Job summary
SOCIABLE HOURS - MONDAY TO FRIDAY (9AM TO 5PM)
The first round of interviews will take place via Teams Meeting within two weeks of the closing date.
The Paramedic Practitioner must have at least 5 years' work experience as a Paramedic and will work autonomously both within the community and within the PCN and Practice based multi-disciplinary team. They will use their enhanced clinical assessment and treatment skills to provide chronic care management or first point of contact for patients presenting with undifferentiated, undiagnosed problems relating to minor illness or injury, abdominal pains, chest pains, headache and mental health crisis.
The practitioner will have direct and immediate access when needed to a GP/Doctor and work under supervision of the GP with which the patient is registered.
Main duties of the job
Assess and triage patients, provide definitive treatment or
make necessary referrals
Assess patients presenting with acute illness or for review
of chronic disease conditions
Undertake home visits for acute illness or chronic disease
management
Possess a valid driving licence
Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a
physiological and psychological perspective and plan clinical care accordingly
Implement and evaluate treatments for patients with undifferentiated
diagnosis / complex needs and follow up
Proactively identify, diagnose and manage treatment plans for
patients at risk of developing a long-term condition
Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions
Advise patients on general healthcare and promote
self-management
Undertake the collection of pathological specimens
Support the delivery of anticipatory care plans
Provide an alternative model to urgent GP home visits
Maintain accurate and contemporaneous health
records
About us
Primary Care Networks (PCNs), supported by Dacorum Healthcare Providers Limited
(DHPL), are developing new and exciting additional roles under the 2020 scheme,
to support GPs and clinical teams at enhancing patient services in the local
community.
There is a
wide socio-economic and demographic served within this area which will provide
an interesting and varied case mix. The
role will contribute to improving quality of patient care across the network of
practices.
We are
delighted to announce that DHPL has been awarded the Herts Valleys
Clinical Commissioning Group (HVCCG) Certificate of Achievement in recognition
of exceptional contribution to the Primary Care workforce under the category of
Supported Retention and Recruitment of Staff. As such, you will be joining an enthusiastic
team of clinicians and administrators and will be well supported with on-going
professional development (training support, CPD and peer support).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Core
Duties
The
Paramedic Practitioner will:
Assess
and triage patients, including same day triage, and as appropriate provide
definitive treatment (including prescribing medications following policy,
patient group directives, NICE (national) and local clinical guidelines and
local care pathways) or make necessary referrals to other members of the
primary care team.
Assess
patients presenting with acute illness or for review of chronic disease
conditions.
Undertake
home visits for acute illness or chronic disease management.
Must
possess a valid driving licence.
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 and follow up as appropriate.
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.
Advise
patients on general healthcare and promote self-management where appropriate,
including signposting patients to other community or voluntary services.
Perform
specialist health checks and reviews; perform and interpret ECGs; perform
investigatory procedures as required.
Undertake
the collection of pathological specimens including intravenous blood samples,
swabs etc.
Support
the delivery of anticipatory care plans as this process develops (e.g.
monitoring blood pressure and diabetes risk of elderly patients living in
sheltered housing).
Provide
an alternative model to urgent and same day GP home visit.
Maintain
accurate and contemporaneous health records appropriate to the consultation,
ensuring accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with
patient healthcare and registration with the practice.
Other Duties:
Work
within the policies of scheme of the practices and PCN.
Promote
client involvement in the management of the service.
Participate
in regular supervision sessions and appraisals with your line manager.
Attend
training and development activities as identified and participate in meetings
as required.
Maintain
administration systems and workspace used in a clean and tidy condition.
Work
flexibly to meet the needs of clients.
To
undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade and purpose of the job as
may be agreed by the post holder.
For
those patients at risk of hospital admission, for example, in a care home or
with complex needs they have a care plan which is communicated to the out of
hours GP service.
On-going training / study leave will
be considered to support personal development.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Core
Duties
The
Paramedic Practitioner will:
Assess
and triage patients, including same day triage, and as appropriate provide
definitive treatment (including prescribing medications following policy,
patient group directives, NICE (national) and local clinical guidelines and
local care pathways) or make necessary referrals to other members of the
primary care team.
Assess
patients presenting with acute illness or for review of chronic disease
conditions.
Undertake
home visits for acute illness or chronic disease management.
Must
possess a valid driving licence.
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 and follow up as appropriate.
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.
Advise
patients on general healthcare and promote self-management where appropriate,
including signposting patients to other community or voluntary services.
Perform
specialist health checks and reviews; perform and interpret ECGs; perform
investigatory procedures as required.
Undertake
the collection of pathological specimens including intravenous blood samples,
swabs etc.
Support
the delivery of anticipatory care plans as this process develops (e.g.
monitoring blood pressure and diabetes risk of elderly patients living in
sheltered housing).
Provide
an alternative model to urgent and same day GP home visit.
Maintain
accurate and contemporaneous health records appropriate to the consultation,
ensuring accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with
patient healthcare and registration with the practice.
Other Duties:
Work
within the policies of scheme of the practices and PCN.
