Job summary
We are looking for enthusiastic and highly motivated Physician Associates to take part in a two year rotational post across medical specialities. The successful candidates will rotate across 4 specialties within the acute hospital.
We have 10 Physician Associates (PA) working in a variety of specialities in a mixture of rotational and substantive posts throughout the trust. The PA profession has grown at Yeovil Hospital over the last few years with a dedicated PA leadership team. We believe a key component of the role is a clear idea of a career progression with consultant supervision and mentoring. We have regular PA specific teaching sessions which are not only beneficial for ongoing CPD requirements, but also help create a warm and welcoming PA community.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a team which will focus on supporting and developing your skills and knowledge.
We are a friendly and caring team who pride ourselves on our commitment to high quality care. You will join a team of medical professionals working through all clinical areas ensuring a first-class service and experience.
Main duties of the job
Physician Associates are trained to assess and examine patients, present them, initiate and interpret investigations, and recommend treatment. They will be expected to liaise with other professionals and specialities as required and complete necessary documentation relating to their patients.
It is expected that the Physician Associates will become involved in the activities of the Department, including, reviewing patients admitted to their ward/s and providing subsequent management of their case as part of the medical team. It would be envisaged that the role would be developed flexibly over time in accordance with the appointee's clinical interests and in line with the needs of the service.
About us
Yeovil Hospital is an ambitious and friendly Trust that is proud to provide acute care for a population of more than 225,000 people in South Somerset, North and West Dorset and parts of Mendip. The hospital has 345 beds, a busy Emergency Department, a variety of outpatient and diagnostics services, and a private patient's wing which offers a personal service in state-of-the-art clinical facilities, with all profits being invested back into NHS healthcare.
Benefits of working for us:
- Working for a Trust voted 1st for Health and Well-being across the UK (NHS staff survey)
- Full NHS terms and conditions including extensive holidays, Agenda for Change pay with enhancements
- Attractive relocation payment if you relocate to the local area.
- Discounts for local and national retailers
- Dedicated well-being services for all employees
- Flexible working where possible
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full details about the role and the main responsibilities can be found in the attached job description.
IMPORTANT EMPLOYMENT LEGISLATION: The Government has introduced through legislation, regulations that require patient facing healthcare workers to be fully vaccinated (1st and 2nd dose) against COVID-19 by 1st April 2022. To achieve this the successful applicant must have had their 1st COVID-19 vaccination by 3rd February 2022. Therefore, full COVID-19 vaccination will be a condition of employment unless an individual is medically exempt. We will ask for proof of vaccination during the recruitment process.
Please Note: Our Trust is undergoing a merger to enable Yeovil Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Somerset NHS Foundation Trust to become one combined organisation in April 2023. If you are successful in securing employment with the Trust we wanted to make you aware of this proposed merger. If this merger is confirmed, your employment will continue as part of the newly formed Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full details about the role and the main responsibilities can be found in the attached job description.
IMPORTANT EMPLOYMENT LEGISLATION: The Government has introduced through legislation, regulations that require patient facing healthcare workers to be fully vaccinated (1st and 2nd dose) against COVID-19 by 1st April 2022. To achieve this the successful applicant must have had their 1st COVID-19 vaccination by 3rd February 2022. Therefore, full COVID-19 vaccination will be a condition of employment unless an individual is medically exempt. We will ask for proof of vaccination during the recruitment process.
Please Note: Our Trust is undergoing a merger to enable Yeovil Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Somerset NHS Foundation Trust to become one combined organisation in April 2023. If you are successful in securing employment with the Trust we wanted to make you aware of this proposed merger. If this merger is confirmed, your employment will continue as part of the newly formed Trust.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BA/BSc level degree prior to undertaking PA programme.
- PGDip/MSc in Physician Associate studies from a recognised UK or US training programme.
- Valid certification of passing the Physician Associate national exam.
- Registration on the Physician Associate managed voluntary register (PAMVR).
Desirable
- BLS/ILS/PILS/ALS certification.
- Recognised qualification in teaching
Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience in general medicine
- Evidence of working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Desirable
- Previous experience in speciality medicine related to the department applied for
- Experience of designing audit projects.
- Evidence of research experience e.g. publications
- Experience of teaching
- Previous experience of working in the NHS or experience of NHS working practices and systems.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Competent in history talking and examination skills.
- Ability to take responsibility for clinical care of patients under the supervision of Consultants.
- Demonstrates clinical leadership
- Computer literacy
Desirable
- Interested in and understands principals of medical audit.
- Management skills
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrates commitment to CPD
- Able to establish good working relationships with other member of the multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to modern practices.
Desirable
- Commitment to career in Hospital medicine.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BA/BSc level degree prior to undertaking PA programme.
- PGDip/MSc in Physician Associate studies from a recognised UK or US training programme.
- Valid certification of passing the Physician Associate national exam.
- Registration on the Physician Associate managed voluntary register (PAMVR).
Desirable
- BLS/ILS/PILS/ALS certification.
- Recognised qualification in teaching
Experience
Essential
- Clinical training and experience in general medicine
- Evidence of working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Desirable
- Previous experience in speciality medicine related to the department applied for
- Experience of designing audit projects.
- Evidence of research experience e.g. publications
- Experience of teaching
- Previous experience of working in the NHS or experience of NHS working practices and systems.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Competent in history talking and examination skills.
- Ability to take responsibility for clinical care of patients under the supervision of Consultants.
- Demonstrates clinical leadership
- Computer literacy
Desirable
- Interested in and understands principals of medical audit.
- Management skills
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrates commitment to CPD
- Able to establish good working relationships with other member of the multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to modern practices.
Desirable
- Commitment to career in Hospital medicine.
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).
