Description
Sutton Primary Care Networks (PCNs) is looking to employ a Paramedic under the additional roles reimbursement scheme (ARRS) to work within our local Acute Home Visiting Service (AHVS). The role will provide continuity of care for housebound patients within Sutton.
Job Summary: Salary £50K to 57K depending on FCP qualification and experience. ACP trained with digital badge £60K.
Main Duties of the Job:
- Assess, plan, and deliver care in line with the patient's individual needs.
- Work within the community as an autonomous and accountable Paramedic Practitioner.
- Undertake home visits on behalf of the GP practice or PCN as directed.
- Be prepared to assess, diagnose, treat, refer, signpost or educate patients.
- Use advanced clinical skills to provide education to service users.
- Reduce unnecessary conveyance and hospital admissions.
Responsibilities:
- Assess and treat patients within their home setting.
- Clinically examine and assess patient needs.
- Make referrals in collaboration with the referring or duty clinician.
- Follow-up patients in the short term and post discharge.
- Ensure clinical practice is safe and effective.
- Advise patients on general health care and minor ailments.
- Support patients to adopt health promotion strategies.
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 yrs post qualification experience.
- Demonstrable experience working in urgent care and primary care environments.
- Comprehensive patient examination skills.
- Knowledge of common acute and chronic conditions.
- Collaborative working and building relationships.
- Good knowledge of Emis / Clinical system.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- Opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team.
- Professional development and growth.