Job summary Fairbrook Medical Centre has an exciting opportunity for a paramedic practitioner or a nurse practitioner to join our forward thinking, patient focused team based in Borehamwood on a part-time basis. We currently have a paramedic working 2 days a week, so we are looking for the other 3 days, Monday to Wednesday to ensure 5 day coverage. If you are an experienced paramedic/nurse practitioner wanting a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. Main duties of the job Undertake assessment for patients within the community and those attending the surgery, using diagnostic skills and initiation of investigations where appropriate. Make housebound home visits to patients. Manage and treat patients presenting with minor illnesses. Triage and treat patients, making any necessary referrals to other members of the primary health care team. Discuss referrals with GP. Ensure clinical practice is safe and effective and remains within boundaries of competence, and to acknowledge limitations. Advise patients on general health care and minor ailments, with referral to other members of the primary and secondary health care team as necessary. Work from the surgery and within communities as an autonomous practitioner caring for patients and families. Work as an autonomous practitioner, in accordance with the Health and Care Professions Council. Ensure that personal and professional clinical standards are maintained. About us We see our team as our Fairbrook Family, supporting 15,000 patients throughout the community. We look to develop and progress each member through regular mentoring, training, and encouraging and supporting your career progress. Although you will solely work for Fairbrook we will also include you in wider mentoring, training, and support through our PCN to help your development. Further information about the surgery can be found at https://www.fairbrookmedical.co.uk. Date posted 16 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Negotiable Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 8715 Job locations 4 Fairway Ave Borehamwood Hertfordshire WD6 1PR Job description Job responsibilities If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification. Job description Job responsibilities If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification. Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc in a training programme approved by the College of Paramedics Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration Framework for Higher Education Qualification (FHEQ) Level 7 or Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCOF) Level 11 Pre-reg MSc in a training programme approved by the College of Paramedics Driving Licence as the role will be visiting patients Desirable non-medical prescribing qualification Experience Essential A minimum of three years post registration with demonstrable experience of using diagnostic skills or a nurse practitioner with relevant experience. Desirable Experience in a primary care setting is desirable; however induction and training in a primary care setting will be given. A prescribing paramedic or prescribing nurse practitioner would also be desirable. Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc in a training programme approved by the College of Paramedics Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration Framework for Higher Education Qualification (FHEQ) Level 7 or Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCOF) Level 11 Pre-reg MSc in a training programme approved by the College of Paramedics Driving Licence as the role will be visiting patients Desirable non-medical prescribing qualification Experience Essential A minimum of three years post registration with demonstrable experience of using diagnostic skills or a nurse practitioner with relevant experience. Desirable Experience in a primary care setting is desirable; however induction and training in a primary care setting will be given. A prescribing paramedic or prescribing nurse practitioner would also be desirable. 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 4 Fairway Ave Borehamwood Hertfordshire WD6 1PR Employer's website https://www.eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)