Community Paramedic Practitioner: Home Visits & Acute Care

Maryport Health Services; Maryport; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in Maryport seeks a registered paramedic to join its team. The role involves working independently in the community to assess and treat patients with acute health presentations. Responsibilities include conducting home visits, providing definitive treatment, and ensuring effective communication with patients and colleagues. The ideal candidate is registered, holds a degree in paramedicine, and possesses strong clinical assessment skills. Competitive salary and supportive working environment offered.

Benefits

NHS pension scheme

6 weeks holiday plus bank holidays

Free tea and coffee

Birthday off

Free parking

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered with the Health and Care Professionals Council.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and their families.
• Experience in a primary care setting or Primary Care Network.

Responsibilities

• Work independently within the community assessing patients.
• Provide definitive treatment or necessary referrals.
• Conduct home visits and perform health checks.

Skills

Patient assessment skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Paramedicine

Registered with Health and Care Professionals Council

Postgraduate qualifications in minor injury/illness

Tools

EMIS Web

Basic medical equipment

Job description

A local healthcare provider in Maryport seeks a registered paramedic to join its team. The role involves working independently in the community to assess and treat patients with acute health presentations. Responsibilities include conducting home visits, providing definitive treatment, and ensuring effective communication with patients and colleagues. The ideal candidate is registered, holds a degree in paramedicine, and possesses strong clinical assessment skills. Competitive salary and supportive working environment offered.