Job summary CYGNET Primary Care Network (PCN) is looking to recruit an innovative and enthusiastic Paramedic / Advanced Clinical Practitioner to work in primary care. The successful candidate will deliver new and innovative services to meet the needs of our patients. You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team as a key first point of contact practitioner for acute presentations. The role will deliver clinical care to patients, supporting clinicians, practice, and primary care staff within CYGNET PCN. We are adopting a holistic approach to assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Pay is negotiable depending on experience. The position is full-time and benefits from NHS Pension scheme membership. Informal enquiries / visits welcome. Please note that this advert may close early depending on the number of applicants. Main duties of the job Key areas of work: Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly Take a comprehensive patient history, conduct physical examinations, and use expert knowledge and clinical judgment to identify the potential diagnosis Undertake the collection of pathological specimens including intravenous blood samples, swabs etc. Perform investigatory procedures requested by the clinicians. Refer patients for investigations and/ or the appropriate specialist where appropriate Use practical experience to plan and provide skilled and competent care to meet patients' health and social care needs, involving other members of the wider health care team as appropriate. Liaise and seek advice from appropriate healthcare professionals Access to a vehicle and a full driving licence is essential for this post. About us Cygnet PCN covers a large geographical area within the East Riding of Yorkshire. Our network covers over 52,000 patients and is made up of the five following GP Practices: Bartholomew Medical Group Snaith & Rawcliffe Medical Group Montague Medical Practice Howden Medical Centre Gilberdyke Health Centre Our network comprises of a range of roles from Clinical Director to Care Co-ordinator. PCN's build on existing primary care services and enable greater provision of proactive, personalised, coordinated and more integrated health and social care for people close to home. Our PCN are proactively providing care and services for the people and communities we serve. New roles are being introduced to the network as we are expanding into different areas of healthcare. The network provides a single point of access for the nursing, residential and learning disability homes in the area. All our team are passionate and committed to making a difference to patient care. Date posted 14 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Job share Reference number A1791-25-0000 Job locations Gilberdyke Health Centre Thornton Dam Lane Gilberdyke Brough HU15 2UL Montague Medical Practice Fifth Avenue Goole DN146JD Howden Medical Centre Pinfold Street Howden Goole DN147DD Bartholomew Medical Group Woodland Avenue Goole DN146RU The Snaith & Rawcliffe Medical Group Butt Lane Snaith Goole DN149DY Job description Job responsibilities The post-holder will work across the CYGNET PCN demographic as an autonomous, accountable advanced clinical practitioner to assess, consult and treat patients in residential/care homes and in primary care settings. A variety of consultation skills, both face to face and remote, will be key to providing and supporting this cohort of our population. The post-holder will be suitably qualified with a valid registration with HCPC or NMC. An independent prescribing qualification is desirable. Patients will be triaged, assessed, and appropriately signposted in accordance with agreed rotas and systems. These will typically be patients presenting with a wide range of acute illness, urgent, same day requests for treatment and chronic disease management. You will be providing care for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of care. Job description Job responsibilities The post-holder will work across the CYGNET PCN demographic as an autonomous, accountable advanced clinical practitioner to assess, consult and treat patients in residential/care homes and in primary care settings. A variety of consultation skills, both face to face and remote, will be key to providing and supporting this cohort of our population. The post-holder will be suitably qualified with a valid registration with HCPC or NMC. An independent prescribing qualification is desirable. Patients will be triaged, assessed, and appropriately signposted in accordance with agreed rotas and systems. These will typically be patients presenting with a wide range of acute illness, urgent, same day requests for treatment and chronic disease management. You will be providing care for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of care. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Professional Qualification HPC or equivalent Ability to manage and prioritise workload Proven ability to work autonomously and as part of a team Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service Able to use own clinical judgement to make a diagnosis Excellent communication skills Sound organisational skills Able to professionally and appropriately challenge differing opinions as a patient advocate Advanced IT skills including use of MS Office Clinical systems proficiency (SystemOne/EMIS desirable) Record keeping skills Understanding of Confidentiality and the Data Protection Act Understanding of clinical governance Awareness of equality and valuing diversity principles Evidence of experience and competencies Able and willing to develop professionally Able to promote a learning environment Ability to manage and prioritise workload Experience as an autonomous practitioner Primary, secondary or community care experience Triage skills Venepuncture skills ECG Interpretation skills Experience of clinical audit Desirable Independent non-medical prescriber Minor illness qualification Completed Clinical Leadership programme Experience as an autonomous practitioner Primary, secondary or community care experience Triage skills Venepuncture skills ECG Interpretation skills Experience of clinical audit Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Professional Qualification HPC or equivalent Ability to manage and prioritise workload Proven ability to work autonomously and as part of a team Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service Able to use own clinical judgement to make a diagnosis Excellent communication skills Sound organisational skills Able to professionally and appropriately challenge differing opinions as a patient advocate Advanced IT skills including use of MS Office Clinical systems proficiency (SystemOne/EMIS desirable) Record keeping skills Understanding of Confidentiality and the Data Protection Act Understanding of clinical governance Awareness of equality and valuing diversity principles Evidence of experience and competencies Able and willing to develop professionally Able to promote a learning environment Ability to manage and prioritise workload Experience as an autonomous practitioner Primary, secondary or community care experience Triage skills Venepuncture skills ECG Interpretation skills Experience of clinical audit Desirable Independent non-medical prescriber Minor illness qualification Completed Clinical Leadership programme Experience as an autonomous practitioner Primary, secondary or community care experience Triage skills Venepuncture skills ECG Interpretation skills Experience of clinical audit 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Cygnet PCN Address Gilberdyke Health Centre Thornton Dam Lane Gilberdyke Brough HU15 2UL Employer's website https://cygnetpcn.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)