Job summary
Would you like to work as a Physician Associate in general practice joining the newest and most exciting branch of the profession?
We are looking to recruit Physician Associates who will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a patient-facing role. This role is within the East Primary Care Network.
This is an exciting opportunity in which you will gain experience and make a real impact. This role is pivotal to improving the quality of care and operational efficiencies so requires motivation and passion to deliver excellent service within the Primary Care Networks.
Main duties of the job
You should have completed the Physician Associate program and passed the Physician Associate National Examination, be a member of the Faculty of Physician Associates at the Royal College of Physicians (RCP); including PA Managed Voluntary Registration.
You will need to be flexible in your approach to work, as the role will require working in various practices and care homes across the Primary Care Networks, including;
Support management of patients conditions through offering specialised clinics following appropriate training
Provide health/disease promotion and prevention advice
Undertake face-to-face, telephone and online consultations for emergency or routine problems
Using appropriate referral pathways, refer patients to other services
Provide patient care; focused history taking, clinical assessment, diagnoses, treatment and evaluation of care; all under supervision of a named GP
Further details can be found in the attached job description.
About us
Primary Care Doncaster Ltd is developing a wide range of services to support general practice across the Borough and is looking at innovative ways to develop its workforce, due to interest by a significant number of GP practices and Networks within the town.
As a PCD employee you will have access to the generous NHS Pension Scheme and 27 annual leave days per year.
PCD are an equal opportunities employer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working under the supervision of a named GP, provide care for the presenting patient including focused history taking, clinical assessment, diagnoses, treatment and evaluation of care.
Work collaboratively with the healthcare team within the Primary Care Network (PCN) and its member practices to meet the needs of the patients, supporting delivery of appropriate care.
Provide a holistic and clinical services, with the support and supervision of experienced GPs, implementing agreed management plans and following approved protocols.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working under the supervision of a named GP, provide care for the presenting patient including focused history taking, clinical assessment, diagnoses, treatment and evaluation of care.
Work collaboratively with the healthcare team within the Primary Care Network (PCN) and its member practices to meet the needs of the patients, supporting delivery of appropriate care.
Provide a holistic and clinical services, with the support and supervision of experienced GPs, implementing agreed management plans and following approved protocols.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Knowledge
Essential
- Graduation from a recognised/accredited Physician Associate higher education institution
- Certification of passing the PA National Examination
- Member of the Faculty of Physician Associates at the RCP, including registration on the PA Managed Voluntary Register
Desirable
- MSc Degree in Physician Associate Studies
- BA/BSc degree prior to undertaking PA program
Experience
Essential
- Experienced or new Physician Associate graduate with associated clinical experience
Desirable
- Experience of working within a primary care environment
- Experience of preventative medicine and management of patients with long term conditions and complex needs
- Experience of seeing, assessing and treating acutely unwell people presenting in primary care
Skills/Competencies
Essential
- Ability to work well with colleagues and within a team, taking an active role
- Ability to liaise effectively with the wider healthcare community
- Awareness of local referral pathways and providing patient care in line with relevant guidance
- Ability to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures, organise and prioritise workloads
- Sound IT knowledge including use of clinical systems
- Experience of conducting clinical audit
Desirable
- An awareness of current developments and initiatives in primary care
- To assist in the development of the role of Physician Associate within the practice and the wider PCN, motivating and supporting colleagues
- An awareness of local commissioning objectives that impact upon primary care and the services delivered
Person Specification
Qualifications/Knowledge
Essential
- Graduation from a recognised/accredited Physician Associate higher education institution
- Certification of passing the PA National Examination
- Member of the Faculty of Physician Associates at the RCP, including registration on the PA Managed Voluntary Register
Desirable
- MSc Degree in Physician Associate Studies
- BA/BSc degree prior to undertaking PA program
Experience
Essential
- Experienced or new Physician Associate graduate with associated clinical experience
Desirable
- Experience of working within a primary care environment
- Experience of preventative medicine and management of patients with long term conditions and complex needs
- Experience of seeing, assessing and treating acutely unwell people presenting in primary care
Skills/Competencies
Essential
- Ability to work well with colleagues and within a team, taking an active role
- Ability to liaise effectively with the wider healthcare community
- Awareness of local referral pathways and providing patient care in line with relevant guidance
- Ability to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures, organise and prioritise workloads
- Sound IT knowledge including use of clinical systems
- Experience of conducting clinical audit
Desirable
- An awareness of current developments and initiatives in primary care
- To assist in the development of the role of Physician Associate within the practice and the wider PCN, motivating and supporting colleagues
- An awareness of local commissioning objectives that impact upon primary care and the services delivered
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).
