Paramedic Practitioner/Home Visiting Practitioner

NHS; Swindon; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A local healthcare practice is seeking a qualified Paramedic Practitioner to join their team. The role involves diagnosing and treating minor illnesses, performing home visits, and working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Candidates should have a current UK professional registration and enjoy engaging with patients to provide quality care. This position offers a full-time schedule of 37.5 hours and a competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Qualified Paramedic Practitioner with current UK professional registration.
• Experience in a GP practice is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat patients presenting with minor illnesses.
• Maintain accurate health records.
• Communicate effectively with team members and patients.

Skills

Diagnosis and treatment of minor illnesses

Triage skills

Communication with multidisciplinary teams

Maintaining health records

Continuous Professional Development

Education

Qualified Paramedic Practitioner

Job description

Overview

Paramedic Practitioner/Home Visiting Practitioner. A fully qualified, experienced Paramedic Practitioner is sought to join the Practice Team at Victoria Cross Surgery. The role includes home visiting responsibilities for patients registered at the practice. Hours: 37.5. Salary: £53,000 depending on experience.

Reports to: Senior Partner (Clinical) and Practice and Business Manager (Administrative).

Responsibilities

The role includes clinical and autonomous practice within the Multidisciplinary Team:

• Diagnose and treat patients presenting with minor illness
• Triage and treat patients wishing to see a healthcare professional, making necessary referrals to the primary care team
• Discuss referrals to secondary care with the registered GP where possible
• Maintain safe, effective clinical practice within competency boundaries
• Advise patients on general health and minor ailments, referring to other team members as needed
• Work from the surgery and undertake home visits as an autonomous practitioner
• Operate in accordance with Health Professions Council guidance; maintain personal and professional standards
• Undertake community and in-surgery assessments, using diagnostic skills and initiating investigations where appropriate
• Provide education to service users to promote self-care and informed decision-making
• Communicate with the duty doctor for home visit assessments
• Contribute to peer review and best practice within the work environment
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous health records
• Deliver evidence-based care at high standards and align with local policies
• Engage in Continuous Professional Development and demonstrate standards of development
• Participate in audits and practice change to meet patient needs
• Contribute to team effectiveness and efficiency

Administration and professional responsibilities

• Participate in administrative and professional duties of the practice team
• Keep accurate and legible notes of consultations and treatments
• Keep the clinical computer system up to date
• Ensure service claims are accurate and report issues to the practice administrator
• Complete necessary documentation for patient care and registration
• Maintain statistical information for reports and audits
• Attend and participate in practice meetings
• Ensure indemnity and annual certificates are up to date

Meetings

• Attend and contribute to practice meetings as required

Confidentiality

• Respect patient privacy and confidentiality of information
• Handle information in accordance with Practice policies and data protection laws

Health & Safety

• Promote health, safety and security in the workplace
• Identify and manage risks in work activities
• Utilise infection control procedures and keep areas safe
• Report potential risks

Equality and Diversity

• Respect rights and privacy of patients, carers and colleagues
• Be welcoming, non-judgmental and mindful of individuals’ circumstances

Personal/Professional Development

• Participate in annual performance reviews and ongoing development
• Take responsibility for personal development and learning

Quality

• Contribute to quality and risk awareness within the team
• Assess personal performance and accountability
• Collaborate with other agencies to meet patient needs
• Manage time, workload and resources effectively

Communication

• Communicate effectively with team members, patients and carers
• Adapt communication methods to diverse needs

General

• The above duties are not exhaustive; additional duties may be assigned as appropriate

Qualifications

Essential: Qualified Paramedic Practitioner

Desirable: Experience working in a GP Practice

Other information

• Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975; a DBS disclosure will be required.
• UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.