[DEPARTMENT] BORDERS EMERGENCY CARE SERVICE – OUT OF HOURS GP
[JOB TITLE] NURSE PRACTITIONER – BECS OOH
[CONTRACT TYPE] PERMANENT, 33 HOURS
Band 6
Borders Emergency Care Service (BECS) provides high‑quality unscheduled care across the Scottish Borders. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Clinical Practitioner to join our Out of Hours GP clinical team.
You will use advanced clinical judgement to assess, diagnose and manage patients with acute and chronic conditions across a range of settings, including the Primary Care Emergency Centre, community hospitals and patients’ homes. Working closely with Out of Hours GPs and Advanced Practitioners, you will play a key role in delivering safe, effective and compassionate care, including support for the Out of Hours Community Palliative Care Service.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop advanced practice skills within a supportive multidisciplinary team and make a meaningful difference to patient care in a diverse rural setting
Whether you’re early in your career or looking to take the next step into a more senior role, NHS Borders offers a supportive workplace where you can grow, influence change, and make a real impact.
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