Prescribing Paramedic Practitioner – GP Surgery (Locum, Ipswich)
Location: Ipswich, Suffolk
Job Type: Locum | Full-time | Monday to Friday, 10:00–18:00
About the Role
Vela Medical Group is working with a GP surgery in the Ipswich area seeking an experienced Prescribing Paramedic Practitioner to join their friendly primary care team on a locum basis.
This is an ongoing contract until a salaried clinician is recruited, offering stability, flexibility, and excellent support within a well-organised practice.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
* Run minor illness clinics, managing a range of acute and long-term conditions.
* Carry out home visits and urgent assessments where required.
* Prescribe independently (V300 qualification essential).
* Work closely with GPs, Practice Nurses, Clinical Pharmacists, and the wider MDT.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records.
* Deliver safe, effective, and patient-centered care.
Working Pattern
* Monday to Friday, 10:00–18:00
* No weekend or on-call commitments.
* Flexible start date available.
Requirements
* HCPC registration as a Paramedic.
* Independent Prescriber (V300) qualification.
* Experience working in a GP surgery, primary care, or urgent care setting.
* Confident managing minor illness, triage, and home visits.
What Vela Medical Group Offers
* Competitive locum rates paid promptly.
* Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
* Access to a nationwide network of GP surgeries and primary care roles.
* Opportunities for long-term or ongoing contracts.
Apply Now
If you're a qualified Prescribing Paramedic Practitioner looking for a locum GP surgery role in Ipswich, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact the Vela Medical Group team for a confidential discussion.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months
Pay: £35.00-£45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 8 – 37.5 per week
Work Location: In person