Job summary
Are you a dynamic, enthusiastic, forward thinking advanced paramedic practitioner in Frailty looking for a new venture with a like-minded clinical team? If so, HRH are looking to employ a full-time advanced paramedic practitioner who has a passion for high quality, patient-led care and a desire to make a difference.
Benefits:
1. Flexible working patterns
2. Access to Employee Assistance Program
3. Access to the NHS pension
Main duties of the job
To provide a high-quality, cost-effective service to the patients of the Practice; focusing on frail and older people, and those with low-level mental health concerns.
You will be working as part of a multi-disciplinary team which include, GP Partners, GPs, Advance Nurse Practitioners, Nurse Practitioners, Paramedic Practitioners, Clinical Pharmacists, Mental Health Nurse, Practice Nurses, Healthcare Assistants and Phlebotomists.
In addition, you will be responsible for face to face and telephone consultations with patients presenting with a wide range of minor illness, urgent and same day requests for treatment and chronic disease management, providing care for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care.
You will need to demonstrate safe, clinical decision-making and expert care, including assessment and diagnostic skills. You will need to prioritise and triage the needs of patients accordingly making any necessary referrals for investigations in the appropriate manner.
A large percentage of the role will be involved the care of frail and elderly patients including the responsibility of patients within care and nursing homes. This will include weekly ward rounds.
Part of your responsibilities will include visiting patients in their home to assess their medical condition and frailty review.
About us
Hastings & Rother Healthcare was formed in 2021 and consists of three GP practices within Hastings and St Leonards. We are an organisation that is rapidly growing and we currently cover the largest patient population in Hastings & St Leonards.
Joining our team means becoming part of a dedicated group of healthcare professionals who share a common vision and values. By putting our patients first and delivering high-quality care, you will contribute to our mission of improving the health and lives of the communities we serve. In return, we can offer excellent remuneration, career development and a supportive clinical working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide a high-quality, cost-effective service to the patients of the Practice; focusing on frail and older people, and those with low-level mental health concerns. You will be working as part of a multi-disciplinary team which include, GP Partners, GPs, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, Nurse Practitioners, Paramedic Practitioners, Clinical Pharmacists, Physiotherapists, Practice Nurses and Healthcare Assistants. You will be responsible for face to face and telephone consultations with patients presenting with a wide range of minor illness, urgent and same day requests for treatment and chronic disease management, providing care for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. You will need to demonstrate safe, clinical decision-making and expert care, including assessment and diagnostic skills. You will need to prioritise and triage the needs of patients accordingly making any necessary referrals for investigations in the appropriate manner. A large percentage of the role will be involved the care of frail and elderly patients including the responsibility of patients within care and nursing homes. This will include weekly ward rounds. Part of your responsibilities will include visiting patients in their home to assess their medical condition and frailty review. You may also be involved in triage of patients.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
4. Experience of working with frail and older patients
5. Two+ years proven record of working as an Advanced Practitioner dealing with patients presenting with a wide range of medical issues
6. Experience of providing specialised advice in relation to care
7. Experience of dealing with patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed conditions
Desirable
8. Previous Experience in General Practice
Qualifications
Essential
9. Full and unrestricted NMC (UK) or HCPC registration
10. RGN, RMN or Paramedic (Minimum degree or equivalent, ideally masters level)
11. Qualification in Physical Assessment skills
12. Prescribing Qualification
Desirable
13. A qualification in Frailty Care
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
14. Evidence of continuing professional development
15. Evidence of clinical knowledge in caring for patients in relevant specialism
16. In-depth knowledge of recent NHS legislation, recommendations for specialist area.
17. In-depth knowledge of relevant national policies and procedures
Desirable
18. Knowledge of EMIS web