivalent
• Evidence of completion of a robust clinical curriculum relevant to specialist field.
• Completion of Higher-level Capabilities relevantto clinical area

Desirable

• Study to level 8
• Teaching/ Leadership qualification
• Post graduate qualification relevant to clinical specialty
• Educational Supervisors qualification/course

Experience

Essential

• Extensive post registration experience within an ACP role, of which needs to be evidenced by significant clinical experience within Surgery at Band 8a level or above (or equivalent)
• Evidence of management/leadership skills and autonomous practice
• Experience in teaching specialist skills and knowledge
• Evidence of service development and practical contributions to the development of the specific service within the last 2 years
• Highly self-motivated, capable of lateral thinking and able to successfully initiate, manage and sustain change

Desirable

• Research publication

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered professional with no rectrictions on practice
• MSC Advanced clinical practice or equivalent
• Evidence of completion of a robust clinical curriculum relevant to specialist field.
• Completion of Higher-level Capabilities relevantto clinical area

Desirable

• Study to level 8
• Teaching/ Leadership qualification
• Post graduate qualification relevant to clinical specialty
• Educational Supervisors qualification/course

Experience

Essential

• Extensive post registration experience within an ACP role, of which needs to be evidenced by significant clinical experience within Surgery at Band 8a level or above (or equivalent)
• Evidence of management/leadership skills and autonomous practice
• Experience in teaching specialist skills and knowledge
• Evidence of service development and practical contributions to the development of the specific service within the last 2 years
• Highly self-motivated, capable of lateral thinking and able to successfully initiate, manage and sustain change

Desirable

• Research publication

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road, Copthorne

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road, Copthorne

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead ACP Acute Medicine

Jess Craig

[email protected]

01743261000

Details

Date posted

29 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8b

Salary

£66,582 to £77,368 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

223-HCP-815

Job locations

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road, Copthorne

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

United Kingdom

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