Practice Paramedic

Job summary Gardenia and Marsh Farm Practice is a nearly 14,000 patient NHS GP Practice, located over two sites in the North of Luton, close to Leagrave Train Station. The Structure of the organisation consists of three GP Partners, Practice Manager, Lead Practice Nurse, Salaried GP and strong administrative Team, led by our Two Senior Receptionists and the nurse Team led by the Lead Nurse. We are look for a GP Practice Paramedic to join our team. Main duties of the job The role will be to provide a specialist Paramedic resource for health care professionals and service users, working in collaboration with other members of the Multidisciplinary Team.To work within the community, as an autonomous, accountable, Paramedic Practitioner, in the provision of a holistic approach for individuals including assessment, diagnosis and treatment, to deliver quality patient services. To assess, diagnose, treat, refer, or signpost patients/service users who attend surgery with undifferentiated or undiagnosed condition relating to minor illness or minor injury. The post holder will use advanced clinical skills to provide education to service users, promoting self-care and empower them to make informed choices about their treatment. The post holder must own vehicle for home visits with mileage expenses remunerated by submission of a monthly mileage form. Please note it is the post holders responsibility to ensure that their car insurance is covered for business use. About us We are a strong team who work well together, in a friendly but busy enviroment and locally holds a good reputation. Details Date posted 19 October 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number A2857-26-0001 Job locations 2a Gardenia Avenue Luton Bedfordshire LU3 2NS United Kingdom Luton Community Services Marsh Farm Health Centre Purley Centre LUTON LU3 3SR United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Diagnosing and treating patients presenting with minor illness Triage and treat acutely unwell patients wishing to see a health care professional, making any necessary referrals to other members of the primary health care team. Consulting at 15-20 minutes once competent with the clinical system. Triage and treat appropriate patients on home visits. Carry out Avoiding Unplanned Admission reviews Assist with the annual flu immunisation programme. Patients with problems needing referral to secondary care should be discussed with the GP supervisor (or GP on call in their absence) before making such referral. Ensure clinical practice is safe and effective and remains within boundaries of competence, and to acknowledge limitations. Advise patients on general health care and minor ailments, with referral to other members of the primary and secondary health care team as necessary. Works from the surgery and within communities as an autonomous practitioner caring for patients and families. Works as an autonomous practitioner, in accordance with the Health Professions Council. Ensure that personal and professional clinical standards are maintained. To undertake assessment for patients within the community and those attending the surgery, using diagnostic skills and initiation of investigations where appropriate. Prescribe/issue medications as appropriate following policy, patient group directives and local pathways. To impart knowledge and skills formally and informally to colleagues promoting peer review and best practice within the work environment. To communicate at all levels within the team ensuring an effective service is delivered. To maintain accurate, contemporaneous healthcare records appropriate to the consultation. Ensure evidenced-based care is delivered at the highest standards ensuring delivery of high quality patient care. Works with local policies and procedures. Enhance own performance through Continuous Professional Development, imparting own knowledge and behaviours to meet the needs of the service. To achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development to meet the needs of the service. To participate in the audit process, evaluation and implementing plans and practice change to meet patient need. Contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the team and work colleagues. Undertake QOF work. Pathological specimens and investigatory procedures Undertake the collection of pathological specimens including intravenous blood samples, swabs etc. Perform investigatory procedures requested by the GPs Administration and professional responsibilities Participate in the administrative and professional responsibilities of the practice team Ensure accurate and legible notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded in the patients notes Ensure the clinical computer system is kept up to date, with accurate details recorded and amended Ensure appropriate items of service claims are made accurately, reporting any problems to the practic