Advanced Paramedic Practitioner - Independent Prescriber (Weekends)

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Alliance for Better Care CIC Advanced Paramedic Practitioner - Independent Prescriber (Weekends) The closing date is 14 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary We are looking for an experienced healthcare practitioner to join our thriving and talented team for Saturday and/or Sundays. As the successful candidate, you will have a background in acute/urgent care, ideally have completed an MSc in Advanced Practice, and must be independent prescribing. You will also be able to evidence a clinical portfolio and relevant competencies in line with the HEE national framework for advanced clinical practice. As the post-holder, you will practice as an Advanced Paramedic Practitioner across various services, including but not limited to ABC Remote Services (uCATS, Enhanced Access, Additional Primary Care, Smoking Cessation and ADHD Primary Care Connect), autonomously undertaking assessment and treatment of acute and chronic, differentiated and undifferentiated, patient presentations. You will determine a clinical diagnosis, treatment plan and appropriate discharge, or refer, as indicated whilst maintaining accurate patient records and ensuring patient safety. You will be a source of clinical expertise to less experienced staff, enhancing skills and knowledge, and work in partnership with a multidisciplinary team.Training will be provided in the prescribing of smoking cessation medication as part of a collaborative service with West Sussex County Council. Whilst the role is fully remote, you will be required to attend our Horley office for induction and attend meetings on a quarterly basis. We have 12-hour Saturdays/Sundays shifts available. Main duties of the job To independently undertake specialised clinical assessments, diagnose, treat and discharge, or appropriately refer, patients with a wide range of acute and chronic illnesses. To ensure patients are fully involved in the design and implementation of their treatment plans. To ensure effective coordination and liaison with multidisciplinary teams across primary and secondary care, statutory and voluntary disciplines/groups to provide a seamless service to patients and their carers and prevent hospital admission where urgent care is required. To undertake assessments as part of the ADHD Primary Care Connect service, diagnosing and prescribing medication as appropriate and with the support of the Consultant Psychiatrist To prescribe smoking cessation medication in line with service protocols To refer appropriately to clinical leads/supervising GP/Consultant Psychiatrist where a second opinion, or supervision, is required. To adapt styles of communication appropriately to promote empowerment, self-management, and health education for patients. To attend clinical case conferences, MDTs, review and clinical meetings as required. To be a source of clinical expertise to less experienced staff within the team. To delegate duties/tasks to other members of staff where appropriate. Provide specialist advice relating to minor illness and/or injury to local healthcare teams, patients, relative, and carers. About us Alliance for Better Care CIC is a GP Federation that unites 74 NHS GP practices across 23 Primary Care Networks in Sussex and Surrey. We support our Primary Care colleagues as well as their patients, to transform how healthcare is managed within the community. As a membership organisa