Paramedic

Job summary We are looking for an additional paramedic to complement our existing dedicated multi-disciplinary team delivering excellent care to our community. Main duties of the job The post-holder is a Paramedic who acts within their professional boundaries. The paramedic will work within their scope of practice using their enhanced clinical assessment and treatment skills to assess and manage patients presenting with acute presentations which include minor illness or injury, abdominal pains, chest pains and headaches. The post-holder will be an integral part of the general practice team. Supervision and mentorship will be provided to support the Paramedic. About us Estuary Group Practice is a large primary care surgery with approximately 20,500 patients within Gowerton, Gorseinon and Penclawdd and surrounding localities. We operate from our 3 sites at Gowerton, Penclawdd and Penybryn Gorseinon. We have 13 GP partners, two salaried GPs, a practice pharmacist, paramedic, 2 practice nurses and two HCAs. We are supported by an excellent administrative team. We are also a training practice, hosting GP registrars and medical students. Our large and experienced team are able to provide high quality, safe and accessible patient care. We promote a supportive environment and teamwork to create a positive and welcoming working environment. Details Date posted 25 September 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Entry Level Band 6, unless additional qualifications Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number A4836-26-0002 Job locations Mill Street Gowerton Swansea SA4 3ED United Kingdom Penybryn Surgery Alexandra Road Gorseinon SWANSEA SA4 4NU United Kingdom Penclawdd Health Centre Beach Road Penclawdd Swansea SA4 3YN United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the Paramedic delivering health services a.Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) within the practice b.Assess and triage patients, including same day triage. c.Advise patients on general healthcare and promote self-management where appropriate, including signposting patients to the social prescribing service and, where appropriate, other community or voluntary services d.Perform specialist health checks and reviews within their scope of practice and in line with local and national guidance. e. Perform investigatory procedures as required and undertake the collection of pathological specimens including intravenous blood samples, swabs and other samples within their scope of practice and within line of local and national guidance f.Support the delivery of anticipatory care plans and lead certain services (e.g., monitoring blood pressure and diabetes risk of elderly patients) g.Provide an alternative model to urgent and same day GP home visit for the practice. h.Maintain accurate and contemporaneous health records appropriate to the consultation, i.Communicate effectively with patients and, when appropriate, family members and their carers, where applicable, complex and sensitive information regarding their physical health needs, results, findings and treatment choices j.Receive referrals and directed patients from triage services and other clinicians k.Actively signpost patients to the correct healthcare professional l. Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on safeguarding adults and safeguarding children m.Support in the delivery of enhanced services and other service requirements on behalf of the organisation n.Undertake all mandatory training and induction programmes o.Contribute to and embrace the spectrum of clinical governance p.Contribute to public health campaigns (e.g., flu clinics) through advice or direct care Job description Job responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the Paramedic delivering health services a.Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) within the practice b.Assess and triage patients, including same day triage. c.Advise patients on general healthcare and promote self-management where appropriate, including signposting patients to the social prescribing service and, where appropriate, other community or voluntary services d.Perform specialist health checks and reviews within their scope of practice and in line with local and national guidance. e. Perform investigatory procedures as required and undertake the collection of pathological specimens including intravenous blood samples, swabs and other samples within their scope of practice and within line of local and national guidance f.Support the delivery of anticipatory care plans and lead certain services (e.g., monitoring blood pressure and diabetes risk of elderly patients) g.Provide an alternative model to urgent and same day GP home visit for the practice. h.Maintain accurate and contemporaneous health records appropriate to the consultation, i.Communicate effectively with patient