Job summary
2 x Physician Associate posts - Jupiter Ward and Ward 3 Full time, 37.5 hours per week
We are looking to recruit two Physician Associates to join the medical team on two inpatient wards (Jupiter and Ward 3), both are an adult acute general psychiatric ward. These roles will be based at Springfield Hospital and will work alongside a Consultant, specialty doctor, junior doctor as well as a team of nurses, a psychologist and an occupational therapist.
Applications are invited from Physician Associates who are keen to work in a mental health setting. Informal enquires are welcomed and encouraged.
Main duties of the job
The Physician Associate will be required to assess and examine patients, initiate and interpret investigations and recommend treatment within a defined scope of practice. They will be supported in developing their psychiatric assessment skills and completing necessary documentation relating to their patients.
They will work collaboratively with the ward MDT to encourage and ensure good working relationships, as well as having effective communication in liaising with other professionals and specialties as required.
The successful candidates will need to be dynamic, hardworking, exhibit excellent standards of communication and be expected to deliver high quality of evidence-based care and treatment. The Physician Associate will be supported in their professional development and will have regular clinical supervision with the Consultant Psychiatrist.
Please see job description for full details of the role.
About us
South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust has a rich history, well-established community links and an international reputation. We provide a full range of local mental health services to the Kingston, Merton, Richmond, Sutton and Wandsworth London boroughs, as well as specialist forensic mental health services, including high secure services, at Springfield Hospital.
We take pride in providing specialist care to our service users where our Trust values; being consistent, compassionate, collaborative, respectful and open is at the heart of everything we do. When you join us, you'll be part of something special - an innovative and rapidly growing organisation that is helping to redefine the Mental Health, education and social care landscape in the UK.
About the location:
Springfield University Hospital, Tooting
Our largest, 19-ward site is in Springfield Village, created following our £150m investment into two new world class mental health facilities. A 32-acre public park, shops and cafes are coming soon. Close to shops, cafes and Tooting Bec on the Northern Line plus Earlsfield and Tooting rail stations and bus routes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Duties
To participate in all diagnostic and treatment services in the employing organisation as delegated and agreed by the supervisor.
Provide direct clinical care to patients using established clinical guidelines, involving consulting with and referring patients to medical specialists and other health professionals as indicated.
To interview patients, take medical and psychiatric histories, perform physical examinations, analyse, diagnose and explain medical problems.
To recommend and explain appropriate diagnostic tests and treatment and to perform specialised diagnostic physical exams and treatment procedures.
To fully document all aspects of patient care and complete all required paperwork for legal and administrative purposes.
Provide accurate clinical advice and instructions to nursing and other health professionals as required.
To confer regularly with the medical supervisor and other health care staff, refer specific patients, plan and co-ordinate activities, exchange information, investigate and resolve problems.
Liaise with community teams as well as primary and relevant secondary hearth care providers about a patients on-going care and treatment needs.
Support health promotion activities including those relating to smoking, drugs and alcohol.
Provide psycho-educational support to patients and carers / families and support proactive screening and interventions with regard to the physical health of patients.
Liaise with pharmacy regarding issues relating to medication
To facilitate the discharge process (including completing electronic discharge summaries).
Carry out procedures which will include (but not be limited to):
o ECG
o Venepuncture
o IV cannulation
o Interpretation of blood results
o Mental state examination
o Cognitive assessment
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Duties
To participate in all diagnostic and treatment services in the employing organisation as delegated and agreed by the supervisor.
Provide direct clinical care to patients using established clinical guidelines, involving consulting with and referring patients to medical specialists and other health professionals as indicated.
To interview patients, take medical and psychiatric histories, perform physical examinations, analyse, diagnose and explain medical problems.
To recommend and explain appropriate diagnostic tests and treatment and to perform specialised diagnostic physical exams and treatment procedures.
To fully document all aspects of patient care and complete all required paperwork for legal and administrative purposes.
Provide accurate clinical advice and instructions to nursing and other health professionals as required.
To confer regularly with the medical supervisor and other health care staff, refer specific patients, plan and co-ordinate activities, exchange information, investigate and resolve problems.
Liaise with community teams as well as primary and relevant secondary hearth care providers about a patients on-going care and treatment needs.
Support health promotion activities including those relating to smoking, drugs and alcohol.
Provide psycho-educational support to patients and carers / families and support proactive screening and interventions with regard to the physical health of patients.
Liaise with pharmacy regarding issues relating to medication
To facilitate the discharge process (including completing electronic discharge summaries).
Carry out procedures which will include (but not be limited to):
o ECG
o Venepuncture
o IV cannulation
o Interpretation of blood results
o Mental state examination
o Cognitive assessment
Person Specification
TRAINING & QUALIFICATION
Essential
- BA / BSc Degree prior to undertaking Physician Associate Programme
- Graduate of an accredited UK Physician Associate training programme with PG Diploma
- Successfully passed national PA National Exam
- Registration on the GMC register, or ability to so register before commencing employment
- Equal opportunity training in the last 3 years.
Desirable
- Certified CPR / ALS and PALS
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Demonstrable patient assessment skills
- Phlebotomy, cannulation and ECG recording
- Demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of all relevant and related aspects of anatomy and physiology.
- Demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of related medical conditions, treatments and Pharmacology
- Proven ability to support Doctors in clinical decision making
- Ability to work both autonomously and in a team.
- Detailed knowledge of maintaining confidentiality and implementing data protection legislation requirements including information governance
Desirable
- Experience of working as a Physician Associate in General Practice and / or Secondary Care
- Proven track record of successful local project or initiative
- Previous education or leadership experience.
- Experience of chairing meetings
- Experience of report writing
Person Specification
TRAINING & QUALIFICATION
Essential
- BA / BSc Degree prior to undertaking Physician Associate Programme
- Graduate of an accredited UK Physician Associate training programme with PG Diploma
- Successfully passed national PA National Exam
- Registration on the GMC register, or ability to so register before commencing employment
- Equal opportunity training in the last 3 years.
Desirable
- Certified CPR / ALS and PALS
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Demonstrable patient assessment skills
- Phlebotomy, cannulation and ECG recording
- Demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of all relevant and related aspects of anatomy and physiology.
- Demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of related medical conditions, treatments and Pharmacology
- Proven ability to support Doctors in clinical decision making
- Ability to work both autonomously and in a team.
- Detailed knowledge of maintaining confidentiality and implementing data protection legislation requirements including information governance
Desirable
- Experience of working as a Physician Associate in General Practice and / or Secondary Care
- Proven track record of successful local project or initiative
- Previous education or leadership experience.
- Experience of chairing meetings
- Experience of report writing
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).
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.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