Promote
client involvement in the management of the service.
Participate
in regular supervision sessions and appraisals with your line manager.
Attend
training and development activities as identified and participate in meetings
as required.
Maintain
administration systems and workspace used in a clean and tidy condition.
Work
flexibly to meet the needs of clients.
To
undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade and purpose of the job as
may be agreed by the post holder.
For
those patients at risk of hospital admission, for example, in a care home or
with complex needs they have a care plan which is communicated to the out of
hours GP service.
On-going training / study leave will
be considered to support personal development.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in a training programme approved by the College of Paramedics
- Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration
- able to operate at an advanced level of clinical practice
- has completed the 2 year Consolidation of Learning period as a newly qualified paramedic
- has a further three years experience as a band 6 (or equivalent) paramedic
- Framework for Higher Education Qualification (FHEQ) Level 7 or Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCOF) Level 11
- ability to write comprehensive clinical notes, implement and evaluate care plans
- ability to evidence a sound understanding of the NHS principles and values
- ability to analyse and interpret complex/ often incomplete information, preempt and evaluate issues, and recommend and appropriate course of action to address the issues
- excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
- excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to influence and persuade others articulating a balanced view and able to constructively question information
- ability to negotiate effectively
- build effective relationships with a range of stakeholders which are based on openness, honesty trust and confidence
- strong and inspirational leadership
- ability to co-ordinate and prioritise workloads able to multi-task as well as be self-disciplined and highly motivated
Desirable
- Pre-reg MSc in a training programme approved by the College of Paramedics
- non-medical prescribing qualification
- Full UK driving license
- Evidence of verification against the paramedic primary care roadmap
- experience in managing a designated caseload using theoretical and practical experience, completing assessments, planning, implementing interventions, and evaluating outcomes aligned to care plans
- working knowledge of Microsoft and GP practice and prescribing data monitoring systems
- working towards advanced clinical practitioner status
- mentorship or supervisory skills training
- ability to undertake nails surgery assessments, procedure and post-operative care
- be aware of data protection (GDPR) and confidentiality issues particularly within a PCN
- cognitive behavioural and motivational interviewing approaches / skills
- experience of working within a primary care setting
- evidence of working across organisational boundaries within health and social care
- independent thinker with good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills
- clear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately for diverse audiences
- evidence of success in efficient and effective project and programme management
- evidence of inspiring and motivating teams with the ability to communicate passionately, effectively and persuasively across a diverse set of stakeholders
- high degree of personal credibility, emotional intelligence, patience and flexibility
- ability to cope with unpredictable situations
- confident in facilitating and challenging others
- demonstrates a flexible approach in order to ensure patient care is delivered
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in a training programme approved by the College of Paramedics
- Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration
- able to operate at an advanced level of clinical practice
- has completed the 2 year Consolidation of Learning period as a newly qualified paramedic
- has a further three years experience as a band 6 (or equivalent) paramedic
- Framework for Higher Education Qualification (FHEQ) Level 7 or Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCOF) Level 11
- ability to write comprehensive clinical notes, implement and evaluate care plans
- ability to evidence a sound understanding of the NHS principles and values
- ability to analyse and interpret complex/ often incomplete information, preempt and evaluate issues, and recommend and appropriate course of action to address the issues
- excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
- excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to influence and persuade others articulating a balanced view and able to constructively question information
- ability to negotiate effectively
- build effective relationships with a range of stakeholders which are based on openness, honesty trust and confidence
- strong and inspirational leadership
- ability to co-ordinate and prioritise workloads able to multi-task as well as be self-disciplined and highly motivated
Desirable
- Pre-reg MSc in a training programme approved by the College of Paramedics
- non-medical prescribing qualification
- Full UK driving license
- Evidence of verification against the paramedic primary care roadmap
- experience in managing a designated caseload using theoretical and practical experience, completing assessments, planning, implementing interventions, and evaluating outcomes aligned to care plans
- working knowledge of Microsoft and GP practice and prescribing data monitoring systems
- working towards advanced clinical practitioner status
- mentorship or supervisory skills training
- ability to undertake nails surgery assessments, procedure and post-operative care
- be aware of data protection (GDPR) and confidentiality issues particularly within a PCN
- cognitive behavioural and motivational interviewing approaches / skills
- experience of working within a primary care setting
- evidence of working across organisational boundaries within health and social care
- independent thinker with good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills
- clear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately for diverse audiences
- evidence of success in efficient and effective project and programme management
- evidence of inspiring and motivating teams with the ability to communicate passionately, effectively and persuasively across a diverse set of stakeholders
- high degree of personal credibility, emotional intelligence, patience and flexibility
- ability to cope with unpredictable situations
- confident in facilitating and challenging others
- demonstrates a flexible approach in order to ensure patient care is delivered
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Dacorum Healthcare Providers Ltd
Address
Imex
Maxted Road
Hemel Hempstead Industrial Estate
Hemel Hempstead
Hertfordshire
HP2 7DX
Employer's website
https://www.dhpltd.net/ (Opens in a new tab)
