Paramedics have been working in primary care for many years in roles ranging from early home visiting to advanced practice. After three years post qualification Paramedics are able to undertake a non-medical prescribing programme, which enables them to broaden their scope of practice even more and thus reduce the patient burden on GPs.
Health Education England (HEE) has produced a framework which defines the capabilities of paramedics working in the primary and urgent care sectors which can be accessed here.
Is there any recruitment funding available to Primary Care Networks for Paramedics?
The Paramedic role is included in the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme for Primary Care Networks from April 2021.
What education and training is required for a Paramedic?
Entry requirements for paramedic training can be accessed here.
Further information
Network Contract Directed Enhanced Service: guidance for 2022/23 in England