Prescriber

Job Description

Job Title:

Prescribing Nurse or Paramedic Practitioner UTCs (Somerset)

Location:

Various Urgent Treatment Centres across Somerset

Contract Type:
Locum / Bank / Permanent (flexible options)

Hours:

Full-time part-time or flexible shifts available (including evenings / weekends)

We are seeking experienced and autonomous Prescribing Nurse Practitioners or Paramedic Practitioners to join our dynamic teams across Urgent Treatment Centres (UTCs) in Somerset. This is a rewarding and fast-paced role for advanced clinicians who can independently manage a wide range of minor injuries and illnesses including face-to-face assessments diagnostics and treatment.

You must be confident in clinical decision-making independent prescribing and hold IRMER and Red Dot competencies due to the injury presentations commonly seen in UTCs.

• Assess diagnose treat and discharge patients presenting with both minor illnesses and injuries.
• Work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe effective care.
• Interpret x-rays under Red Dot protocol and refer appropriately.
• Order and interpret investigations including imaging and pathology.
• Prescribe medications independently within your clinical competency.
• Accurately document consultations care plans and referrals in line with governance standards.
• Ensure safe and timely management of patients escalating where necessary.

• Registered Nurse (NMC) or Paramedic (HCPC) with valid registration.
• Independent Prescriber (V300 qualification).
• IRMER (Ionising Radiation Medical Exposure Regulations) training and compliance.
• Red Dot x-ray interpretation training and experience.
• Proven experience in urgent care minor injuries units A&E or walk-in centres.
• Strong clinical assessment diagnostic and decision-making skills.
• Up-to-date DBS (or willing to apply) and mandatory training.
• Excellent communication documentation and team working skills.

• Advanced Practice MSc or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with clinical systems such as EMIS or Systm One.
• Previous experience working across multiple UTC or urgent care settings.

• Competitive hourly rates (dependent on experience and shift type).
• Flexible working patterns across multiple sites in Somerset.
• Supportive and collaborative clinical environments.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development.
• Long-term and ad-hoc shifts available to suit your schedule.

Employment Type:

Contract

Experience:

years

Vacancy: 1

Hourly Salary Salary: 40 - 44