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THE LAKES MEDICAL CENTRE

Physician associate

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Job summary

The Lakes Medical Centre is looking to recruit a Physician Associate to join our friendly and supportive team based in the Salford area. We have 6 strong GP team which also includes a Nurse Practitioner, 1 Physician Associate,3 Practice Nurses, a Practice Pharmacist, a First contact musculoskeletal practitioner, and a Health Care Assistant who work closely to deliver care to our 10,000+ patient population. Our premises also house Community mental health and Social prescribing clinics. We practise from purpose-built premises with easy access to Manchester city centre and the North West motorway network. As an established training practice, we are proud to have trained GP trainees, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, and Foundation year doctors.

Main duties of the job

Participate in all treatment and preventative healthcare services in the Practice as delegated and agreed by the supervising GP(s).

Provide direct clinical care to patients using established clinical guidelines.

Consult and refer patients to physicians, medical specialists and other health professionals as indicated.

Interview patients, take medical histories, perform physical examinations, analyse, diagnose and explain medical problems during surgery consultations and home visits.

Recommend and explain appropriate diagnostic tests and treatment.

Request and interpret results of laboratory investigations when necessary.

Perform specialized diagnostic physical exams and propose treatment procedures.

Instruct and educate patients in preventative health care.

About us

The successful candidate will have a named GP mentor within the practice to ensure personal development aims are met and help you grow in your role.

Details

Date posted

17 September 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

A1487-23-0003

Job locations

21 Chorley Road

Swinton

Manchester

M27 4AF


Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful applicant will be able to provide care to a presenting patient from an initial history taking and clinical assessment through to the diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. They will demonstrate critical thinking in the clinical decision-making process, including assessment and diagnostic skills, leading to the delivery of safe care for all patients. They will work collaboratively with the healthcare team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful applicant will be able to provide care to a presenting patient from an initial history taking and clinical assessment through to the diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. They will demonstrate critical thinking in the clinical decision-making process, including assessment and diagnostic skills, leading to the delivery of safe care for all patients. They will work collaboratively with the healthcare team to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered on the Physician Associate Managed Voluntary Register (PAMVR)
  • PG Diploma or MSc in Physician Associate Studies
  • Passed the UK Physician Associate National Exam
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered on the Physician Associate Managed Voluntary Register (PAMVR)
  • PG Diploma or MSc in Physician Associate Studies
  • Passed the UK Physician Associate National Exam

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

THE LAKES MEDICAL CENTRE

Address

21 Chorley Road

Swinton

Manchester

M27 4AF


Employer's website

https://www.thelakesmedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

THE LAKES MEDICAL CENTRE

Address

21 Chorley Road

Swinton

Manchester

M27 4AF


Employer's website

https://www.thelakesmedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Manager

Moira Kinnear

moira.kinnear2@nhs.net

01617275241

Details

Date posted

17 September 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

A1487-23-0003

Job locations

21 Chorley Road

Swinton

Manchester

M27 4AF


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