Generic Specialist Practitioner

Generic Specialist Practitioner - Urology Join us at NHS Scotland to apply for the Generic Specialist Practitioner - Urology role. About the Role As part of a multidisciplinary team at NHS Lanarkshire, the post holder will manage a specialist caseload, use evidence‑based practice and client‑centred principles to assess, plan and implement care, provide expert advice and support, and contribute to the development and implementation of a programme of clinical audit and research activity. Responsibilities Manage a specialist Urology caseload Use evidence‑based practice and client‑centred principles to assess, plan and implement care Provide expert advice and support to patients and the multidisciplinary team Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical audit and research programmes Supervise, educate and develop members of the multidisciplinary team Provide effective leadership within the scope of the role Requirements Registered Nurse or AHP with valid NMC / HCPC registration Degree level education Post‑graduate qualification at a minimum of Level 10 (Hons) or working towards it Expertise within the specialty/area of practice demonstrating breadth of knowledge to lead safely and efficiently Comprehensive knowledge of clinical guidelines and standards within the specialty/area of practice Specialist knowledge and experience of relevant conditions, pathology, policies and procedures associated with the specialty/area of practice, including non‑medical prescribing when required by the specialism and legal framework Leadership skills to enable day‑to‑day management of service delivery Evidence of continuous professional development in the area of specialty, including study days, courses and post‑graduate qualifications Excellent team‑working, leadership, listening, communication and interpersonal skills Valid UK/EU/EEA driving licence if a driving licence is required for the position Contract Details Permanent, full‑time, 37 hours per week. Location and Working Pattern The role will be based in the Urology department at University Hospital Monklands. Short‑listed candidates may be considered for similar vacancies in alternative locations. Contact Information Lead urology specialist nurse: Guy Miller – Recruitment administrator: Heather Lamont – (include job title and reference number in email). Benefits Minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service Minimum of 8 public holidays Membership of NHS pension scheme with life insurance benefits Paid sick leave, increasing with length of service Occupational health services Employee counselling services Work‑life balance policies and procedures Further Information For more information on the role, refer to the job description. For information on the recruitment process, organisation or services we provide, visit our information pack or recruitment webpage. Additional Information for Applicants Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. If high interest, advert may close earlier. Help to complete the application on Jobtrain: Check e‑mail regularly (including junk & spam folders) and your Jobtrain account for updates. Use Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge when using Jobtrain. Once you submit your application you cannot make amendments. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion NHS Lanarkshire is dedicated to building a diverse workforce where everyone can thrive, develop, and succeed based on their skills, knowledge, and talent—regardless of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, care experience or any other dimension that can be used to differentiate people. Care‑experienced applicants include those who have lived with foster parents, kinship carers, or in residential/secure children’s settings. Right to Work within the UK NHS Lanarkshire has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ anyone who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. All prospective employees’ entitlement to work in the UK is checked, regardless of nationality or job category. UK Visas & Immigration rules are available at Prospective applicants are encouraged to check eligibility in advance of applying. Please note that all Band 1 and Band 2 posts are not eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route. #J-18808-Ljbffr