Job summary
PHYSICIAN ASSOCIATE IN CLINICAL HAEMATOLOGY (SPECIAL INTEREST BMT)
Applications are invited to apply for this post in the Department of Clinical Haematology. This will include clinical planning and transplant pathway management, support of clinical haematology ward and bone marrow biopsy delivery work.
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking service at a tertiary cancer centre that specialises in both autograft and allograft stem cell transplants. You will be trained in all skills required for the role, including all elements of the bone marrow transplant (BMT) pathway and skills to become proficient in undertaking bone marrow biopsy.
The post is available from September 2023.
Candidates are highly recommended to visit the department and hospital and are invited to contact Dr Robert Danby, Consultant Haematologist (Robert.danby@ouh.nhs.uk), or Graham Collins, Clinical Lead of Haematology (graham.collins@ouh.nhs.uk)
To apply and gain further details of this post, go to http://www.oxfordradcliffe.nhs.uk/workingforus then click 'NHS Jobs'. Please apply via this website and e-mail your CV to recruitmentandcareers@orh.nhs.uk quoting the above title and your application reference number as issued by NHS jobs.
In the interest of equal opportunities, we want to make sure that information about candidates is provided in the same format so all applicants should fill in the standard application form on the NHS Jobs website.
About us
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trustis one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. Find out more herewww.ouh.nhs.uk
The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.
Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via theOUH YouTube channel.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical and Research Responsibilities:
BMT Scheduling and Planning
Alongside the consultants and specialist nursing team, a key component of this role is to support patients and their families through the BMT pathway, from time of referral to post-transplant care. This will involve compassionate and effective communication with these service users, both via phone, email and clinical appointments. The role also includes liaison and collaboration with a wide range of other clinical services, including NHSBT, registry bodies and district general hospitals. The post-holder will also be involved in arranged necessary pre-transplant investigations (e.g. echocardiogram, lung function test, PET/CT, bone marrow biopsy, dental assessment)
The post holder will be trained in Good Clinical Practice, consent taking, HTA compliance and other mandatory training requirements. The job will involve a good mix of practical work, data management and patient interaction, with attendance at BMT outpatient clinic. The post holder is expected to work alongside other members of the clinical haematology team to cover service provision when necessary.
Bone marrow biopsy
Once trained and competence assessed, the post holder will undertake bone marrow biopsy procedures on BMT patients. They will work within this nurse led service.
Outpatients clinic
The postholder will review selected outpatients in BMT clinic and write their clinic letters. All outpatient activity will be supervised by the consultant in charge of the clinic and only appropriate patients will be allocated to the physician associate.
The appointee will undergo a period of training, supervision, and accreditation to activities relevant to the department.
The post holder will be supervised by a designated consultant and will also have individual mentors to overview their career development.
For more details, please see full job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical and Research Responsibilities:
BMT Scheduling and Planning
Alongside the consultants and specialist nursing team, a key component of this role is to support patients and their families through the BMT pathway, from time of referral to post-transplant care. This will involve compassionate and effective communication with these service users, both via phone, email and clinical appointments. The role also includes liaison and collaboration with a wide range of other clinical services, including NHSBT, registry bodies and district general hospitals. The post-holder will also be involved in arranged necessary pre-transplant investigations (e.g. echocardiogram, lung function test, PET/CT, bone marrow biopsy, dental assessment)
The post holder will be trained in Good Clinical Practice, consent taking, HTA compliance and other mandatory training requirements. The job will involve a good mix of practical work, data management and patient interaction, with attendance at BMT outpatient clinic. The post holder is expected to work alongside other members of the clinical haematology team to cover service provision when necessary.
Bone marrow biopsy
Once trained and competence assessed, the post holder will undertake bone marrow biopsy procedures on BMT patients. They will work within this nurse led service.
Outpatients clinic
The postholder will review selected outpatients in BMT clinic and write their clinic letters. All outpatient activity will be supervised by the consultant in charge of the clinic and only appropriate patients will be allocated to the physician associate.
The appointee will undergo a period of training, supervision, and accreditation to activities relevant to the department.
The post holder will be supervised by a designated consultant and will also have individual mentors to overview their career development.
For more details, please see full job description.
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- BA/BS degree prior to undertaking PA programme; PG Dip in Physician Associate from a UK training Programme
- Current & Valid certification or recertification by the PA National examination
Desirable
- ILS certification; ACLS certification
Clinical Experience & Skills
Essential
- Ability to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures
- Able to organise & prioritise workload effectively
Desirable
- Experience of conducting clinical trials
- Experience in Clinical Haematology or Emergency Department
Clinical Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of medical procedures and terminology
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- BA/BS degree prior to undertaking PA programme; PG Dip in Physician Associate from a UK training Programme
- Current & Valid certification or recertification by the PA National examination
Desirable
- ILS certification; ACLS certification
Clinical Experience & Skills
Essential
- Ability to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures
- Able to organise & prioritise workload effectively
Desirable
- Experience of conducting clinical trials
- Experience in Clinical Haematology or Emergency Department
Clinical Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of medical procedures and terminology
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).
