Emergency Care Practitioner

Job summaryThis
role encompasses both face to face and telephone on the day appointments. On occasion you may be asked to cover home visits for patients who are housebound and unable to visit the
surgery. The post holder will make
decisions and apply appropriate clinical interventions to the presenting
patient in the surgery or their own home.
This included initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis,
treatment and evaluation of care.The
post holder will work autonomously, within the Practices policies, protocols
and guidelines and to demonstrate safe clinical decision making. The post holder will have access to the duty
team at all times, during both clinics and home visits for advice and support.The role is for up to 32 hours a week (Days to be confirmed depending on shift pattern, but as a minimum Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday with the possibility of Thursdays as well) with at least one evening Extended Access session per week. See attached advert for full details.Main duties of the jobTo undertake consultations
with patients both within the surgery, on the phone and on home visits where required. To use own clinical judgement to diagnose,
treat, refer and/or discharge patients. To ensure accurate records of all
consultations. Please see JD for further
information.About usTrowbridge
Health Centre has approximately 100 staff and is a happy place to work. There
is a strong team spirit throughout the organisation. We work together to produce the most
efficient processes possible, and every individual is encouraged to be the best
that they can.DetailsDate posted04 September 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary
Depending on experience
Depending on skills and qualifications
ContractPermanentWorking pattern

