Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an Advanced Nurse/Clinical Practitioner to join our super GP practice in Crawley, West Sussex. We aim to ensure that the highest levels of care are delivered to all our patients, particularly in areas such as minor illnesses and acute, on the day appointments. This is a highly supportive practice with a long-standing team including GPs, Paramedic Practitioners, Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Practice Nurses, HCAs and many more Additional Roles.
If you take pride in your work, have a committed approach to patient care and especially enjoy being part of a team, then this could be the perfect role for you!
Main duties of the job
To assess, diagnose, treat, refer
or signpost patients who attend surgery with undifferentiated or undiagnosed
conditions relating to minor illness.
To undertake home visits,
primarily for acute conditions, as assessed by your duty doctor, and within the
boundaries of professional qualifications.
The post holder will use advanced
clinical skills to provide education to patients, promoting self-care and
empower them to make informed choices about their treatment.
About us
Bridge Medical Centre comprises 4 GP Partners, a nursing team of 6, Paramedic Practitioners, an Advanced Nurse Practitioner and a vast supportive administrative team. The Practice is part of the Crawley Care Collaborative PCN who are each members of the Alliance for Better Care Federation.
Our clinicians work independently as well as part of a team collaborating with our own clinical and administrative team whilst also working closely with the Additional Roles from the PCN. These roles comprise Clinical Pharmacists, Dieticians, First Contact Physiotherapists, Dieticians, Care Co-ordinators and Social Prescribers.
We are a sociable Practice and like to socialise and celebrate our success.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description: Prescribing Paramedic
Position: Prescribing Paramedic
Location: Bridge Medical Centre, Crawley
Reports to: Duty Doctor / Clinical Supervisor / Practice Manager
Hours: As agreed in contract
1. Clinical Duties
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Independently assess, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with minor illnesses.
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Prescribe medications appropriately in line with national guidance and within the scope of Independent Prescribing qualification.
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Undertake clinical triage and manage patients through face-to-face or telephone consultations.
-
Refer patients to GPs or other members of the multidisciplinary team when outside scope of practice.
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Provide advice on general health care, minor ailments, and preventative measures.
-
Carry out home visits for acute conditions, as appropriate and in agreement with the duty doctor.
-
Deliver safe, evidence-based care in line with current best practice and within recognised professional boundaries.
2. Professional and Administrative Responsibilities
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Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in System One.
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Ensure accurate documentation of all consultations, prescriptions, and treatment plans.
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Participate in the administrative functions of the practice as required.
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Attend and contribute to practice meetings.
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Ensure confidentiality, professional integrity, and GDPR compliance at all times.
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Participate in audit and evaluation to support service development and quality improvement.
3. Communication and Teamwork
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Communicate effectively at all levels within the practice team.
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Contribute positively to a culture of continuous learning and patient-centred care.
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Work collaboratively with clinicians, administrative staff, and external partners to ensure effective service delivery.
4. Education, Training and Personal Development
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Participate in annual appraisal and revalidation processes.
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Take responsibility for own learning and professional development.
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Attend relevant courses, workshops, and study days.
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Support the training of students and induction of new staff where appropriate.
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Remain up to date with clinical guidelines, prescribing legislation, and national frameworks.
5. Governance and Service Improvement
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Engage in clinical audits, significant event analysis, and implementation of action plans.
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Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are fulfilled in accordance with local and national policy.
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Monitor prescribing patterns to ensure safe, effective, and cost-efficient use of medicines.
6. Additional Responsibilities
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Collect pathological specimens such as blood samples, swabs, and other investigative materials as required.
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Perform procedures within scope of competence and training.
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Assist in the preparation and submission of reports, audits, and service reviews.
-
Undertake other duties appropriate to the post as delegated by the practice.
Flexibility
Essential Qualifications and Experience
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HCPC registration as a Paramedic
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Postgraduate qualification in Independent Prescribing
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Experience working in a primary care or urgent care setting
Desirable
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description: Prescribing Paramedic
Position: Prescribing Paramedic
Location: Bridge Medical Centre, Crawley
Reports to: Duty Doctor / Clinical Supervisor / Practice Manager
Hours: As agreed in contract
1. Clinical Duties
-
Independently assess, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with minor illnesses.
