Primary Care Network Paramedic

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Greater London is looking for a qualified Paramedic to evaluate and treat patients in a daily walk-in clinic. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of post-registration experience and be registered with the HCPC. Responsibilities include providing evidence-based care, using specialist equipment, and collaborating with GPs to manage patient care effectively. A full driving licence and independent prescribing qualification are beneficial. The role is integral to delivering high-quality patient care within the community.

Qualifications

• Registered Paramedic with the Health and Care Professions Council.
• Minimum of 2 years post-registration experience.
• Independent prescriber certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and treat minor illness in the daily walk-in clinic.
• Communicate at all levels within the team ensuring effective service.
• Deliver evidence-based care at the highest standards.

Skills

Patient assessment

Use of ECG machines

Holistic patient care

Medication prescription

Education

Qualified Paramedic registered with the HCPC

Full driving licence

Independent prescriber certification (desirable)

Job description

Job summary

The post holder will be employed by Greenwich Health, the GP Federation in Greenwich. Greenwich has 7 primary care networks with list sizes of between 30-80,000 patients. The Post holder will work for Riverview Primary Care Network, a grouping of 5 practices.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and treat minor illness in the daily walk‑in clinic
• Use specialist equipment including nebulisers, ECG machines and read ECGs
• Undertake routine assessments of patients with acute health problems or long‑term conditions in their home in collaboration with the duty GP where necessary
• Provide advice and treatment in collaboration with the duty GP to manage acute symptoms or long‑term conditions within the patient’s home to avoid unnecessary hospital visits
• Where a prescribing qualification is held, prescribe medications in line with personal clinical competence and local guidelines
• Take a holistic approach to patient care, integrating medical, social and psychological needs
• Encourage patients to manage their own care and treatment where safe and appropriate, and provide health education
• Refer patients to alternative health and/or social services
• Undertake any other additional duties appropriate to the post as requested by the Partners or the Practice Manager
• Communicate at all levels within the team ensuring an effective service is delivered
• Maintain accurate, contemporary healthcare records appropriate to the consultation
• Deliver evidence‑based care at the highest standards ensuring high quality patient care
• Participate in audit, evaluation and practice change to meet patient needs
• Contribute positively to team effectiveness and efficiency, seeking advice or support when working at the limit of personal knowledge and/or competence

Qualifications

• Qualified Paramedic registered with the HCPC
• Full driving licence
• Independent prescriber certification (desirable)

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years post‑registration experience
• Experience in an urgent care setting or rapid response vehicle (essential)
• Experience in telephone consultation and triaging (desirable)

Additional information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

• Greenwich Health Ltd
• 25 John Wilson Street, London SE18 6PZ