Full-time

Reference numberA Job locationsTrowbridge Health CentreHammersmith FieldsTrowbridgeWiltshireBA14 8LWUnited KingdomTrowbridge Health Centre72 Wingfield RoadTrowbridgeWiltshireBA14 9ENUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesJob SummaryThis
role encompasses both face to face and telephone on the day appointments, alongside
home visits for patients who are housebound and unable to visit the
surgery. The post holder will make
decisions and apply appropriate clinical interventions to the presenting
patient in the surgery or their own home.
This included initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis,
treatment and evaluation of care.We would consider a paramedic or a nurse practitioner for this role.The
post holder will work autonomously, within the Practices policies, protocols
and guidelines and to demonstrate safe clinical decision making. The post holder will have access to the duty
team at all times, during both clinics and home visits for advice and support.Main responsibilities:
Undertake consultations with patients as an autonomous
practitioner and using own clinical judgement to diagnose, treat, refer and/or
discharge patients.
Maintain accurate clinical records, in an efficient manner.
Make direct referrals to primary, secondary and social services
within locally agreed pathways, guidance and protocols.
Support and continue the development of an on the day emergency
patient service in the Practice.
Work as part of the ECP team, sharing best practice.
Be a part of the practices response to emergency clinical situations
within the practice.
Work as part of an MDT across the practice.
Promote health and well-being through the use of health promotion
and health education.
Where the post holder is an independent prescriber: to prescribe
safe, effective and appropriate medication as defined by current legislative
framework
Ensure all mandatory training is completed, alongside relevant CPD
for the role, including keeping up to date with any changes.The above constitutes the main responsibilities of the post and
may be subject to change, to meet the needs of the Practice. Any changes will be discussed prior to
implementation, wherever possible. Confidentiality
In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or
allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other
matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will
respect their privacy and act appropriately
In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job
Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information
relating to patients and their carers, Practice staff and other healthcare
workers. They may also have access to information relating to the Practice as a
business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded
as strictly confidential
Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other
healthcare workers or the business of the Practice may only be divulged to
authorised persons in accordance with the Practice policies and procedures
relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
A
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (previously CRB check) will be
undertaken as a matter of course.Equality and DiversityThe
post-holder will
support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues,
toinclude:
Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights,
interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Practice procedures and
policies, and current legislation
Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients,
carers and colleagues
Behaving in a manner which is welcoming, non-judgmental and respects
the individuals circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.Personal/Professional DevelopmentThe
post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the
Practice as part ofthis
employment, such training to include:
Participation in an annual individual performance review,
including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or
professional development
Taking responsibility for own development, learning and
performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are
undertaking similar work.
Undertake mandatory and statutory training as required.QualityThe
post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the Practice, and will:
Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk
Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions,
either directly or under supervision
Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own
and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the
teams performance
Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet
patients needs
Effectively manage own time, workload, and resources.
Portray a professional image at all times.CommunicationThe
post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within
the team andwill
strive to:
Communicate effectively with other team members
Communicate effectively with patients and carers
Communicate effectively with other service providers
Recognize peoples needs for alternative methods of communication
and respond accordingly.Contribution to the Implementation of ServicesThe
post-holder will:
Apply Practice policies, standards and guidance
Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards
and guidelines will affect own work
Participate in audit where appropriate.Changes to this Job DescriptionThe
duties and responsibilities outlined in this list are neither definitive nor
restrictive andmay
change in details from time to time as the post develops to meet the changing
needs ofthe
surgery.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesJob SummaryThis
role encompasses both face to face and telephone on the day appointments, alongside
home visits for patients who are housebound and unable to visit the
surgery. The post holder will make
decisions and apply appropriate clinical interventions to the presenting
patient in the surgery or their own home.
This included initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis,
treatment and evaluation of care.We would consider a paramedic or a nurse practitioner for this role.The
post holder will work autonomously, within the Practices policies, protocols
and guidelines and to demonstrate safe clinical decision making. The post holder will have access to the duty
team at all times, during both clinics and home visits for advice and support.Main responsibilities:
Undertake consultations with patients as an autonomous
practitioner and using own clinical judgement to diagnose, treat, refer and/or
discharge patients.
Maintain accurate clinical records, in an efficient manner.
Make direct referrals to primary, secondary and social services
within locally agreed pathways, guidance and protocols.
Support and continue the development of an on the day emergency
patient service in the Practice.
Work as part of the ECP team, sharing best practice.
Be a part of the practices response to emergency clinical situations
within the practice.
Work as part of an MDT across the practice.
Promote health and well-being through the use of health promotion
and health education.
Where the post holder is an independent prescriber: to prescribe
safe, effective and appropriate medication as defined by current legislative
framework
Ensure all mandatory training is completed, alongside relevant CPD
for the role, including keeping up to date with any changes.The above constitutes the main responsibilities of the post and
may be subject to change, to meet the needs of the Practice. Any changes will be discussed prior to
implementation, wherever possible. Confidentiality
In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or
allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other
matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will
respect their privacy and act appropriately
In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job
Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information
relating to patients and their carers, Practice staff and other healthcare
workers. They may also have access to information relating to the Practice as a
business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded
as strictly confidential
Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other
healthcare workers or the business of the Practice may only be divulged to
authorised persons in accordance with the Practice policies and procedures
relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
A
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (previously CRB check) will be
undertaken as a matter of course.Equality and DiversityThe
post-holder will
support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues,
toinclude:
Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights,
interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Practice procedures and
policies, and current legislation
Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients,
carers and colleagues
Behaving in a manner which is welcoming, non-judgmental and respects
the individuals circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.Personal/Professional DevelopmentThe
post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the
Practice as part ofthis
employment, such training to include:
Participation in an annual individual performance review,
including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or
professional development
Taking responsibility for own development, learning and
performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are
undertaking similar work.
Undertake mandatory and statutory training as required.QualityThe
post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the Practice, and will:
Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk
Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions,
either directly or under supervision
Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own
and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the
teams performance
Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet
patients needs
Effectively manage own time, workload, and resources.
Portray a professional image at all times.CommunicationThe
post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within
the team andwill
strive to:
Communicate effectively with other team members
Communicate effectively with patients and carers
Communicate effectively with other service providers
Recognize peoples needs for alternative methods of communication
and respond accordingly.Contribution to the Implementation of ServicesThe
post-holder will:
Apply Practice policies, standards and guidance
Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards
and guidelines will affect own work
Participate in audit where appropriate.Changes to this Job DescriptionThe
duties and responsibilities outlined in this list are neither definitive nor
restrictive andmay
change in details from time to time as the post develops to meet the changing
needs ofthe
surgery.Person Specification
Experience
EssentialTo be able to effectively and safely assess, plan and refer patients appropriately and evaluate patient care confidently.Experience of dealing with vulnerable patientsCan demonstrate a broad and sound knowledge of common conditions in primary care, for both adults and children.DesirableIndependent prescribingExperience of working in a GP practice
Qualifications
EssentialBe a registered paramedic with HCPC registrationMinimum of 3 years post registration experienceDesirableIndependent prescribing qualificationPost qualification training in minor illness and injuries
Person Specification

Experience
EssentialTo be able to effectively and safely assess, plan and refer patients appropriately and evaluate patient care confidently.Experience of dealing with vulnerable patientsCan demonstrate a broad and sound knowledge of common conditions in primary care, for both adults and children.DesirableIndependent prescribingExperience of working in a GP practice
Qualifications
EssentialBe a registered paramedic with HCPC registrationMinimum of 3 years post registration experienceDesirableIndependent prescribing qualificationPost qualification training in minor illness and injuriesDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameTrowbridge Health CentreAddressTrowbridge Health CentreHammersmith FieldsTrowbridgeWiltshireBA14 8LWUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameTrowbridge Health CentreAddressTrowbridge Health CentreHammersmith FieldsTrowbridgeWiltshireBA14 8LWUnited KingdomEmployer's website