Job summary
We are delighted to be able to recruit into this Physicians Associate for the Gynaecology Oncology service based in the Princess Anne Hospital , Southampton.
You'll work closely with the Consultants, Doctors in training and specialist nurses as well as the ward-based teams to plan, deliver and follow up patients at all stages of their care. The team work across inpatient and outpatient services from diagnostics to operating theatres and wards. We have several quality improvement projects underway that you'll be able to participate in, bringing your own previous knowledge and ideas to our services.
You'll be able to contribute to the whole patient pathway to ensure each person is given the best possible care in a timely manner to meet their needs.
Main duties of the job
You can read an overview of the main duties of the role in the section below: Job Description and Main Responsibilities.
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents attached.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
At UHS we are committed to providing a flexible working environment. We believe that it benefits everyone if we achieve a positive work-life balance. Whether you are balancing family, study or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
We're proud to have been voted in the Top Five acute Trusts for our commitment to supporting our staff to achieve work-life balance.
UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme and life insurance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO:
The appointed PA will develop to become a key member of the Gynae/oncology MDT with the expectation they will support in-patient care, administrative processes, out-patient clinics, and procedures.
By building on existing knowledge and skills, as well as on the job training, the post holder will contribute to the provision of high quality, patient centred care whilst advancing their own clinical skills.
The physician associate will play a key role in the management of patients, support effective and efficient functioning of the service, and contribute to wider service developments.
The post holder will be accountable for ensuring that high quality patient care is always delivered, assessing and examining patients as determined by the consultant, ordering appropriate investigations, interpret investigation findings, form a list of differential diagnoses, and recommend treatment accordingly exercising a high level of professional judgement and expertise when delivering care.
The physician associate will be supervised by a designated consultant with regular meetings to support ongoing development within the role.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR:
- Specialist knowledge across a range of medical conditions, procedures, and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge or relevant practical experiences.
- Ability to organise self and others.
- Ability to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures.
- Fully understands the context in which complex problems arise and can co-ordinate multi-disciplinary unit wide interventions.
- Highly developed physical skills, dexterity and hand eye co-ordination required for undertaking medical procedures.
Job description
Job responsibilities
WHAT YOULL DO:
The appointed PA will develop to become a key member of the Gynae/oncology MDT with the expectation they will support in-patient care, administrative processes, out-patient clinics, and procedures.
By building on existing knowledge and skills, as well as on the job training, the post holder will contribute to the provision of high quality, patient centred care whilst advancing their own clinical skills.
The physician associate will play a key role in the management of patients, support effective and efficient functioning of the service, and contribute to wider service developments.
The post holder will be accountable for ensuring that high quality patient care is always delivered, assessing and examining patients as determined by the consultant, ordering appropriate investigations, interpret investigation findings, form a list of differential diagnoses, and recommend treatment accordingly exercising a high level of professional judgement and expertise when delivering care.
The physician associate will be supervised by a designated consultant with regular meetings to support ongoing development within the role.
WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR:
- Specialist knowledge across a range of medical conditions, procedures, and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge or relevant practical experiences.
- Ability to organise self and others.
- Ability to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures.
- Fully understands the context in which complex problems arise and can co-ordinate multi-disciplinary unit wide interventions.
- Highly developed physical skills, dexterity and hand eye co-ordination required for undertaking medical procedures.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BA/BSc degree prior to undertaking post-graduate PA programme (or equivalent)
- Qualification in Physician Assistant Studies from a recognised UK training programme, or equivalent
- Current and valid certification or re-certification by the Physician Assistant National Examination Board
- Registration with UK Managed Voluntary Registry for Physician Associates
Desirable
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Specialist knowledge across a range of medical conditions, procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge or relevant practical experiences
- Commitment to continuing medical education and professional development
Desirable
- Evidence of additional clinical competencies, such as portfolio, CPD, examinations
- Communication Skills Training
- Ability to implement and interpret policies and procedures
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BA/BSc degree prior to undertaking post-graduate PA programme (or equivalent)
- Qualification in Physician Assistant Studies from a recognised UK training programme, or equivalent
- Current and valid certification or re-certification by the Physician Assistant National Examination Board
- Registration with UK Managed Voluntary Registry for Physician Associates
Desirable
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Specialist knowledge across a range of medical conditions, procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge or relevant practical experiences
- Commitment to continuing medical education and professional development
Desirable
- Evidence of additional clinical competencies, such as portfolio, CPD, examinations
- Communication Skills Training
- Ability to implement and interpret policies and procedures
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
