Paramedic/Paramedic Practitioner

Posting date:	10 December 2025
Salary:	Not specified
Additional salary information:	Negotiable
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	02 January 2026
Location:	Epsom, KT19 8AG
Company:	NHS Jobs
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	A4149-25-0004

Summary

The Paramedic/Practitioner will work autonomously both within the community and within the PCN and Practice based multi-disciplinary team, using their clinical assessment and treatment skills, to provide first point of contact for patients presenting with undifferentiated, undiagnosed problems. Core Duties: The Paramedic/Practitioner will: Assess and triage patients, including same day triage, and as appropriate provide definitive treatment (including prescribing medications following policy, patient group directives, NICE (national) and local clinical guidelines and local care pathways) or make necessary referrals to other members of the primary care team. Assess patients presenting with acute illness or for review of chronic disease conditions. Undertake home visits for acute illness or chronic disease management. Diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis. Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly. Assess, diagnosis, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/treatments for patients with complex needs and follow up as appropriate. Proactively identify, diagnose and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long-term condition (as appropriate). Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug- and non-drug-based treatment methods into a management plan. Advise patients on general healthcare and promote self-management where appropriate, including signposting patients to other community or voluntary services. Perform specialist health checks and reviews; perform and interpret ECGs; perform investigatory procedures as required. Undertake the collection of pathological specimens including intravenous blood samples, swabs etc. Support the delivery of anticipatory care plans as this process develops (e.g. monitoring blood pressure and diabetes risk of elderly patients living in sheltered housing). Provide an alternative model to urgent and same day GP home visit. Maintain accurate and contemporaneous health records appropriate to the consultation, ensuring accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient health care and registration with the practice. Other Duties: Work within the policies of scheme of the practices and PCN. Promote client involvement in the management of the service. Participate in regular supervision sessions and appraisals with your line manager. Attend training and development activities as identified and participate in meetings as required. Maintain administration systems and workspace used in a clean and tidy condition. Work flexibly to meet the needs of clients. To undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade and purpose of the job as may be agreed by the post holder. Communication: Demonstrate sensitive communication styles to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment. Communicate effectively with patients and carers recognizing the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating. Anticipate barriers to communication and take action to improve communication. Maintain good communications with both the doctors and the practice management team, in order to sustain a high standard of service and safety to the patient The post holder will promote good communication within the primary care team by being approachable and knowledgeable regarding all aspects of patient services. The post holder will report to the Clinical Director/Managing Director of GPHP to discuss requests for personal annual leave or TOIL and ensure cover of the post. The post holder will communicate face to face with all team members on a daily basis, utilise telephone and email as a means of internal and external communication and regularly take part in team meetings to ensure updated knowledge of systems and procedures or other important information is gained and/or shared. Health & Safety Maintain a good working knowledge of Health and Safety procedures and fire precautions, and operate the correct procedures and participate in policy development and data collection where appropriate. The post holder has a duty of care and personal obligation to act to reduce healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs). They must attend mandatory training in infection prevention and control (IP&C) and be compliant with all measures required by the trust to reduce HCAIs. All post holders must comply with the practice infection and immunisation policies as well as be familiar with the Practices Infection Prevention & Control policies, including those that apply to their duties, such as hand decontamination, personal protective equipment, aseptic techniques and safe disposal of sharps. Be fully aware of the potential health and safety hazards in the practice environment. In the event of an accident, whether a staff member or a patient, immediately notify the Practice Management General housekeeping duties such as cleaning up after spillages to avoid accident or injury Confidentiality & Data Security All employees are expected to comply with all Practice policies and procedures related to confidentiality and data security and to work in accordance with General Data Protection Regulations. Teaching: Assist in the teaching of GP Registrars, medical students, nurses, HCAs and any other staff in training. Professional: Adhere to the Royal College of Paramedics Code of Professional conduct, scope of professional practice and maintain HCPC registration. To develop and sustain own personal and professional development, clinical skills and professional awareness in accordance with PREP requirements and the on-going demands of the role. GPHP actively encourages development within the workforce. Employees are required to comply with and complete mandatory training. To be aware of and to work in accordance with all Practice policies. To contribute to the development and review of related clinical policies, protocols and guidelines. To participate in individual performance management process and reviews. Equality & Diversity GPHP values equality and diversity in employment and in the services we provide. It is committed to promoting equality and diversity in employment and will keep under review our policies and procedures to ensure that the job related needs of all staff working in the Practice are recognised. GPHP will aim to ensure that all job applicants, employees or clients are treated fairly and valued equally regardless of sex, marital status, domestic circumstances, age, race, colour, disablement, ethnic or national origin, social background or employment status, sexual orientation, religion, beliefs, HIV status, gender reassignment, political affiliation or trade union membership. You are responsible for ensuring that policies, procedures and obligation in respect of promoting equality and diversity are adhered to in relation to both staff and services. Risk Management You have a responsibility for the identification of all risks which could have a potential adverse effect on the Practices ability to maintain quality of care and the safety of patients, staff and visitors and for taking positive action to eliminate or reduce these. Safeguarding The Practices have a responsibility to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults who use our services. All partners and staff share this responsibility and should comply with current Practice policies, undertaking the appropriate level of training for the role. If employees have reason for concern that a patient is 'at risk' they should escalate this to an appropriate person i.e. Practice Manager, Safeguarding Lead GP/PCN Clinical Director Please note your job description is intended only as a guide to the responsibilities that will generally be required of you. You may need to perform other duties that have not been mentioned to accommodate both patient and business needs.