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)

About the Role

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Essential Requirements

• 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 teamworking skills.

Desirable

• Advanced Practice MSc or equivalent experience.

• Familiarity with clinical systems such as EMIS or SystmOne.

• Previous experience working across multiple UTC or urgent care settings.

What We Offer

• 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.