Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen at Benchill Medical Practice in Wythenshawe, Manchester to recruit a Paramedic to work as part of a multidisciplinary team to serve our 10,500 patients. We belong to Wythenshawe Primary Care Network which consists of 7 practices serving 60,000 patients. This exciting opportunity is to work directly in one practice to support patients from varying background and patient demographics. The role is pivotal to improving the quality of care and operational efficiencies so requires motivation and passion to deliver excellent service. The role will provide remote and face-to-face assessment of health and clinical needs for patients presenting to primary care. The post holder will triage, clinically assess, examine and develop a clinical impression, differential diagnosis, final diagnosis as appropriate to inform their preferred treatment plan for patients across placement settings. Main duties of the job Develop and maintain a specialist level of knowledge across a range of clinical procedures. This will typically involve specialist knowledge and skills in triage, history taking, structured physical examination skills, problem-solving and clinical decision-making to develop a clinical impression/differential/final diagnosis for patients. Work alongside a nominated GP in providing a first point of contact for patients presenting with undifferentiated, undiagnosed problems across a variety of clinical or non-clinical settings according to patients needs (e.g. at the patients home). Evaluate information from clinical examinations and/or triage to initiate appropriate treatment and/or referral. This includes appropriate signposting of patients to plan care for patients. Plan provision of care for patients as appropriate e.g. onward referral to clinical services, self-care advice and prevention advice. Consider holistic aspects and work in accordance with wider guidelines, protocols, policies and patient care pathways. Work in partnership and liaise with multi-disciplinary teams within primary, urgent, community secondary care, to promote integrated approaches to patient care and seamless patient referral into appropriate healthcare services and pathways. Ensure safe handover of care within and outside GP and NWAS as appropriate. Communicate sensitive and confidential information concerning patients requiring empathy, persuasion and reassurance. About us We are proud to be apart of the NHS and our mission is to provide safe, efficient healthcare for our patients and their families, andto ensure that everyone working within our practice is happy in their work and feels valued and supported by the team. Date posted 20 December 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £44,000 to £48,000 a year Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number B0114-24-0007 Job locations Benchill Medical Practice 171 Brownley Road, Benchill Manchester M204SS Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will typically work under the remote supervision and direction of a GP or Advanced Clinical Practitioner, developing their clinical skills and knowledge to work more independently and benefit patients across the entire healthcare system. Your role is an essential part of our evolving dynamic and forward-thinking practice, working to provide enhanced care experience to patients in line with a with a view to improving health inequalities. Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will typically work under the remote supervision and direction of a GP or Advanced Clinical Practitioner, developing their clinical skills and knowledge to work more independently and benefit patients across the entire healthcare system. Your role is an essential part of our evolving dynamic and forward-thinking practice, working to provide enhanced care experience to patients in line with a with a view to improving health inequalities. Person Specification Experience Essential Consolidated experience of clinical practice Ambulance and or primary care settings, including assessing patients with minor illnesses and injuries. Understanding of patient management within primary and urgent care settings. Experience of clinically supervising peers or junior colleagues in practice. Working knowledge of 999 primary and secondary triage systems within UK Ambulance Services. Experience of participating in and leading on clinical audits in the practice setting. Desirable Experience of coaching and mentoring. Proven background of building positive rapport with a diverse range of clinical colleagues, services and patients Previous experience of working with Patient Group Directives (PGDs) or similar Previous experience of remote working. Previous experience of supporting or managing change Qualifications Essential Paramedic with current professional registration Educated to Diploma or DipHE level or equivalent demonstrable experience in practice Working towards or completed module in clinical assessment and diagnostics (or equivalent course) or equivalent experience in clinical practice Desirable Coaching & mentoring and/or leadership qualification Minor injuries / illness course or equivalent experience Prescriber Person Specification Experience Essential Consolidated experience of clinical practice Ambulance and or primary care settings, including assessing patients with minor illnesses and injuries. Understanding of patient management within primary and urgent care settings. Experience of clinically supervising peers or junior colleagues in practice. Working knowledge of 999 primary and secondary triage systems within UK Ambulance Services. Experience of participating in and leading on clinical audits in the practice setting. Desirable Experience of coaching and mentoring. Proven background of building positive rapport with a diverse range of clinical colleagues, services and patients Previous experience of working with Patient Group Directives (PGDs) or similar Previous experience of remote working. Previous experience of supporting or managing change Qualifications Essential Paramedic with current professional registration Educated to Diploma or DipHE level or equivalent demonstrable experience in practice Working towards or completed module in clinical assessment and diagnostics (or equivalent course) or equivalent experience in clinical practice Desirable Coaching & mentoring and/or leadership qualification Minor injuries / illness course or equivalent experience Prescriber 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 SMGPF Ltd. Address Benchill Medical Practice 171 Brownley Road, Benchill Manchester M204SS Employer's website https://smgpf.ltd/ (Opens in a new tab)