Job summary
Wenworth 1
Primary Care Network (PCN) is looking to employ a Paramedic under the
additional roles reimbursement scheme (ARRS).
The post holder will be accountable to the Primary Care Network, the
individual may also work across more than one GP Practice within the PCN in
some cases where flexibility allows and for the purposes of support. The post
holder will be joining a great team in a great place, where your commitment
will be genuinely valued, your skills respected, and your ambition rewarded.
We have a
number of roles available and would be happy to discuss this with you.
Predominantly we are seeking individuals who can work 37.5 hours, 30 hours,
22.5 hours. Monday to Friday within core openting times.
Main duties of the job
Assess
and triage patients, including same day triage, and as appropriate provide
definitive treatment (including prescribing medications following policy,
patient group directives, NICE and local guidelines or make necessary
recommendations to other members of the primary care team.
Use
advanced clinical skills to provide education to patients, promote self-care
and encourage them to make informed choices about their treatment.
Perform
and interpret ECGs.
Work
as part of an MDT within the PCN.
Undertake
the collection of pathological specimens including bloods, swabs and other
samples within scope of practice.
Maintain
accurate health records using Systm1, appropriate to the consultation, ensuring
accurate completion of necessary documentation associated with patient health
care and registration with practice.
Communicate
effectively with patients and where appropriate family members and their
carers, where applicable, complex and sensitive information regarding their
physical heath needs.
About us
Wentworth 1 Primary Care Network includes 7 member practices. We provide primary care for over 52,000 patients in the Rotherham area.
Our aim by working together to co-ordinate, plan and share resources is that we will develop a stronger, more resilient primary care offer for all our patients.
This new way of working brings together partners from across the health, social care and voluntary sector to design and deliver innovation in services better placed to meet the needs of our communities, ensure better health outcomes for patients and utilise resources in a more efficient way. This includes the creation of additional roles in our practices including Clinical Pharmacists, Social Prescribers and Care Coordinators.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Triage, assess and treat patients at home, or in
the surgery when directed to do so. Make any necessary referrals in
collaboration with the referring or duty clinician to other members of the
primary health care team, community or hospital teams or social care team as
appropriate.
Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate
treatment, interventions and care for patients presenting with an
undifferentiated diagnosis on an acute basis within the boundaries of
competence, seeking the advice of the referring or duty clinician if outside
level of knowledge and scope of practice.
Where appropriate, discuss with the referring or
duty clinician doctor the needs of patients presenting with complex health
needs or conditions requiring specific treatment, hospital admission or
referral.
Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a
physiological and psychological perspective, interpret test results and plan
clinical care accordingly.
Ensure clinical practice is safe and effective and
remains within the boundaries of competence, and to acknowledge limitations.
Advise patients on general health care and minor
ailments, with referral to other members of the primary and secondary health
care team as necessary.
Work as an autonomous practitioner within general
practice or in the community setting, caring for patients and families, in
accordance with the Health and Care Professions Council Standards and
Proficiency, Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics. Ensure that personal
and professional clinical standards and development are maintained.
Prescribe/issue medications as appropriate
following national policies, patient group directives and local pathways and in
accordance with own competence.
Formally and informally impart knowledge and skills
to colleagues promoting peer review and best practice within the work
environment, ensuring the delivery of a safe and effective service.
Undertake the collection of pathological specimens
including intravenous blood samples, swabs etc. Perform investigatory
procedures requested by the GPs, only accepting to carry out procedures that
you are appropriately trained to complete.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Triage, assess and treat patients at home, or in
the surgery when directed to do so. Make any necessary referrals in
collaboration with the referring or duty clinician to other members of the
primary health care team, community or hospital teams or social care team as
appropriate.
Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate
treatment, interventions and care for patients presenting with an
undifferentiated diagnosis on an acute basis within the boundaries of
competence, seeking the advice of the referring or duty clinician if outside
level of knowledge and scope of practice.
Where appropriate, discuss with the referring or
duty clinician doctor the needs of patients presenting with complex health
needs or conditions requiring specific treatment, hospital admission or
referral.
Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a
physiological and psychological perspective, interpret test results and plan
clinical care accordingly.
Ensure clinical practice is safe and effective and
remains within the boundaries of competence, and to acknowledge limitations.
Advise patients on general health care and minor
ailments, with referral to other members of the primary and secondary health
care team as necessary.
Work as an autonomous practitioner within general
practice or in the community setting, caring for patients and families, in
accordance with the Health and Care Professions Council Standards and
Proficiency, Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics. Ensure that personal
and professional clinical standards and development are maintained.
Prescribe/issue medications as appropriate
following national policies, patient group directives and local pathways and in
accordance with own competence.
Formally and informally impart knowledge and skills
to colleagues promoting peer review and best practice within the work
environment, ensuring the delivery of a safe and effective service.
Undertake the collection of pathological specimens
including intravenous blood samples, swabs etc. Perform investigatory
procedures requested by the GPs, only accepting to carry out procedures that
you are appropriately trained to complete.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- -Educated to a degree/diploma level in Paramedicine or equivalent experience.
- -Registered health care profession HCPC
- -Working towards developing masters level or equivalent capability in paramedic areas of practice.
- -prescribing qualification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of two years post qualification experience
- Three years experience as a band 6 or equivalent experience.
- Triage and patient examination skills.
- Knowledge of acute and long-term conditions.
- Prescribing qualification
Desirable
- Worked within a Primary Care setting (GP Practice)
- Clinical System, System 1 / EMIS
- MSc Degree
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- -Educated to a degree/diploma level in Paramedicine or equivalent experience.
- -Registered health care profession HCPC
- -Working towards developing masters level or equivalent capability in paramedic areas of practice.
- -prescribing qualification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of two years post qualification experience
- Three years experience as a band 6 or equivalent experience.
- Triage and patient examination skills.
- Knowledge of acute and long-term conditions.
- Prescribing qualification
Desirable
- Worked within a Primary Care setting (GP Practice)
- Clinical System, System 1 / EMIS
- MSc Degree
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).
