Senior Clinical Advisor

Job Title: Senior Clinical Advisor

Specialty: Clinical Assessment
Band / Grade: 6
Location: Croydon (NHS 111 Integrated Urgent Care)
Salary range: £21.81-33.43

Description:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Clinical Advisor to work with an NHS 111 Service in Croydon, London. This full-time/part-time locum position is based in an office environment, with proposed working hours of days, nights, and flexible shifts including evenings and weekends.

The role is available to start as soon as possible and offers continuity with regular shifts and flexible hours, providing an excellent opportunity for professional growth and flexibility. The position offers an hourly rate of PAYE only.

To be eligible, you must have:

• Registered Nurse (NMC)
• Significant post-registration experience in urgent care, primary care, or emergency settings
• NHS Pathways-trained or MTS trained
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skills
• A passion for patient safety and continuous improvement

About the Role

As a Senior Clinical Advisor, you will lead by example in providing expert clinical assessments, supporting frontline staff, and contributing to service excellence. Your responsibilities include:

• Delivering remote clinical assessments and advice using NHS Pathways and clinical judgment
• Providing guidance, mentoring, and escalation support to Clinical Advisors and team members
• Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure appropriate and timely patient care
• Contributing to audits, service improvement initiatives, and clinical governance

Why work with Athona?

We are one of the UK's leading on-framework healthcare recruitment agencies. With over 20 years of experience, we pride ourselves on caring for every candidate we place. Our team of experts is always available to support you.

What We Offer:

• Industry-leading in-house revalidation and appraisal support team
• Competitive pay rates
• Flexible working opportunities
• Access to exclusive NHS roles through our preferred supplier status
• A dedicated consultant offering tailored support
• A generous referral scheme

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If this role matches your skills and experience, apply today. Our team will contact you to discuss further details.

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