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Paramedic Practitioner

At Vela Medical Group, we are a leading paramedic locum agency, specialising in paramedic practitioner recruitment for both locum and permanent roles across the UK. We connect skilled paramedics with top healthcare providers, including GP surgeries, urgent care centres, and community healthcare settings. With a wide range of paramedic locum jobs available, we make it easy to secure roles that fit your experience and ambitions.

What is a Paramedic Practitioner?

Paramedic Practitioners are highly skilled professionals trained to assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of medical conditions in urgent and primary care settings. They work autonomously, providing advanced care that helps reduce hospital admissions and eases the strain on GPs.

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Locum Paramedic Practitioner Opportunities

Locum positions offer the freedom to choose your hours and locations while gaining diverse experience across various healthcare environments. These roles offer flexibility and the opportunity to expand your clinical expertise.

Permanent Paramedic Practitioner Roles

If you’re looking for a stable, long-term career, we offer permanent roles in a variety of healthcare settings, providing career development, competitive salaries, and the opportunity to make a real difference in patient care.

Benefits of Working as a Paramedic Practitioner with Vela

  • Extensive Network: Access a wide range of locum and permanent roles.

  • Tailored Recruitment: We ensure your skills and preferences are matched with the best opportunities.

  • Ongoing Support: From application to placement, our team provides continuous support.

Qualifications and Responsibilities

Paramedic Practitioners (often referred to as Advanced Paramedic Practitioners) are registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and have completed additional training in advanced assessment, clinical decision-making, and patient management. They work in urgent care, primary care, and emergency settings, where they assess, diagnose, and treat patients, prescribe medication (if they have a prescribing qualification), perform minor procedures, and provide urgent care interventions.

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Why Choose Vela Medical Group?

Exclusive Paramedic Practitioner Opportunities

We offer a wide range of Paramedic Practitioner job roles in primary care, urgent care, and community healthcare settings across the UK. Whether you’re looking for flexible locum shifts or a permanent placement, we’ve got opportunities that match your expertise.

Competitive Pay & Flexible Work Options

We offer competitive pay and flexible work options for Paramedic Practitioners, providing access to top-paying roles with shifts that fit your lifestyle. Whether you're looking for full-time, part-time, or locum positions, we have nationwide opportunities to match your career goals. Work in a variety of settings, including GP surgeries, NHS urgent care centres, walk-in clinics, and community healthcare services, ensuring you find the right environment to thrive.

Nationwide Paramedic Practitioner Job Coverage

We place Paramedic Practitioners in cities across the UK, including Sheffield, Ipswich, Bristol, Birmingham and more. No matter where you’re based, we’ll find the right role for you.

Expert Support & Career Growth

Our dedicated recruitment consultants specialise in Paramedic Practitioner hiring, ensuring you receive expert support tailored to your skills and career goals. We understand the essential expertise required, including autonomous assessment and diagnosis, minor injury and illness treatment, independent prescribing (where applicable), emergency and urgent care management, and home visits or community-based healthcare. With our industry knowledge and personalised approach, we help you secure the right opportunities to advance and thrive in your career.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Join Vela Medical Group today and explore the best locum and permanent Paramedic Practitioner opportunities across the UK. Our commitment to quality and compliance ensures that you find the perfect role for your skills and career aspirations.

Lets start the search for your Paramedic role

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