The Doctors Kerikeri - Extended Care Paramedic 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 team.
About the role
The 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 Paramedicine
Completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science (Paramedicine) with ECP specialisation
In-depth experience in clinical practice, ideally in a range of health and community service settings
A good understanding of developing and maintaining clinical systems
Demonstrated 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
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 ******.
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Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work permit.
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