Braintree PCN has an exciting opportunity for a hardworking and enthusiastic paramedic to join our PCN. You will be based in Braintree within one practice but will be required to travel between all of the GP practices within our PCN on occasions. This role is offered on a full-time basis 37.5 hours per week on 4/5 days.
Main duties of the job
Urgently respond to referrals and provide assessment, diagnosis and treatment at first point of contact by attending to patients, according to patients needs either in the practice or patient homes. Support, and continue the development of, an on-the-day emergency patient service in the practice. Accurately triage and prioritise patients, including in both emergency situations and telephone triage, demonstrating the use of a variety of techniques to elicit the history of an event/illness, including past medical and drug history. Evaluate clinical information from examination and history taking, and initiate appropriate treatment and/or referral. Review the effectiveness of the treatment provided, making changes where necessary to improve patient outcomes. Maintain accurate clinical records in an efficient manner. The role will offer you the opportunity to build on your experience of working effectively within a multi-disciplinary, healthcare team, as you will work alongside fellow professionals within the practice in support of one another. About us
Braintree PCN is a large primary care network comprising 5 GP practices, serving a patient population of approximately 57,000. Supporting your work-life balance and professional development is important to us, so we will be happy to discuss any requirements for flexible working and offer the following benefits: Salary based on experience Supportive and friendly environment Study leave Job responsibilities
If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification. Person Specification
Qualifications
A registered paramedic, with current HCPC registration and have post-registration experience, ideally with some being in primary care. Have completed ENP/ECP Minor Injuries and Minor Illness course Level 6 and be an ALS/APLS provider. Experience
Able to effectively assess, plan, treat and refer patients. Able to evaluate patient care confidently. Have experience of working to protocols and guidelines. Exhibit excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills. Have the ability to make clear decisions with confidence and communicate these effectively. Have an understanding of the need to work within the parameters of one's own training and capability, according to the Health and Care Professions Council. Have experience of autonomous practice working and multi-professional team working. Able to demonstrate a broad and sound knowledge of complex and common conditions in primary care in both adults and children. 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.
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Urgently respond to referrals and provide assessment, diagnosis and treatment at first point of contact by attending to patients, according to patients needs either in the practice or patient homes. Support, and continue the development of, an on-the-day emergency patient service in the practice. Accurately triage and prioritise patients, including in both emergency situations and telephone triage, demonstrating the use of a variety of techniques to elicit the history of an event/illness, including past medical and drug history. Evaluate clinical information from examination and history taking, and initiate appropriate treatment and/or referral. Review the effectiveness of the treatment provided, making changes where necessary to improve patient outcomes. Maintain accurate clinical records in an efficient manner. The role will offer you the opportunity to build on your experience of working effectively within a multi-disciplinary, healthcare team, as you will work alongside fellow professionals within the practice in support of one another. About us
Braintree PCN is a large primary care network comprising 5 GP practices, serving a patient population of approximately 57,000. Supporting your work-life balance and professional development is important to us, so we will be happy to discuss any requirements for flexible working and offer the following benefits: Salary based on experience Supportive and friendly environment Study leave Job responsibilities
If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification. Person Specification
Qualifications
A registered paramedic, with current HCPC registration and have post-registration experience, ideally with some being in primary care. Have completed ENP/ECP Minor Injuries and Minor Illness course Level 6 and be an ALS/APLS provider. Experience
Able to effectively assess, plan, treat and refer patients. Able to evaluate patient care confidently. Have experience of working to protocols and guidelines. Exhibit excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills. Have the ability to make clear decisions with confidence and communicate these effectively. Have an understanding of the need to work within the parameters of one's own training and capability, according to the Health and Care Professions Council. Have experience of autonomous practice working and multi-professional team working. Able to demonstrate a broad and sound knowledge of complex and common conditions in primary care in both adults and children. 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.
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