PCN Paramedic Practitioner inBracknell inBracknell PUBLISHED
FRI 15 NOV 2024
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In addition to clinical duties, the practitioner will participate in administrative responsibilities such as maintaining accurate patient records and helping with equipment management. The role emphasises continuous growth, with support for further education, training, and development of personal portfolios. The practice offers a range of benefits, including competitive hourly pay, pension contributions, and options for enhanced access clinics. Overall, this position is ideal for paramedics looking to advance their careers in a supportive and innovative healthcare environment.
Commitment to Growth and Development
Health Triangle PCN values the continuous development of our MDT, working closely with the local Training Hub to provide comprehensive training pathways. Our practices have structured support systems in place to facilitate training for paramedics on the First Contact Practitioner (FCP) and Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) pathways, including:
Advanced assessment training
Prescribing support
Specialized skill development beyond minor illness
Our training practices also allow team members to develop expertise in areas such as musculoskeletal medicine, palliative care, dermatology, oncology, and long-term condition management. GPs and the MDT offer consistent support, fostering a collaborative learning culture across the organisation.
Flexible Working and Additional Opportunities
We support flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance and welcome part-time applicants. Additionally, there is the option to participate in enhanced access clinics, which currently offer an extra payment incentive.
Join Our Team as a Paramedic Practitioner
We are excited to offer an opportunity for a Paramedic Practitioner to join our experienced, enthusiastic clinical team. In this role, youll be a valued part of our collaborative environment, benefiting from our commitment to ongoing learning and advancement.
About us
JOB TITLE: Paramedic Practitioner
REPORTS TO: MDT Lead GP clinically, administratively to PCN Manager
HOURS: Up to 37.5 hours per week
About Us
Welcome to Health Triangle PCN
Health Triangle PCN is a vibrant, forward-thinking organisation dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare to our community. We are proud to comprise a diverse and skilled Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT), which includes:
Doctors
Nurses
Advanced Practitioners
Paramedic Practitioners
Clinical Pharmacists
First Contact Physiotherapists
Nursing Associates
Mental Health Practitioners
Social Prescribers
Care Coordinators
Our Community and Reach
Our PCN supports a population of 50,000 patients across Bracknell, Crowthorne, and Sandhurst, operating through three established practices. We prioritize a welcoming and innovative approach, with a strong emphasis on education, professional development, and holistic patient care.
Join Our Team as a Paramedic Practitioner
We are excited to offer an opportunity for a Paramedic Practitioner to join our experienced, enthusiastic clinical team. In this role, youll be a valued part of our collaborative environment, benefiting from our commitment to ongoing learning and advancement.
Commitment to Growth and Development
Health Triangle PCN values the continuous development of our MDT, working closely with the local Training Hub to provide comprehensive training pathways. Our practices have structured support systems in place to facilitate training for paramedics on the First Contact Practitioner, FCP, and Advanced Clinical Practitioner, ACP, pathways, including:
Advanced assessment training
Prescribing support
Specialized skill development beyond minor illness
Our training practices also allow team members to develop expertise in areas such as musculoskeletal medicine, palliative care, dermatology, oncology, and long-term condition management. GPs and the MDT offer consistent support, fostering a collaborative learning culture across the organisation.
Flexible Working and Additional Opportunities
We support flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance and welcome part-time applicants. Additionally, there is the option to participate in enhanced access clinics, which currently offer an extra payment incentive.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical
Telephone consultations of on the day patient requests, to advise on or signpost for self-care, arrange for face-to-face consultations to either see themselves, another member of the clinical team, the Nurse Practitioner, a Practice Nurse, HCA, or to arrange a home visit
To prioritise presenting patients health problems appropriately in urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of emergency care if required
Assess, examine, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate holistic treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis on an acute or minor illness basis
Provide information and advice to patients in relation to prescribed or over the counter medications, side effects and interactions.
Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies that promote healthy lifestyles and apply principles of self-care where appropriate.
Interpret test results such as ECGs, urinalysis, basic laboratory reports and plan clinical care accordingly
To liaise with the practice nurse team for appropriate follow up for patients who require wound management or phlebotomy.
To arrange investigations as appropriate with secondary care or community services when a need is presented
To follow up patients in the short-term to ensure continuity of care
Work collaboratively with other health care professionals and disciplines.
Provide a supportive role in helping people to manage and live with illness.
To discuss with the supervising doctor the needs of patients presenting with complex health needs or conditions requiring treatment, hospital admission or referral
Undertake home visits within the boundaries of professional qualifications and in accordance with the practice Home Visit Policy
To ensure that any information or advice provided is evidence based and that knowledge and skills are maintained for safe and effective practice
Participate in the delivery of the Quality and Outcomes Framework, QOF, and support the practice with clinical trials including audit
Administrative responsibilities include:
Participate in the administrative and professional responsibilities of the Practice team.
Ensure accurate and legible documentation of all consultations and treatments are recorded in the patients notes.
Use of IT systems such as Accurx to communicate with patients
Attend and participate in meetings and peer support / learning as required
Restocking and maintenance of clinical areas and consulting rooms. Supplies and equipment
Maintenance of equipment and stock relating to patient care
To help cover staff holidays and sickness when required
Training and personal development
Develop and maintain a Professional Portfolio using national guidance such as Health Education Englands Specialist / Advanced Level Practice guidance as structure.
Maintain requirements for ongoing HPC registration and, if available in the future, national registration with any other Specialist / Advanced level directory of staff (HEE).
Training requirements will be monitored by yearly appraisal and will be in accordance with Practice requirements. Personal development will be encouraged and supported by the PCN.
Participate in the education and training of students of all disciplines and the introduction of all members of the Practice staff where appropriate
Maintain continued education by attendance at courses and study days as deemed useful or necessary for professional development.
If it is necessary to expand the role to include additional responsibilities, full training will be given.
Salary is £20.00 to £24.00 per hour.
Benefits:
Company events
Company pension
Employee discount
Flexitime
Free flu jabs
Free parking
On-site parking
Private medical insurance
Sick pay
Store discount
Funded learning patheways
Birthday day off
Schedule:
Day shift
Flexitime
Monday to Friday
Weekend availability
Overtime
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