PCN Paramedic Practitioner

Health Triangle PCN values the continuous development of our MDT, working closely with the local Training Hub to provide comprehensive training pathways. Our practices have structured support systems in place to facilitate training for paramedics on the First Contact Practitioner (FCP) and Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) pathways, including:

1. Advanced assessment training
2. Prescribing support

Our training practices also allow team members to develop expertise in areas such as musculoskeletal medicine, palliative care, dermatology, oncology, and long-term condition management. GPs and the MDT offer consistent support, fostering a collaborative learning culture across the organization.

Flexible Working and Additional Opportunities

We support flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance and welcome part-time applicants. Additionally, there is the option to participate in enhanced access clinics, which currently offer an extra payment incentive.

Main duties of the job

Join Our Team as a Paramedic Practitioner

We are excited to offer an opportunity for a Paramedic Practitioner to join our experienced, enthusiastic clinical team. In this role, you'll be a valued part of our collaborative environment, benefiting from our commitment to ongoing learning and advancement.

About us

Welcome to Health Triangle PCN

Health Triangle PCN is a vibrant, forward-thinking organization dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare to our community. We are proud to comprise a diverse and skilled Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT), which includes:

• Doctors
• Nurses
• Advanced Practitioners
• Paramedic Practitioners
• First Contact Physiotherapists
• Nursing Associates
• Social Prescribers

Our Community and Reach

Our PCN supports a population of 50,000 patients across Bracknell, Crowthorne, and Sandhurst, operating through three established practices. We prioritize a welcoming and innovative approach, with a strong emphasis on education, professional development, and holistic patient care.

Job responsibilities

JOB TITLE: Paramedic Practitioner

REPORTS TO: MDT Lead GP clinically, administratively to PCN Manager

HOURS: Up to 37.5 hours per week

Clinical Responsibilities:

1. Telephone consultations of on-the-day patient requests, to advise on or signpost for self-care, arrange for face-to-face consultations to either see themselves, another member of the clinical team, the Nurse Practitioner, a Practice Nurse, HCA, or to arrange a home visit.
2. Prioritize presenting patients' health problems appropriately in urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of emergency care if required.
3. Assess, examine, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate holistic treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis on an acute or minor illness basis.
4. Provide information and advice to patients in relation to prescribed or over-the-counter medications, side effects, and interactions.
5. Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles and apply principles of self-care where appropriate.
6. Interpret test results such as ECGs, urinalysis, basic laboratory reports, and plan clinical care accordingly.
7. Liaise with the practice nurse team for appropriate follow-up for patients who require wound management or phlebotomy.
8. Arrange investigations as appropriate with secondary care or community services when a need is presented.
9. Follow up patients in the short term to ensure continuity of care.
10. Work collaboratively with other health care professionals and disciplines.
11. Provide a supportive role in helping people manage and live with illness.
12. Discuss with the supervising doctor the needs of patients presenting with complex health needs or conditions requiring treatment, hospital admission, or referral.
13. Undertake home visits within the boundaries of professional qualifications and in accordance with the practice Home Visit Policy.
14. Ensure that any information or advice provided is evidence-based and that knowledge and skills are maintained for safe and effective practice.
15. Participate in the delivery of the Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and support the practice with clinical trials including audit.

Administrative Responsibilities:

1. Participate in the administrative and professional responsibilities of the Practice team.
2. Ensure accurate and legible documentation of all consultations and treatments are recorded in the patients' notes.
3. Use of IT systems such as Accurx to communicate with patients.
4. Attend and participate in meetings and peer support/learning as required.
5. Restocking and maintenance of clinical areas and consulting rooms. Supplies and equipment.
6. Maintenance of equipment and stock relating to patient care.
7. Help cover staff holidays and sickness when required.

Training and Personal Development:

1. Develop and maintain a Professional Portfolio using national guidance such as Health Education England's Specialist/Advanced Level Practice guidance as structure.
2. Maintain requirements for ongoing HPC registration and, if available in the future, national registration with any other Specialist/Advanced level directory of staff (HEE).
3. Training requirements will be monitored by yearly appraisal and will be in accordance with Practice requirements. Personal development will be encouraged and supported by the PCN.
4. Participate in the education and training of students of all disciplines and the introduction of all members of the Practice staff where appropriate.
5. Maintain continued education by attendance at courses and study days as deemed useful or necessary for professional development.
6. If it is necessary to expand the role to include additional responsibilities, full training will be given.

Salary: £20.00 to £24.00 per hour.

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Flexitime
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay
• Funded learning pathways
• Birthday day off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Flexitime
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability
• Overtime

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Qualified as a Paramedic

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.