Paramedic
| Posting date: | 14 August 2025 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 August 2025 |
| Location: | London, SE6 1AT |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A2948-25-0004 |
Summary
Clinical Duties - Undertake clinical triage of all patient contacts (telephone, online, and walk-in) in accordance with practice protocols. - Carry out telephone, face-to-face, and home visit consultations for acute and urgent presentations. - Provide safe clinical decision-making, including independent prescribing (if qualified) or working to PGDs. - Identify patients in need of urgent referral to secondary care or emergency services. - Manage a caseload of patients with minor illness, minor injury, and acute presentations. Leadership & Service Development - Lead the daily triage rota and coordinate with GPs, nurses, and admin team to ensure smooth patient flow. - Review and update triage protocols and ensure compliance with national and local guidance. - Provide clinical supervision and training for colleagues involved in triage. - Lead audits and quality improvement initiatives relating to urgent care and triage. Teamwork & Collaboration - Work closely with GPs, nurses, pharmacists, and social prescribers to deliver holistic patient care. - Liaise with local urgent care providers, district nursing, and community teams. - Participate in MDT meetings and case reviews. Professional Development - Maintain HCPC registration and keep up-to-date with evidence-based practice. - Participate in annual appraisal and CPD activities. - Engage in reflective practice and learning from significant events.