PCN Paramedic (THG)
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Job summary
To work as part of an MDT within the PCN to provide patient-focused care responsive to health need demonstrating strong communication at all levels across the organization.
To provide first point of contact direct access for patients of all ages with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems seeking a primary health care service including on-call, telephone triage, face to face consultations, and home visits.
To assess, triage and manage patients within a variety of settings including home visits with undifferentiated and undiagnosed health care needs including investigating, treating, and referring patients as appropriate.
To order investigations, undertake and follow-up results and arrange appropriate management including seeking advice where appropriate.
Provide advice to patients on general healthcare and promote self-management where appropriate, including signposting patients to the PCNs social prescribing service and other services where appropriate.
To work with a multidisciplinary team including community and voluntary sector to improve patient care.
Actively take a personalised care approach and population-centred care approach to enable shared decision making with the presenting person.
Maintain accurate and contemporaneous health records within SystmOne appropriate to the consultation, ensuring accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient healthcare.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will have an Undergraduate Degree Qualification in; Paramedic Science, Clinical Practice, or an equivalent qualification, with evidence of academic study and practical experience of minor/major illnesses and injuries that are typically encountered in a primary care setting.
Has three years experience as a paramedic at band 6 (or equivalent).
You will need to be registered with HCPC. It is a requirement for the candidate to have a desire to gain a post graduate qualification in Prescribing, if not already held.
Achieved or willing to work towards Masters level (level 7 equivalent) in paramedic areas of practice.
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.
To remain up to date with all mandatory training.
To maintain up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding adult and children guidance to ensure that those at risks of abuse/suffering abuse are identified and the necessary process to protect them is followed.
About us
Trinity Health Group is a PCN made up of four practices on the west of the district (Trinity Medical Centre, Maybush Medical Centre, Croton and Sharleston Medical Practice and Warrengate Medical Centre). Our vision is that all our patients should have the same chance at a happy, healthy life. We believe that a sustainable, resilient Primary Care Service working collaboratively with volunteer and community services and social enterprise organisations supports this vision. Our Mission is to add years to the lives of our patients, whilst adding life to those years.
Please note that this is not an agenda for change contract, we are however able to offer the NHS Pension.
Conexus Healthcare Limited is the Confederation for general practice in Wakefield, we have four areas of work.
Details
Date posted
21 September 2023
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£40,000 to £45,000 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
A0430-23-0060
Job locations
Sandal Castle Medical Centre
Asdale Rd
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF2 7PJ
Employer details
Employer name
Conexus Healthcare CIC
Address
Sandal Castle Medical Centre
Asdale Rd
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF2 7PJ
Employer's website
https://conexus-healthcare.org/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
PCN Support
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