-
Prescribe medications appropriately in line with national guidance and within the scope of Independent Prescribing qualification.
-
Undertake clinical triage and manage patients through face-to-face or telephone consultations.
-
Refer patients to GPs or other members of the multidisciplinary team when outside scope of practice.
-
Provide advice on general health care, minor ailments, and preventative measures.
-
Carry out home visits for acute conditions, as appropriate and in agreement with the duty doctor.
-
Deliver safe, evidence-based care in line with current best practice and within recognised professional boundaries.
2. Professional and Administrative Responsibilities
-
Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in System One.
-
Ensure accurate documentation of all consultations, prescriptions, and treatment plans.
-
Participate in the administrative functions of the practice as required.
-
Attend and contribute to practice meetings.
-
Ensure confidentiality, professional integrity, and GDPR compliance at all times.
-
Participate in audit and evaluation to support service development and quality improvement.
3. Communication and Teamwork
-
Communicate effectively at all levels within the practice team.
-
Contribute positively to a culture of continuous learning and patient-centred care.
-
Work collaboratively with clinicians, administrative staff, and external partners to ensure effective service delivery.
4. Education, Training and Personal Development
-
Participate in annual appraisal and revalidation processes.
-
Take responsibility for own learning and professional development.
-
Attend relevant courses, workshops, and study days.
-
Support the training of students and induction of new staff where appropriate.
-
Remain up to date with clinical guidelines, prescribing legislation, and national frameworks.
5. Governance and Service Improvement
-
Engage in clinical audits, significant event analysis, and implementation of action plans.
-
Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are fulfilled in accordance with local and national policy.
-
Monitor prescribing patterns to ensure safe, effective, and cost-efficient use of medicines.
6. Additional Responsibilities
-
Collect pathological specimens such as blood samples, swabs, and other investigative materials as required.
-
Perform procedures within scope of competence and training.
-
Assist in the preparation and submission of reports, audits, and service reviews.
-
Undertake other duties appropriate to the post as delegated by the practice.
Flexibility
Essential Qualifications and Experience
-
HCPC registration as a Paramedic
-
Postgraduate qualification in Independent Prescribing
-
Experience working in a primary care or urgent care setting
Desirable
Person Specification
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- An excellent standard of written and verbal English
- Excellent listening skills
- Ability to make autonomous decisions
- Ability to assess, minimise and manage risks and defuse stressful situations, ability to stay calm
- Competent use of IT systems, Excel, Word and Outlook
Desirable
- Use of SystmOne
- An understanding of Chronic Disease Registers and QOF
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an urgent care/emergency setting.
- Experience of working in primary care setting
- Ability to work within a team to provide the best outcome for the patient.
- An ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness, common sense and local knowledge, to respond to enquiries and requests while adhering to Practice limitations.
- Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct.
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Advanced Nurse/Clinical Practitioner
- Evidence of appropriate knowledge base.
Desirable
- Independent Prescribing qualification
Other
Essential
- Flexible attitude to work. To be willing to work later/earlier as duties/events require
- Clean driving licence
Person Specification
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- An excellent standard of written and verbal English
- Excellent listening skills
- Ability to make autonomous decisions
- Ability to assess, minimise and manage risks and defuse stressful situations, ability to stay calm
- Competent use of IT systems, Excel, Word and Outlook
Desirable
- Use of SystmOne
- An understanding of Chronic Disease Registers and QOF
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an urgent care/emergency setting.
- Experience of working in primary care setting
- Ability to work within a team to provide the best outcome for the patient.
- An ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness, common sense and local knowledge, to respond to enquiries and requests while adhering to Practice limitations.
- Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct.
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Advanced Nurse/Clinical Practitioner
- Evidence of appropriate knowledge base.
Desirable
- Independent Prescribing qualification
Other
Essential
- Flexible attitude to work. To be willing to work later/earlier as duties/events require
- Clean driving licence
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).
