This is an excellent opportunity for a registered Paramedic wishing to join Primary care.
We have a rapidly expanding team of healthcare professionals within the Practice, including GPs, Nurses, health care assistants, care-co-ordinators and clinical pharmacists. We are also a training practice for GP Registrars and regularly have medical students with us from both the University of Oxford and University of Buckingham.
Main duties of the job
Job Purpose
To work alongside our Acute Care team, delivering urgent on the day triage and assessment to patients in the surgery. This will involve face to face consultations with patients (adults and children) who present with a wide range of minor illness, urgent and same day requests for treatment.
To work autonomously, as part of a multidisciplinary team with support from the GPs, from the initial history taking and clinical assessment of a patient through to the diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care.
About us
The Windrush Medical Practice sits at the edge of the Cotswolds with a practice population of over 21,289 patients.
We are a well-respected, patient-centred, dispensing GP practice with an outstanding CQC rating.
Our clinical team comprises of 17 GPs, Nurse Prescribers, Nurses, Health Care Assistants, Assistant Practitioners and Clinical Pharmacists and we are looking for an additional Paramedic to join our forward-thinking team.
The Practice participates in medical research projects which are vital in helping to improve clinical care and knowledge. We are also a Postgraduate GP Training practice.
The practice prioritises staff wellbeing and has a dynamic, proactive wellbeing team along with an Employee Assistance Programme.
Job responsibilities
Job Title: Paramedic
Responsible to: Practice Manager
Accountable to: Nursing Operations Manager
Grad/Pay: Dependent on experience
Hours: 20 hours per week
Responsibilities underpinning the role
The following are the core responsibilities expected of the paramedic fulfilling this role. On occasion there may be a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent on factors such as workload and staffing levels:
* Ensure that patients receive high quality clinical care, delivered in a timely manner.
* Ensure complete and accurate documentation of each patient contact using the Emis record system.
* Work as an autonomous practitioner, as part of a multi-disciplinary and multiagency team to ensure patients needs are met.
* Act under/in conjunction with the emergency care lead for the practice, assisting in reviewing emergency protocols and providing updates and training to staff as appropriate.
* Make direct referrals to Primary, Secondary and Social services within locally agreed pathways and protocols.
* Communicate effectively with patients and families regarding complex information about their care.
* Provide advice and information to patients, carers and their families where appropriate.
* Communicate effectively and work collaboratively with medical, nursing, allied health professionals and operational staff to ensure delivery of a co-ordinated service.
* Ensure accurate recordkeeping in line with local policies and HCPC guidelines.
* Promote and demonstrate effective communication networks within the organisation, with partner organisations and other service providers.
* Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical audits identifying areas of best practice and areas for improvement.
* Provide support and supervision to assist others to develop knowledge, skills and abilities.
* Participate in quality improvement within the service.
* Contribute to the on-going development of the service to address identified needs.
* Contribute to research projects undertaken by the practice as appropriate.
* Be aware of, and comply with infection prevention and control policies.
* Tackle discrimination and harassment, and promote equality and diversity in the workplace.
* Demonstrate professional and ethical behaviours at all times when liaising with internal and external colleagues.
This job description is intended as a guide to the duties and responsibilities of the post and should not be regarded as a complete list of those required to be fulfilled under the written statement of the main terms and conditions of employment.
Person Specification
Experience
* Ability to manage and prioritise workload.
* Understanding of Clinical governance and its significance on clinical practice.
* Experience of independent assessment.
* Experience of using referral pathways.
* Experience of working in Primary care.
* Evidence of clinical leadership.
* Experience of non-medical prescribing and using PSDs.
* Experience of computer based clinical systems such as EMIS Web.
* Understanding of Health Education or Promotion.
Skills
* Ability to work autonomously, using clinical judgement to form a diagnosis.
* Skills for managing acute care presentations.
* Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people.
* Knowledge of IT systems - email/word/Microsoft Teams.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Good time management skills, able to prioritise and organise workload for best effect.
* Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion at all times.
* Problem solving & analytical skills.
* Current knowledge of NHS five year plan, as well as Government initiatives and NICE guidelines.
* Ability to follow policy and procedure.
* Able to record/interpret ECGs.
* Knowledge of audit and research.
Personal Qualities
* Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations.
* Ability to work under pressure.
* Flexibility to work outside of core office hours if required.
* Clear vision of role and commitment to working in Primary Care.
Qualifications
* Registered Paramedic (HPC).
* Completed ALS/APLS.
* Evidence of continued professional development.
* ENP/ECP Minor Injuries and Minor Illness course Level 6.
* Attended X-ray/IRMER course.
* Relevant MSc or BSc.
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.
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