Advanced Clinical Paramedic

Brook Medical Centre

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Job summary

The Advanced Clinical Paramedic role is a key member of the MDT working within our GP practice. A flexible attitude and willingness to learn is key to the role.

Main duties of the job

The successful Advanced Clinical Paramedic will work as an autonomous practitioner, diagnosing, managing, prescribing and discharging patients with illness or injury across all age groups including young children.

About us

Due to rapid, continued growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, Advanced Clinical Paramedic to join our GP practice in Ecton Brook Medical practice.

Date posted

30 January 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A0621-24-0001

Job locations

Ecton Brook Road

Northampton

NN3 5EN


Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide the first point of contact for clinical queries from practice telephonists/receptionists.

Be responsible for telephone triaging.

Undertake urgent/same day clinics.

Undertake home visits alongside the GP visiting team.

Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis

Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly

Assess, diagnosis, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/treatments for patients with complex needs

Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug and non-drug-based treatment methods into a management plan

Initiate and interpret tests and investigations as appropriate.

Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice and national and practice protocols, and within scope of practice

Work with patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments

Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side-effects and interactions

Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care

Support and manage health needs of women presenting for family planning or sexual health consultation

Assess, identify and refer patients presenting with mental health needs in accordance with the NSF for Mental Health

Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care

Record accurate data in the patient records to an agreed standard.

Collaborate with other members of the Primary Health Care Team including doctors, nurses and other AHPs, accepting referrals and referring to them for specialist care.

Direct referral to and liaison with consultants and other professional agencies.

Ensure a high standard of clinical practice is maintained by ensuring care is based on current best practice, embarking upon further training if required and continuing to update clinical knowledge.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide the first point of contact for clinical queries from practice telephonists/receptionists.

Be responsible for telephone triaging.

Undertake urgent/same day clinics.

Undertake home visits alongside the GP visiting team.

Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis

Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly

Assess, diagnosis, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/treatments for patients with complex needs

Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug and non-drug-based treatment methods into a management plan

Initiate and interpret tests and investigations as appropriate.

Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence-based practice and national and practice protocols, and within scope of practice

Work with patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments

Provide information and advice on prescribed or over-the-counter medication on medication regimens, side-effects and interactions

Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care

Support and manage health needs of women presenting for family planning or sexual health consultation

Assess, identify and refer patients presenting with mental health needs in accordance with the NSF for Mental Health

Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care

Record accurate data in the patient records to an agreed standard.

Collaborate with other members of the Primary Health Care Team including doctors, nurses and other AHPs, accepting referrals and referring to them for specialist care.

Direct referral to and liaison with consultants and other professional agencies.

Ensure a high standard of clinical practice is maintained by ensuring care is based on current best practice, embarking upon further training if required and continuing to update clinical knowledge.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree in Paramedic Science or equivalent.
  • Have completed or currently engaged on MSc level Advanced Clinical
  • Practice education
  • Professional registration with HCPC and no current issues under investigation
  • Independent Non-Medical Prescribing

Desirable

  • Driving Licence
  • Minor illness in Children
  • Advanced Life Support
  • Palliative Care

Experience

Essential

  • Evidence of experience working in an Advanced Practice role
  • Ability to evidence a sound understanding of the NHS principles and values.

Desirable

  • Experience of working within a Primary Care setting
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree in Paramedic Science or equivalent.
  • Have completed or currently engaged on MSc level Advanced Clinical
  • Practice education
  • Professional registration with HCPC and no current issues under investigation
  • Independent Non-Medical Prescribing

Desirable

  • Driving Licence
  • Minor illness in Children
  • Advanced Life Support
  • Palliative Care

Experience

Essential

  • Evidence of experience working in an Advanced Practice role
  • Ability to evidence a sound understanding of the NHS principles and values.

Desirable

  • Experience of working within a Primary Care setting

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Brook Medical Centre

Address

Ecton Brook Road

Northampton

NN3 5EN


Employer's website

https://thebrookmedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Brook Medical Centre

Address

Ecton Brook Road

Northampton

NN3 5EN


Employer's website

https://thebrookmedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Manager

Michaela Sheedy

michaela.sheedy@nhs.net

07469972033

Date posted

30 January 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A0621-24-0001

Job locations

Ecton Brook Road

Northampton

NN3 5EN


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