Job summary
We are looking for an experienced Paramedic Practitioner to join our forward-thinking and award-winning practice team based in the heart of Hackney. The successful candidate will be responsible for the provision of advance practitioner services, working as part of the practices multidisciplinary team, delivering care within their scope of practice to the registered patient population. The Paramedic Practitioner will be required to work autonomously in the practice, providing a range of services such as assessment, diagnosis, treatment, telephone triage and referring patients appropriately, as well as supporting the clinical team.
Main duties of the job
As an experienced Paramedic Practitioner, you will work within your professional boundaries and provide clinical care to registered patients. You will utilise your skills in history taking, physical examination, problem-solving, and clinical decision-making to establish a diagnosis and create a management plan. Collaboration with the Duty GP and multi-disciplinary practice team is essential to meet the needs of our patients.
About us
Richmond Road Medical Centre is a well-established and
innovative GP practice based in the Southwest of Hackney. We strive to offer an
accessible, efficient and high-quality service to our patients and are proud to
be amongst the highest performing Practices both locally and nationally in
clinical outcomes. We are committed to the delivery of teaching and training
and encourage ongoing professional development.
The Practice currently host and supervise a complement of
allied healthcare professionals including Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Pharmacists, First Contact
Physiotherapists, Paramedic Practitioners, Social Prescribers, Health and Wellbeing coaches,
Pharmacy Technicians and Physicians Associates. We are looking to continue
to grow our team to continue to support our patients in the fullest way
possible.We are exceptionally proud of our Practice achievements to
date, which include
- Winners - Best Practice Team 2020 [North East &
Central RCGP Awards}
- Winners - GP Team of the Year 2020 [National GP Awards]
- Finalist Public Health & Prevention Award 2021
[National GP Awards]
- Finalist Public Health & Prevention Award 2022
[National GP Awards]
- Winner - NHS Parliamentary Award- Excellence in Primary
care services July 2023
- Winner - Reception Team of the Year 2023 [National GP
Awards]
- Finalist- GP team of the Year and Public Health & Prevention Award 2024 [National GP Awards]
- Winner-London General Practice award 2025 - LMC
Job description
Job responsibilities
- 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. Proactively identify, diagnose and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition (as appropriate).
- Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug- and non-drug-based treatment methods into a management plan.
- 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 patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care
- Assess, identify and refer patients presenting with mental health needs in accordance with Practice and National Guidelines.
- Utilise and demonstrate sensitive communication styles, to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment
- Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating
- Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the HPC.
- Manage and assess risk within the areas of responsibility, ensuring adequate measures are in place to protect staff and patients
- Monitor work areas and practices to ensure they are safe and free from hazards and conform to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines
Job description
Job responsibilities
- 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. Proactively identify, diagnose and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition (as appropriate).
- Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug- and non-drug-based treatment methods into a management plan.
- 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 patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles, and apply principles of self-care
- Assess, identify and refer patients presenting with mental health needs in accordance with Practice and National Guidelines.
- Utilise and demonstrate sensitive communication styles, to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment
- Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating
- Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the HPC.
- Manage and assess risk within the areas of responsibility, ensuring adequate measures are in place to protect staff and patients
- Monitor work areas and practices to ensure they are safe and free from hazards and conform to health, safety and security legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- At least 2 years' experience working within Primary Care / GP setting
- Experience managing acute presentations, including minor illness and injury.
- Experience with home visits and working with elderly and/or housebound patients.
- Requesting and interpreting pathology tests.
- Clinical documentation and coding within electronic systems.
- Understanding of paramedic scope within PGDs and clinical governance.
- Experience with telephone triage and face-to-face consultations.
- Familiarity with infection prevention and control practices.
Desirable
- Experience using EMIS clinical system
- Strong IT skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Paramedic Science or equivalent qualification
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Postgraduate qualification relevant to advanced clinical practice (or working towards)
- Non-medical prescribing qualification (or working towards)
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)
Desirable
- Advanced Clinical Practice MSc or equivalent modules
- Minor illness/minor injury training
- Teaching and mentoring qualification
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- At least 2 years' experience working within Primary Care / GP setting
- Experience managing acute presentations, including minor illness and injury.
- Experience with home visits and working with elderly and/or housebound patients.
- Requesting and interpreting pathology tests.
- Clinical documentation and coding within electronic systems.
- Understanding of paramedic scope within PGDs and clinical governance.
- Experience with telephone triage and face-to-face consultations.
- Familiarity with infection prevention and control practices.
Desirable
- Experience using EMIS clinical system
- Strong IT skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Paramedic Science or equivalent qualification
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Postgraduate qualification relevant to advanced clinical practice (or working towards)
- Non-medical prescribing qualification (or working towards)
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD)
Desirable
- Advanced Clinical Practice MSc or equivalent modules
- Minor illness/minor injury training
- Teaching and mentoring 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).