Job summary
We are a busy dual site practice looking for a capable, patient-focused ANP or Paramedic to support our Duty Doctor Team. We already have one Paramedic who works with the Duty Team, and he's been so successful that we're looking for another!
The day-to-day of this role would be working alongside the Duty Doctors to see acute cases, with potential for sub-acute home visits. Our patient population is 24,000 and we have a very varied population, so no two days will never be the same!
We are looking for someone competent in Minor Illness and acute care, who can work with children and adults. Although being a prescriber is not essential, it would be a plus, as would experience working in primary care.
Main duties of the job
The post holder would expertly assess, provide differential diagnosis, and treat acute episodes of minor health, injury, and illness conditions. Working autonomously, you would triage via phone and see patients face-to-face and then, with your professionalcompetencies, organise further tests and follow up as need be.
About us
The Beaumont Elms Practice consists of 19 Beaumont Street and Elms Road and consists of around 24,000 patients who keep us busy! Our team of 85 staff members include 25 GPs, 9 nurses, 3 Pharmacists, a Pharmacy Tech, 5 HCAs, 2 FCPs, a Physician Associate, an SNA, and multiple Social Prescribers!
We are also a teaching practice, and have recently won an award for teaching excellence, and have received an award for research.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder would:
- Assess, diagnose, and treat a range of Minor Illness and acute issues, including:- Coughs, cold, and flu- Earache- UTIs (signposting simple cases to Pharmacy First) - Diarrhoea and vomiting, and other gastro related acute illness- Rashes- Minor injuries including sprains and some wounds- Abdominal pain- Minor chest pain- Sexual Health issues (where not appropriate to signpost to Sexual Health Clinic)
- Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective and plan clinical care accordingly.
- Provide a comprehensive care plan including other members of the multidisciplinary team where needed.
- Demonstrate the ability to work independently and perform comprehensive patient assessments based upon the patients clinical record and physical examination.
- Prevent inappropriate hospital admissions or attendances to the emergency department by providing/co-coordinating the provision of specialist care by other agencies for the patient in the most appropriate and agreed environment.
- Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs, within the post holders knowledge and skills and in accordance with National and Local Guidelines.
- Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care.
- 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.
- Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care
- Participate in audits and inspections as appropriate.
- Work closely with the doctors and managers/admin in the setting up and/or improving of practice systems for monitoring/measuring performance against Clinical Governance and Quality Indicator targets.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder would:
- Assess, diagnose, and treat a range of Minor Illness and acute issues, including:- Coughs, cold, and flu- Earache- UTIs (signposting simple cases to Pharmacy First) - Diarrhoea and vomiting, and other gastro related acute illness- Rashes- Minor injuries including sprains and some wounds- Abdominal pain- Minor chest pain- Sexual Health issues (where not appropriate to signpost to Sexual Health Clinic)
- Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective and plan clinical care accordingly.
- Provide a comprehensive care plan including other members of the multidisciplinary team where needed.
- Demonstrate the ability to work independently and perform comprehensive patient assessments based upon the patients clinical record and physical examination.
- Prevent inappropriate hospital admissions or attendances to the emergency department by providing/co-coordinating the provision of specialist care by other agencies for the patient in the most appropriate and agreed environment.
- Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs, within the post holders knowledge and skills and in accordance with National and Local Guidelines.
- Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care.
- 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.
- Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care
- Participate in audits and inspections as appropriate.
- Work closely with the doctors and managers/admin in the setting up and/or improving of practice systems for monitoring/measuring performance against Clinical Governance and Quality Indicator targets.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in Primary Care
- Experience in working with acute cases and Minor Illness Clinics
- Experience of working independently and managing your own workload
- Experience with children and adults
Desirable
- Experience in the Oxfordshire area and knowledge of our referral processes and local resources
- Experience using EMIS
Attributes
Essential
- A strong sense of own clinical limitations and competencies, and the ability to place firm boundaries regarding these
- A history of patient focused care
- A proven history of being involved in practice matters, like clinical case discussion meetings and Quality Improvement
Qualifications
Essential
- A relevant degree in a training program approved by the College of Paramedics or Nursing and Midwifery Council
- Registration in the HCPC or NMC
Desirable
- A non-medical prescribing qualification
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in Primary Care
- Experience in working with acute cases and Minor Illness Clinics
- Experience of working independently and managing your own workload
- Experience with children and adults
Desirable
- Experience in the Oxfordshire area and knowledge of our referral processes and local resources
- Experience using EMIS
Attributes
Essential
- A strong sense of own clinical limitations and competencies, and the ability to place firm boundaries regarding these
- A history of patient focused care
- A proven history of being involved in practice matters, like clinical case discussion meetings and Quality Improvement
Qualifications
Essential
- A relevant degree in a training program approved by the College of Paramedics or Nursing and Midwifery Council
- Registration in the HCPC or NMC
Desirable
- A non-medical prescribing qualification
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).
