Job description

Job responsibilities

The main functions of the role have been outlined above .

Applicants will be expected to work in a rota that meets the operational needs of the DDPCN HVS and the eleven stakeholder practices.

The shifts will be Monday to Friday and more than likely the working day will commence around 0930 /1000 hours with a finish time of 1800 or 1830 depending on the rota setting within the wider team .

The wider team includes GP's , ECP's, ANP and Paramedics .

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MSc or Postgraduate Diploma in Physician Associate Studies or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Successful completion of the Physician Associate National Examination.
• Registration with the General Medical Council as a Physician Associate.
• Experience working in primary care, urgent care, community care, or a similar clinical setting.
• Experience undertaking patient assessments and formulating management plans.
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Knowledge & Skills
• Excellent clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to recognise and manage acute and chronic presentations within scope of practice.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently whilst recognising limitations and seeking support appropriately.
• Competent IT skills and experience using electronic patient record systems.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities for adults and children.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Personal Attributes
• Professional, compassionate, and patient-centred approach.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing service demands.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Ability to travel independently throughout the service area.

Desirable

• Qualifications
• Additional training or qualifications in urgent care, frailty, chronic disease management, or community care.
• Experience
• Previous experience within a Home Visiting Service.
• Experience in General Practice.
• Experience managing elderly, frail, or housebound patients.
• Experience conducting care home visits.
• Participation in clinical audit, service development, or quality improvement projects.
• Knowledge and Skills
• Knowledge of community services and local healthcare pathways.
• Experience using EMIS, SystmOne, or similar clinical systems.
• Understanding of population health management and preventative care.
• Experience supporting trainee clinicians or students.
• Personal Attributes
• Ability to build effective relationships across organisations.
• Strong problem solving and decision making skills.
• Enthusiasm for service innovation and integrated working.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This 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 details

Employer name

Derbyshire Dales Primary Care Network

Address

Darley Dale Medical Centre

Dale Road South

Darley Dale

Matlock

Derbyshire

DE4 2EU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://ddpcn.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide high-quality, patient-centered care by undertaking home visits for housebound or vulnerable patients with acute, sub-acute, and chronic conditions. The role supports GPs and the multidisciplinary team (MDT) in delivering timely assessments, diagnostics, treatment, and referrals, reducing hospital admissions and improving access to care closer to home.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registered Paramedic.
• Experience in urgent or primary care settings.
• Strong clinical decision-making and triage skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle for home visits

Desirable

• Non-medical prescribing qualification.
• Experience in chronic disease management and care planning.
• Familiarity with EMIS System One or similar clinical systems.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This 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 details

Employer name

Derbyshire Dales Primary Care Network

Address

Darley Dale Medical Centre

Dale Road South

Darley Dale

Matlock

Derbyshire

DE4 2EU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://ddpcn.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)