Green Cross Health – Kerikeri, North Island The Doctors Kerikeri is looking for an Experienced Care Paramedic to join their dynamic and progressive GP practice to work with a supportive and experienced team of 8 doctors, Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurses, Medical Care Assistants, Health Improvement Practitioner, Health Coach and admin teamAbout the roleThe Extended Care Paramedic (ECP) is a paramedicine professional working in collaboration with other members of the multidisciplinary team to provide care management and same day urgent care. Besides providing urgent care, ECPs attend both scheduled and unscheduled low acuity patients across the age range, where they undertake a thorough clinical assessment of the patient's medical history and condition, order any pathology testing as required, interpret the results, and based on a clinical diagnosis, institute a short to medium term care plan with appropriate medical referral as required. The ECP has a significant understanding of pathophysiology, pharmacology, and disease process.Hours for this role are 24 - 32 hours but we are happy to be flexible and discuss with individuals.Do you have what we are looking for?Degree in ParamedicineCompleted a Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science (Paramedicine) with ECP specialisationIn-depth experience in clinical practice, ideally in a or a range of health and community service settingsA good understanding of developing and maintaining clinical systemsDemonstrated multi-stakeholder management, including health institutions.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to build a strong rapport with team members.A physically fit person who is resilient, confident, friendly, and approachable.Green Cross Health is one of New Zealand's leading primary health care organisations. We are united by our values, which are caring for the community, looking after each other, working together and doing the right thing. With over 3,000 employees around New Zealand, we are committed to providing the best support, equitable care and advice to our communities.If you are keen to discuss this opportunity in primary care, we would love to hear from you. For a confidential conversation please call Lauren on 021496651 or 09-4077777 or email ****** apply for this role please click the Apply Now button below.Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit. Be careful - Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad .
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