Prescribing Paramedic

Location: Chelmsford
Job Type: Part-time (3 days per week)
Contract: Maternity Cover
Start Date: September 2026

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Prescribing Paramedic to join our friendly and supportive GP practice on a maternity cover contract, starting in September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a modern, patient-focused primary care team where you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality clinical care to patients within the community.

Key Responsibilities

* Assess, diagnose and manage patients presenting with both acute and routine medical conditions.

* Independently prescribe medications within your scope of practice.

* Conduct face-to-face consultations and telephone assessments.

* Undertake home visits for patients who are unable to attend the surgery.

* Develop and implement appropriate treatment and management plans.

* Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective patient care.

* Provide health promotion, self-management advice and patient education.

* Maintain accurate, timely and comprehensive clinical records in accordance with NHS and professional standards.

* Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives where appropriate.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

* Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

* Qualified Paramedic with an Independent Prescribing qualification.

* Experience working within Primary Care or General Practice (preferred).

* Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills.

* Confidence managing a broad range of minor illness and long-term conditions.

* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

* A patient-centred approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

What We Offer

* Part-time position (3 days per week).

* Maternity cover contract commencing September 2026.

* Supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team.

* Modern GP practice with a positive working environment.

* Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to patient care.

* Competitive hourly rate, dependent on experience.

If you are a compassionate and proactive Prescribing Paramedic looking for your next opportunity in Primary Care, we would love to hear from you
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed