Job Description: Prescribing Paramedic Position: Prescribing Paramedic Location: Bridge Medical Centre, Crawley Reports to: Duty Doctor / Clinical Supervisor / Practice Manager Hours: As agreed in contract 1. Clinical Duties Independently assess, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with minor illnesses. Prescribe medications appropriately in line with national guidance and within the scope of Independent Prescribing qualification. Undertake clinical triage and manage patients through face-to-face or telephone consultations. Refer patients to GPs or other members of the multidisciplinary team when outside scope of practice. Provide advice on general health care, minor ailments, and preventative measures. Carry out home visits for acute conditions, as appropriate and in agreement with the duty doctor. Deliver safe, evidence-based care in line with current best practice and within recognised professional boundaries. 2. Professional and Administrative Responsibilities Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in System One. Ensure accurate documentation of all consultations, prescriptions, and treatment plans. Participate in the administrative functions of the practice as required. Attend and contribute to practice meetings. Ensure confidentiality, professional integrity, and GDPR compliance at all times. Participate in audit and evaluation to support service development and quality improvement. 3. Communication and Teamwork Communicate effectively at all levels within the practice team. Contribute positively to a culture of continuous learning and patient-centred care. Work collaboratively with clinicians, administrative staff, and external partners to ensure effective service delivery. 4. Education, Training and Personal Development Participate in annual appraisal and revalidation processes. Take responsibility for own learning and professional development. Attend relevant courses, workshops, and study days. Support the training of students and induction of new staff where appropriate. Remain up to date with clinical guidelines, prescribing legislation, and national frameworks. 5. Governance and Service Improvement Engage in clinical audits, significant event analysis, and implementation of action plans. Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are fulfilled in accordance with local and national policy. Monitor prescribing patterns to ensure safe, effective, and cost-efficient use of medicines. 6. Additional Responsibilities Collect pathological specimens such as blood samples, swabs, and other investigative materials as required. Perform procedures within scope of competence and training. Assist in the preparation and submission of reports, audits, and service reviews. Undertake other duties appropriate to the post as delegated by the practice. Flexibility This job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change, in consultation with the post-holder, to meet evolving patient and service needs. Essential Qualifications and Experience HCPC registration as a Paramedic Postgraduate qualification in Independent Prescribing Experience working in a primary care or urgent care setting Desirable Minor illness training Familiarity with System One clinical system Previous experience working in a GP surgery environment