Autonomous Paramedic in Primary Care - Advanced Practice

NHS Jobs; Taunton (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Jobs in Massachusetts invites a qualified Paramedic to join our Primary Care team as an autonomous clinician delivering assessment, diagnosis and management of acute and ongoing healthcare needs. You will work with GPs and Practice Nurses to provide safe, patient-centred care.

Responsibilities include independent clinical assessments, home visits for patients unable to attend the surgery, and developing treatment plans with appropriate follow-up.

Qualifications

• Registered paramedic with current practice license.
• Experience in acute and primary care settings preferred.
• Willingness to undertake home visits and MDT work.

Responsibilities

• Undertake independent clinical assessments of patients with acute conditions and minor illness.
• Conduct home visits to assess and manage patients unable to attend the surgery.
• Develop and implement appropriate treatment and management plans with safety-netting advice.
• Collaborate with GPs, Practice Nurses and MDTs to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records and follow governance policies.

Job description

NHS Jobs in Massachusetts invites a qualified Paramedic to join our Primary Care team as an autonomous clinician delivering assessment, diagnosis and management of acute and ongoing healthcare needs. You will work with GPs and Practice Nurses to provide safe, patient-centred care.

Responsibilities include independent clinical assessments, home visits for patients unable to attend the surgery, and developing treatment plans with appropriate follow-up.