Job summary
A fantastic opportunity has a risen for a Physician Associate to join Chanctonbury PCN.
Working across the four practices: Billingshurst Surgery, The Glebe Surgery, Henfield Medical Centre and Steyning Medical Practice, the successful candidate will be a key part of the PCN team, providing a holistic clinical service through a variety of preventative and reactive healthcare services.
Interview Information
Please note, interviews are scheduled to take place on Thursday 8th December 2022.
Main duties of the job
The role is part of an innovative approach to care
provision for patients with urgent care needs
for the member practices of a Primary Care Network
(group of several GP practices). The PA will work closely with other
clinicians, non-clinicians and our practice
teams to develop a collaborative approach to
supporting patients and their carers. In separating acute work from
longer-term work, both spectrums of problems
can be dealt with in a more timely manner, giving the best experience for
patients.
The Physician Associate will provide care for the
presenting patient from initial history taking and clinical assessment, through
to the diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. They will demonstrate
critical thinking in the clinical decision-making process, including assessment
and diagnostic skills, leading to the delivery of safe care for all patients.
The Physician Associate will provide a holistic, clinical service, with support
from the lead GP as required or the named GP for the patient, implementing agreed
management plans and following approved protocols.
Mentorship and supervision will be provided by designated
senior clinicians within the PCN. Specific training, teaching and peer support
will be provided by Innovations in Primary Care (IPC). Attendance will be encouraged at PCN or CCG wide educational
events.
About us
IPC is an innovative and ethical company providing high quality, integrated, patient-focused NHS services. We achieve this by harnessing the collective knowledge, skills, experience and energy of our clinicians and staff. If you believe in the importance and effectiveness of providing excellent care where patients need it and would like to apply to join us in this role, we would love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Work
collaboratively with the Urgent Care/Triage team to meet the needs of patients,
supporting the delivery of policy and procedures
Provide direct
clinical care to patients using established clinical guidelines.
Provide acute
illness triage and consultation via telephone, video consultation, face to face
consultation and home visits as appropriate, and in line with internal
protocols and standards.
Take medical
histories, perform physical examinations, analyse information
Formulate
diagnoses and treatment plans, in consultation with or referring to supervising
or lead GP(s) and explain these appropriately to patients
Refer patients
to Proactive Care, secondary care, other medical specialists, and other health
professionals as indicated.
Recommend and
explain appropriate diagnostic tests and treatment.
Order
laboratory tests as required and agreed under supervising clinicians.
Interpret
results of laboratory investigations when necessary.
Review and act
appropriately on referrals/correspondence regarding patients
Discuss the
result and implications of laboratory investigations with patients and carers
if appropriate.
Opportunistically
and where appropriate, instruct and educate patients and carers in preventative
health care.
Fully document
all aspects of patient care and complete all required paperwork.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Work
collaboratively with the Urgent Care/Triage team to meet the needs of patients,
supporting the delivery of policy and procedures
Provide direct
clinical care to patients using established clinical guidelines.
Provide acute
illness triage and consultation via telephone, video consultation, face to face
consultation and home visits as appropriate, and in line with internal
protocols and standards.
Take medical
histories, perform physical examinations, analyse information
Formulate
diagnoses and treatment plans, in consultation with or referring to supervising
or lead GP(s) and explain these appropriately to patients
Refer patients
to Proactive Care, secondary care, other medical specialists, and other health
professionals as indicated.
Recommend and
explain appropriate diagnostic tests and treatment.
Order
laboratory tests as required and agreed under supervising clinicians.
Interpret
results of laboratory investigations when necessary.
Review and act
appropriately on referrals/correspondence regarding patients
Discuss the
result and implications of laboratory investigations with patients and carers
if appropriate.
Opportunistically
and where appropriate, instruct and educate patients and carers in preventative
health care.
Fully document
all aspects of patient care and complete all required paperwork.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post Graduate Diploma, Masters or MSc in Physician Associate Studies, from a UK Physician Associate Programme or US Physician Assistant Programme
- Minimum of a 2:2 in a Life Science Degree or equivalent qualification
- Member of the Faculty of Physician Associates
- Registered on the PA Managed Voluntary Register (PAMVR)
- Competency in history taking and full physical assessment
- Ability to order and interpret clinical investigations
- Strong communication skills
- Flexible approach to work
- Good time management skills
- Committed to ongoing personal and professional development
Desirable
- Experience in Care of the Elderly
- Previous experience as Physician Associate in primary or secondary care
- Experienced leader
- Experience in improving work processes
- Interest in audit and/or structured teaching
- Driving Licence
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post Graduate Diploma, Masters or MSc in Physician Associate Studies, from a UK Physician Associate Programme or US Physician Assistant Programme
- Minimum of a 2:2 in a Life Science Degree or equivalent qualification
- Member of the Faculty of Physician Associates
- Registered on the PA Managed Voluntary Register (PAMVR)
- Competency in history taking and full physical assessment
- Ability to order and interpret clinical investigations
- Strong communication skills
- Flexible approach to work
- Good time management skills
- Committed to ongoing personal and professional development
Desirable
- Experience in Care of the Elderly
- Previous experience as Physician Associate in primary or secondary care
- Experienced leader
- Experience in improving work processes
- Interest in audit and/or structured teaching
- Driving Licence
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
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Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
