Job summary
We
are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Physician Associate who is
adaptable, dynamic, and committed to providing excellent patient care in a busy
and rewarding environment.
You
will be responsible for delivering medical services in accordance with your competencies,
under written delegation from a supervising GP who retains responsibility for
patient care.
Main duties of the job
Core
Responsibilities Include:
- Conducting patient histories, physical exams,
assessments, diagnoses, and initiating or revising treatment plans
- Ordering and reviewing investigations, arranging
referrals and admissions where necessary
- Providing health education and counselling to support
long-term condition management
- Supporting quality improvement, audit, research, and
education
- Contributing to the training and supervision of
colleagues and students
- Staying current with professional education and
maintaining registration
About us
Saxonbrook
Medical Centre is a thriving, forward-thinking GP practice serving over 19,600
patients across two modern sites in Crawley. We are proud of our diverse and dynamic
team, which includes GPs, Physician Associates, Paramedics, Nurses, HCAs,
Pharmacists, and a dedicated administrative and patient services team.
With
17 years of experience integrating Physician Associates into our clinical team,
we are now looking to expand this part of our workforce.
We
are a training practice involved in the development of GP trainees, FY doctors,
medical students, and PA students several of whom have gone on to join us
permanently.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Core
Responsibilities Include:
- Conducting patient histories, physical exams,
assessments, diagnoses, and initiating or revising treatment plans
- Ordering and reviewing investigations, arranging
referrals and admissions where necessary
- Providing health education and counselling to support
long-term condition management
- Supporting quality improvement, audit, research, and
education
- Contributing to the training and supervision of
colleagues and students
- Staying current with professional education and
maintaining registration
Job description
Job responsibilities
Core
Responsibilities Include:
- Conducting patient histories, physical exams,
assessments, diagnoses, and initiating or revising treatment plans
- Ordering and reviewing investigations, arranging
referrals and admissions where necessary
- Providing health education and counselling to support
long-term condition management
- Supporting quality improvement, audit, research, and
education
- Contributing to the training and supervision of
colleagues and students
- Staying current with professional education and
maintaining registration
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- We are looking for someone who:
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Works well autonomously and as part of a team
- Brings energy, initiative, and professionalism to the role
- Is committed to ongoing professional development
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- We are looking for someone who:
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Works well autonomously and as part of a team
- Brings energy, initiative, and professionalism to the role
- Is committed to ongoing professional development
Desirable
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).
