Job summary Benfleet PCN has an exciting opportunity for a hardworking and enthusiastic emergency care practitioner (ECP)/paramedic, to join our PCN to support our 7GP practices and assist in re-shaping primary care across our communities. This position is offered on a full-time basis, 37.5 hours per week. ECPs/paramedics work independently within their scope of practice in the community, using their enhanced clinical assessment and treatment skills to assess and manage patients presenting with acute presentations which include minor illness or injury. If you are an experienced emergency care practitioner (ECP)/paramedic wanting a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. Main duties of the job Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) within the PCN. Provide an alternative model to urgent and same day GP home visit for the network. Assess and triage patients, perform specialist health checks and reviews. Advise patients on general healthcare and promote self-management where appropriate. Perform investigatory procedures as required. Perform and interpret ECGs. Communicate effectively with patients and, where appropriate, family members and their carers, where applicable, complex and sensitive information regarding their physical health needs, results, findings and treatment choices. Communicate proactively and effectively with all colleagues across the multi-disciplinary team, attending and contributing to meetings as required. About us Benfleet PCN was formed in June 2019 with seven like-minded practices wanting to provide a joined up integrated service for our population. The PCN now includes over 40 staff members, and we have been known as the accelerator PCN in Mid and South Essex. The PCN provides services for just under 48,000 patients across the patch. Our PCN includes the following practices: Dr Khan and Partners St Georges Medical Practice The Hollies Surgery Essex Way Surgery P.A. Patel Surgery High Road Family Doctors Benfleet Surgery We offer the following benefits: 30 days annual leave bank holidays. NHS pension option available. Training opportunities including competitive NMP available. Mentor/peer support. Weekly PCN fully funded training provided once a week with normal working hours. Flexible. We are a friendly and supportive team that strive to achieve the best for our patients we would love to welcome you. Date posted 13 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Band 7 equivalent Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 8728 Job locations St George's Medical Practice 91 Rushbottom Lane Benfleet Essex SS7 4EA 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 Experience Essential Completed a two-year Consolidation of Learning period when a newly qualified paramedic. Completed a further three years experience as a band 6 (or equivalent) paramedic. Have previously worked within a primary care setting or PCN. Willingness to work flexible hours to meet work demands. Qualifications Essential Be a registered paramedic, with current HCPC registration. Educated to degree level in paramedicine or equivalent experience. Working towards developing Level 7 capability in paramedic areas of practice and, within six months of the commencement of reimbursement for that individual (or a longer time period as agreed with the commissioner). Completed and been signed off formally within the clinical pillar competencies of the Advanced Clinical Practice Framework. Person Specification Experience Essential Completed a two-year Consolidation of Learning period when a newly qualified paramedic. Completed a further three years experience as a band 6 (or equivalent) paramedic. Have previously worked within a primary care setting or PCN. Willingness to work flexible hours to meet work demands. Qualifications Essential Be a registered paramedic, with current HCPC registration. Educated to degree level in paramedicine or equivalent experience. Working towards developing Level 7 capability in paramedic areas of practice and, within six months of the commencement of reimbursement for that individual (or a longer time period as agreed with the commissioner). Completed and been signed off formally within the clinical pillar competencies of the Advanced Clinical Practice Framework. 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 St George's Medical Practice 91 Rushbottom Lane Benfleet Essex SS7 4EA Employer's website https://www.eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)