Job summary
Annandale Medical Centre is a friendly, well-established and supportive training practice located in the heart of Potters Bar. We are proud to work from a modern, purpose-built building that provides a welcoming environment for both our patients and our team. Our practice uses EMIS Web to support efficient and safe patient care.
We look after approximately 7,800 patients and place a strong emphasis on teamwork, kindness and mutual support. Our team works closely together, sharing ideas and helping one another through the busy days, while still maintaining a positive atmosphere and a good sense of humour. We believe that a happy and supportive workplace allows us to provide the best possible care for our patients.
We are now looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Paramedic to join our multidisciplinary team. This is a great opportunity to become part of a collaborative and forward-thinking practice where your skills will be valued and where you will be supported to develop and thrive while helping us deliver high-quality care to our community.
Main duties of the job
The postholder, working closely with the Duty
Doctor and wider multidisciplinary team, the Paramedic Practitioner will
contribute to improving access to care, reducing avoidable hospital admissions,
and supporting integrated community-based healthcare delivery.
Your role will require you to
participate in all aspects of patient care through knowledge gained from your
training.
As a paramedic you will provide care for patients from initial
history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, and
management of their care. You will also review patient documents and pathology results and
assist in maintaining patient records.
You will be working as part of an allied
healthcare professional team including Pharmacists, Paramedics, Nurses and Healthcare Assistants, and will be supported and
supervised by a GP.
Our vacancy suit Paramedics keen
to work in an exciting, rewarding and demanding environment.
About us
You will be joining a dynamic and supportive multidisciplinary team within a modern, purpose-built practice.
The practice provides on-site parking and fosters a positive, collaborative working environment.
It is a training practice rated Good by the CQC and is accredited as an Armed Forces Veteran-Friendly GP practice, reflecting a strong commitment to high-quality care, inclusivity, staff development, and excellent patient services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for assessing and managing patients through face-to-face consultations, telephone assessments, and home visits.
They will undertake comprehensive clinical assessments, develop and implement appropriate management plans, and provide treatment, referrals, and safety-netting advice as required.
The role involves managing patients with undifferentiated and complex presentations, recognising potential clinical risks, and escalating cases to a GP or other appropriate services when necessary.
The Paramedic Practitioner will request and interpret appropriate investigations within their scope of practice and support patients by providing health promotion, self-care advice, and guidance to help them manage their conditions effectively.
The post holder will work under appropriate clinical supervision from a GP and will seek guidance where required to support safe and effective decision-making.
They will also support the duty doctor by assisting with patient assessments, managing appropriate same-day demand, and contributing to the safe triage and management of urgent clinical presentations.
Working collaboratively with GPs and the wider multidisciplinary team, the post holder will contribute to clinical discussions and ensure continuity of care. They will maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive clinical records in accordance with professional standards and clinical governance requirements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for assessing and managing patients through face-to-face consultations, telephone assessments, and home visits.
They will undertake comprehensive clinical assessments, develop and implement appropriate management plans, and provide treatment, referrals, and safety-netting advice as required.
The role involves managing patients with undifferentiated and complex presentations, recognising potential clinical risks, and escalating cases to a GP or other appropriate services when necessary.
The Paramedic Practitioner will request and interpret appropriate investigations within their scope of practice and support patients by providing health promotion, self-care advice, and guidance to help them manage their conditions effectively.
The post holder will work under appropriate clinical supervision from a GP and will seek guidance where required to support safe and effective decision-making.
They will also support the duty doctor by assisting with patient assessments, managing appropriate same-day demand, and contributing to the safe triage and management of urgent clinical presentations.
Working collaboratively with GPs and the wider multidisciplinary team, the post holder will contribute to clinical discussions and ensure continuity of care. They will maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive clinical records in accordance with professional standards and clinical governance requirements.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Paramedic with HCPC with experience in clinical assessment and autonomous decision-making.
Desirable
- Experience in primary care is desirable.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in urgent or primary care settings.
- Ability to perform autonomous clinical assessment and decision making.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Knowledge of NHS primary care systems and pathways.
Desirable
- Experience in General Practice or Primary Care Network.
- The successful candidate will be professional, adaptable, patient-focused, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Paramedic with HCPC with experience in clinical assessment and autonomous decision-making.
Desirable
- Experience in primary care is desirable.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in urgent or primary care settings.
- Ability to perform autonomous clinical assessment and decision making.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Knowledge of NHS primary care systems and pathways.
Desirable
- Experience in General Practice or Primary Care Network.
- The successful candidate will be professional, adaptable, patient-focused, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
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).