Paramedic Practitioner

Job summary
The Vale Medical Practice is a forward-thinking, innovative and supportive training practice committed to delivering high-quality patient care whilst ensuring excellent work-life balance for our clinicians.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Paramedic Practitioner to join our growing multidisciplinary team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a progressive practice that embraces new ways of working and actively supports professional development, portfolio careers and leadership opportunities.

Main duties of the job
Key Information:

• 48 sessions per week (flexible and negotiable)
• Competitive salary (dependent on qualifications, experience and prescribing status)
• NHS Pension Scheme
• NHS Terms and Conditions
• Permanent position (part-time or full-time considered)

Optional Extended Access Sessions:

• Monday and Wednesday: 5.00pm - 8.00pm
• Enhanced hourly rate available

We actively support the professional development of our clinicians through:

• Individualised coaching and career development
• Support to develop specialist interests including opportunities to become a clinical supervisor or mentor
• Access to Training Hub programmes, including Advanced Practice development pathways, Peer support networks, Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities
• Health and wellbeing support, including access to the Shiny Mind app

About us
The Vale Medical Practice is a forward-thinking and innovative practice.

We embrace new ways of working and welcome ideas that improve patient care and enhance clinician satisfaction. We work closely with our local commissioners and regularly participate in innovative projects and pilot schemes. We actively support clinicians who wish to become involved in service development, teaching, research or specialist clinical areas.

Benefits include:

• NHS Pension Scheme
• NHS Terms and Conditions
• Funded CPD opportunities
• Supportive clinical supervision
• Career progression opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements

We offer:

• Paper-light, digital-first practice with streamlined and efficient systems
• Minimal administrative burden with excellent clinical and administrative support
• Streamlined total triage system with pre-consultation work-up and prioritisation
• Protected time for follow-ups and continuity of care
• Expanding portfolio of onsite outpatient clinics
• Opportunity to undertake Extended Access sessions for additional flexibility and income
• Supportive team culture with regular team-building and social events
• Weekly clinical meetings for shared learning and peer support
• Free onsite parking at both sites and excellent accessibility
• Training practice with GP trainees, nursing students and medical students

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• BSc (Hons) in Paramedic Science or completion of a recognised Paramedic Degree Apprenticeship
• Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Paramedic
• Advanced Clinical Practice qualification or postgraduate study (desirable) or willingness to undertake further development

Desirable

• Independent Prescriber qualification (desirable) or willingness to undertake prescribing training

Experience
Essential

• Legal entitlement to practise under the protected title of Paramedic
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• Up-to-date appraisal and revalidation requirements
• Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance
• Occupational health clearance and required immunisations
• Full UK driving licence
• Evidence of fitness to practise
• Experience working in a similar role within primary care, Urgent Care, Community Services or Emergency Care settings

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.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.