Paramedic Practitioner

Job summary

Weare a forward-thinking practice looking for an experienced Paramedic to join our team.

This exciting opportunity has arisen for the right individual to join our growing team of multi-disciplinary clinicians to deliver high quality care which meets the needs of ourpatient population whilst working withintheir professional boundaries

Main duties of the job

To practice as an emergency care practitionerand demonstrate advanced clinical competence and knowledge above thoseassociated with conventional nursing roles.

Assess, plan, treat and refer patientsappropriately, carrying out consultations in the surgery or the community as anautonomous practitioner.

Using own clinical judgement to diagnose andtreat patients either face to face consultation, clinical telephone triage andother mediums.

Making appropriate referrals to primary,secondary and social services care, following practice (and/or locally agreed)pathways and protocols.

Deliver high quality clinical care in a timelymanner to patients.

About us

We pride ourselves in offering a friendly andprofessional service for approximately 25,000 patients across 3sites. Two of the sites are in Gorleston and one in Hopton.

We are part of the Gorleston Primary Care Network

The Partners are pleased to be able to offer Tier 2sponsorship for eligible candidates.

Weare a well-established training practice, involved with GP Registrars andFoundation Year 2 trainees. Also, an accredited research practice.

The position offers 6 weeks annual leave.

We are happy to be flexible for the rightcandidate.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To practice as an emergency care practitionerand demonstrate advanced clinical competence and knowledge above thoseassociated with conventional nursing roles.

Assess, plan, treat and refer patientsappropriately, carrying out consultations in the surgery or the community as anautonomous practitioner.

Using own clinical judgement to diagnose andtreat patients either face to face consultation, clinical telephone triage andother mediums.

Making appropriate referrals to primary,secondary and social services care, following practice (and/or locally agreed)pathways and protocols.

Deliver high quality clinical care in a timelymanner to patients.

Supply, administer and prescribe medicines asindicated (and appropriate) to address patient need, according to medicinesmanagement policy, Patient Group Directions (PGDs), NMC standards or referringto registered GP as necessary.

To recognise the need for and initiate whereappropriate relevant diagnostic investigations, using their skills in this areato take the correct course of action.

Understanding local safeguarding referralprocess and be aware of appropriate referral mechanisms for children and vulnerableadults

Ensure complete and accurate documentation ofevery patient contact, including advice given. Records must be accurate andreflect the clinical activity in accordance with NMC guidelines on clinicalrecord keeping.

Minor illness assessment, diagnosis andtreatment with access to seek advice, review and onward referral withinclinical teams at The Beaches MedicalCentre

To develop care plans for patients when required(as developed and supervised with the Partners)

Be involved with continuity of care of ourpatients, end of life care, chronic disease management.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Educated to degree level in Paramedicine - 3 yrs post qualification experience HCPC Registered

Desirable

Full UK Driving Licence

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Ability to assess and manage patient risk effectively and safely Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills Time management skills and the ability to prioritise workload

Desirable

Experience in use of clinical software and coding, eg. Systmone Knowledge and awareness of current professional issues, eg. clinical governance, NICE guidance

Experience

Essential

Post registration experience of working in any of the following clinical areas; Accident & Emergency Primary Care environments Minor Injuries / Illness Units Acute specialities Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Desirable

Independent Non-medical prescribing qualification

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