We have an exciting opportunity for an urgent care practitioner to join our well-established and high-performing group of Practices.
The role will involve working as part of a team with other members of staff (including other urgent care practitioners and a Duty Doctor) to help our patients access any urgent 'on the day' support they may need, including daily visits to patients' homes.
Led by a friendly and enthusiastic team, our Clinical Team is complemented by a passionate and effective multi-disciplinary team that enables you to do what you do best; care for your patients.
We are committed to putting patient care first, and we are looking for a dedicated professional who shares our values and our passion for delivering quality care.
The post is permanent and full time although we do have some flexibility regarding hours and may consider part-time applicants.
Job Responsibilities
* Working as part of our Practice Team you will provide care to patients from initial history taking and clinical assessment through to diagnosis, treatment, prescribing and evaluation of care.
* You will be confident carrying out clinical triage and face-to-face consultations using your knowledge to investigate, diagnose, treat and refer registered patients within set guidelines.
* To support the daily on call team to provide an on the day emergency service for patients.
* To provide assessment, diagnosis and treatment at first point of contact by attending to patients autonomously, within the GP surgery, their own homes and nursing or residential homes.
Person Specification
* A relevant Paramedic Qualification
* An Independent Prescribing Qualification.
* Previous minor illness experience.
* Driving Licence and means of travel between Practices.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal and emotional intelligence skills.
* Ability to adapt to service needs whilst working in a busy environment.
We are a very well established Practice, consisting of 3 Practices all of which are located in and around the suburbs of Stafford, a charming county town, with Cannock Chase, an area of outstanding natural beauty on its borders.
As a forward-thinking group, we offer a broad range of services with good opportunities for development and career progression.
Salary: £49,500 to £55,000 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
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