Job summary
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The Royal Marsden has a vital role in championing change and improvement in cancer care through research and innovation, education and leading-edge practice. We are incredibly proud of our international reputation for pushing the boundaries and for our ground-breaking work ensuring patients receive the very latest and best in cancer treatment and care.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated clinical staff. Their exceptional commitment and professionalism is commented on by so many of our patients. The work of our staff is absolutely central to the quality of care we provide, our delivery of patient treatment and to our research programmes. As an organisation we are committed to delivering the highest quality teaching and learning experience.
Main duties of the job
- To improve the efficiency and experience of patients receiving elective care at RM,
- including patients admitted for systemic anti-cancer therapy, radionuclide therapies and other elective procedures.
- To assess inpatients, interpret investigations and form management plans under supervision from the wider medical team.
- To support the MDT in the care of patients attending The Royal Marsden.
- To act as a key, consistent member of the clinic team and to provide continuity in care for our patients.
About us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals - one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey - as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:
- Assess and examine patients, order appropriate investigations, interpret investigation findings, form a list of differential diagnoses and instigate management accordingly, with as directed by the medical team.
- To assess, review daily and discharge patients admitted for elective systemic anti-cancer therapy, under supervision of the treating medical team.
- To assess, review daily and discharge patients admitted for radionuclide therapy under supervision of the treating team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:
- Assess and examine patients, order appropriate investigations, interpret investigation findings, form a list of differential diagnoses and instigate management accordingly, with as directed by the medical team.
- To assess, review daily and discharge patients admitted for elective systemic anti-cancer therapy, under supervision of the treating medical team.
- To assess, review daily and discharge patients admitted for radionuclide therapy under supervision of the treating team.
Person Specification
Education / qualifications
Essential
- BA/BS Degree prior to undertaking PA program
- PG Dip or MSc. in Physician Assistant Studies from a recognised UK training programme
- Current and valid certification or re-certification by the Physician Associate National Examination
- Registration with the UK Managed Voluntary Registry for Physician Associates which currently includes membership of the Faculty of Physician Associates at the Royal College of Physicians
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of conducting clinical audit/quality improvement
- Experience in medical procedures and terminology
- To be experienced in the use of electronic data capture systems, Microsoft Word and Excel and electronic patient record systems
Desirable
- Experience in oncology or haemato-oncology
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
Essential
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- Ability to motivate and develop the multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to implement and interpret policies and procedures
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to act in a tactful, confidential and professional manner
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work well with colleagues and within a team
- Ability to be flexible, acting with care and putting the patient first
- Commitment to CME and professional development
Person Specification
Education / qualifications
Essential
- BA/BS Degree prior to undertaking PA program
- PG Dip or MSc. in Physician Assistant Studies from a recognised UK training programme
- Current and valid certification or re-certification by the Physician Associate National Examination
- Registration with the UK Managed Voluntary Registry for Physician Associates which currently includes membership of the Faculty of Physician Associates at the Royal College of Physicians
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of conducting clinical audit/quality improvement
- Experience in medical procedures and terminology
- To be experienced in the use of electronic data capture systems, Microsoft Word and Excel and electronic patient record systems
Desirable
- Experience in oncology or haemato-oncology
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
Essential
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- Ability to motivate and develop the multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to implement and interpret policies and procedures
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to act in a tactful, confidential and professional manner
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work well with colleagues and within a team
- Ability to be flexible, acting with care and putting the patient first
- Commitment to CME and professional development
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).
