Job summary Hilton Primary Care Network are looking to welcome an experienced paramedic into our group of three busy practices, on a full or part time basis depending on the successful applicant. Main duties of the job Urgently respond to referrals and provide assessment, diagnosis and treatment at first point of contact by attending to patients, according to patients needs either in the practice or patient homes. Support and continue the development of an on the day emergency patient service in the practice. Accurately triage and prioritise patients, including in emergency situations and telephone triage, demonstrating the use of a variety of techniques to elicit the history of an event/illness, including past medical and drug history. Evaluate clinical information from examination and history taking, and initiate appropriate treatment and/or referral. Review the effectiveness of the treatment provided, making changes where necessary to improve patient outcomes. Maintain accurate clinical records in an efficient manner. This role will offer you the opportunity to build on your experience of working effectively within a multi-disciplinary; healthcare team, as you will work alongside fellow professionals within the practice in support of one another. About us Serving approximately 33,000 patients, across Ampthill and Barton-Le-Clay, Hillton PCN strives to develop collaborative working across the three member practices, aiming to support and strengthen the delivery of primary care services in line with the NHS long-term plan. We aim to achieve high standards of patient-centred care as identified for the specific needs of our population, whilst working to support a resilient and appropriately trained workforce. We operate SystmOne clinical system with a good history of QOF achievement and a CQC rating of "good" across all domains. We currently have a paramedic, three clinical pharmacists, a care coordinator, a social prescriber, two first contact physiotherapists and a primary care network manager. We are also recruiting for further roles to support the future of the network. Date posted 22 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience - depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 7601 Job locations 1 Houghton Close Ampthill Bedford Beds MK45 2TG Job description Job responsibilities If you would like to find out more information about this role, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us. Job description Job responsibilities If you would like to find out more information about this role, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us. Person Specification Experience Essential To be able to effectively assess, plan, treat and refer patients appropriately and evaluate patient care confidently. Have experience of working to protocols guidelines and patient groups/patient specific directives. To exhibit excellent communication skills when dealing with clients. Non verbal and verbal skills required. Have the ability to make clear decisions with confidence and communicate these effectively. To work within the parameters within skills and knowledge, to recognise the limitations of practice and to work within the boundaries of training and capability, according to the NMC Code of Conduct/Health and Care Professions Council. Experience of autonomous practice working and multi-professional team working. Can demonstrate a broad and sound knowledge of complex and common conditions in primary care in both adults and children. Qualifications Essential Be a registered nurse or paramedic with HCPC, with a minimum of 2 years post registration experience, ideally with at least 1 year being in primary care. Have completed ENP/ ECP Minor Injuries and Minor Illness course Level 6 and be a ALS/APLS provider. Person Specification Experience Essential To be able to effectively assess, plan, treat and refer patients appropriately and evaluate patient care confidently. Have experience of working to protocols guidelines and patient groups/patient specific directives. To exhibit excellent communication skills when dealing with clients. Non verbal and verbal skills required. Have the ability to make clear decisions with confidence and communicate these effectively. To work within the parameters within skills and knowledge, to recognise the limitations of practice and to work within the boundaries of training and capability, according to the NMC Code of Conduct/Health and Care Professions Council. Experience of autonomous practice working and multi-professional team working. Can demonstrate a broad and sound knowledge of complex and common conditions in primary care in both adults and children. Qualifications Essential Be a registered nurse or paramedic with HCPC, with a minimum of 2 years post registration experience, ideally with at least 1 year being in primary care. Have completed ENP/ ECP Minor Injuries and Minor Illness course Level 6 and be a ALS/APLS provider. 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 Primary Care Careers Address 1 Houghton Close Ampthill Bedford Beds MK45 2TG Employer's website https://www.eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)