Job summary
This is a brand new,
exciting opportunity for a Physician Associate to be based in general practice
whilst being supported to develop an extended role in breast surgery at the
Burnley Breast unit.
In
Primary care, the Physician Associate, supported by accountable GPs, 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. They will work collaboratively with the healthcare
team to meet the needs of the patients, supporting the delivery of policy and
procedures.
Within
the breast unit, the Physician Associate will join a friendly, high-achieving
multidisciplinary breast surgery team working to maintain a high-standard
breast service in East Lancashire. They
will supplement their career as a generalist with the opportunity to gain
specialist knowledge and skills in breast disease management.
The
PA will expand their breast experience with the peer-support of an experienced
multidisciplinary team and a supervisor to develop their knowledge and
skills. They will work closely with their supervisor and the wider team to
implement a new innovative mastalgia (breast pain) clinic pathway.
Main duties of the job
The PA will provide a holistic and
clinical service, with support from GPs as required, implementing agreed
management plans and following approved protocols as appropriate. The PA will
be expected on a typical day to carry out some home visits, Care Home Ward
Rounds and consult with patients who present on the day and via booked
appointments. The PA will also review and act appropriately on blood results
and referrals / correspondence regarding their patients.
The
PA is expected to develop leadership and service development skills and
implement new ways of working across Primary and Secondary Care. This will include leading an educational
project that will support primary care colleagues to increase their confidence
in managing breast disease and improve the early diagnosis of breast cancer.
About us
Mentorship and supervision will be provided by designated senior
medical personnel.
The PA would be expected to attend and partake in arranged
educational meetings.
The job
description is intended to provide an outline of the key tasks and
responsibilities only. There may be other duties required of the post-holder
commensurate with the position. This description will be open to regular review
and may be amended to take into account development. All members of staff
should be prepared to take on additional duties or relinquish existing duties
in order to maintain the efficient running of the services.
This job
description is intended as a basic guide to the scope and responsibilities of the
post and is not exhaustive. It will be subject to regular review and amendment
as necessary in consultation with the post holder.
An enhanced DBS check will be carried out for all successful
candidates.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Participate in all treatment and preventative
healthcare services in the practices as delegated and agreed by the clinical
leads
Provide direct clinical care to patients using
established clinical guidelines
Consult and refer (in person and by digital
platforms) patients to physicians, medical specialists and other health
professionals as indicated
Interview patients, take medical histories,
perform physical examinations, analyse, diagnose explain medical problems
during surgery consultations and home visits
Play an integral part in the Network Des
Contract for Care Homes across each PCN
Recommend and explain appropriate diagnostic
tests and treatment.
Request and interpret results of laboratory
investigations when necessary.
Perform specialised diagnostic physical exams
and treatment procedures.
Instruct and educate patients in preventative
health care.
Conduct telephone or video consultations which
may involve discussing the result and implications of laboratory investigations
with patients as well as dealing appropriately with routine and emergency
complaints
Order laboratory tests as required and agreed
under supervising doctor(s).
Fully document all aspects of patient care and
complete all required paperwork for legal and administrative purposes
Participate fully in the clinicians’ duty rota
including the provision of home visits when appropriate
Formulate diagnoses and treatment plans, in
consultation with or referring to supervising doctor(s) as appropriate
Provide clinical tasks to nursing staff and
Primary Care Team as required.
Communicate when necessary with colleagues in
Primary Care and hospital specialists in order to discuss or refer specific
patients, plan and co-ordinate activities or exchange information in order to
improve the quality of patient care
Deal regularly with community hospitals,
consultants and other health care providers, insurance companies and other
community organisations to refer/consult on specific cases, participate in
community service and education projects and activities and the like
This is an overview of the role, you have the opportunity to download a complete job description and person specification - you should retain a copy of this as it will become unavailable after the closing date.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Participate in all treatment and preventative
healthcare services in the practices as delegated and agreed by the clinical
leads
Provide direct clinical care to patients using
established clinical guidelines
Consult and refer (in person and by digital
platforms) patients to physicians, medical specialists and other health
professionals as indicated
Interview patients, take medical histories,
perform physical examinations, analyse, diagnose explain medical problems
during surgery consultations and home visits
Play an integral part in the Network Des
Contract for Care Homes across each PCN
Recommend and explain appropriate diagnostic
tests and treatment.
Request and interpret results of laboratory
investigations when necessary.
Perform specialised diagnostic physical exams
and treatment procedures.
Instruct and educate patients in preventative
health care.
Conduct telephone or video consultations which
may involve discussing the result and implications of laboratory investigations
with patients as well as dealing appropriately with routine and emergency
complaints
Order laboratory tests as required and agreed
under supervising doctor(s).
Fully document all aspects of patient care and
complete all required paperwork for legal and administrative purposes
Participate fully in the clinicians’ duty rota
including the provision of home visits when appropriate
Formulate diagnoses and treatment plans, in
consultation with or referring to supervising doctor(s) as appropriate
Provide clinical tasks to nursing staff and
Primary Care Team as required.
Communicate when necessary with colleagues in
Primary Care and hospital specialists in order to discuss or refer specific
patients, plan and co-ordinate activities or exchange information in order to
improve the quality of patient care
Deal regularly with community hospitals,
consultants and other health care providers, insurance companies and other
community organisations to refer/consult on specific cases, participate in
community service and education projects and activities and the like
This is an overview of the role, you have the opportunity to download a complete job description and person specification - you should retain a copy of this as it will become unavailable after the closing date.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum Postgraduate Diploma in Physician Associate Studies
- Registered on the Faculty of Physician Associate Managed Voluntary Register
- Current and valid certification or re-certification of the National Certifying Examinations for Physicians Associates (Royal College of Physicians)
- Passed and completed 1 year post graduate preceptorship
- Membership of the Faculty of Physician Associates (Royal College of Physicians)
Desirable
- Experience working as a Physician Associate in an Acute Hospital or Community setting
Experience
Essential
- Ability to effectively triage, assess and diagnose
- Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to refer to GPs or colleague
- Able to manage time and prioritise workload
- Understands the basic principles of audit and research
- Contributes to teaching and learning of others in the clinical setting
- Able to demonstrate promotion of Best Practice through clinical governance mechanisms.
- Able to communicate effectively both written and verbal
- Able to discuss treatment options with patients in a way they can understand
- Able to self-manage and work independently, showing initiative
- Presentation Skills
- Awareness of self and leadership attributes
- Flexible approach to change
Desirable
- Participation in clinical/ laboratory research
- Publications, abstracts, peer reviewed articles, book chapters
- Evidence of assisting in the development of the Physician Associate role in the UK
- Evidence of teaching Physician Associate students or Medical students
- Able to establish good working relations with patients, carers and multi-disciplinary colleagues
- Understands the responsibilities of being an employee in the NHS
- Evidence of communication skills
- Experience of working in teams
- Evidence of leading a project, service development or change process
Personal Attributes and Experience
Essential
- Recognises stressful situations and responds appropriately
- Demonstrates initiative, and enthusiasm
- Respects and promotes individuals rights, interests, preferences, beliefs and cultures
- Potential to benefit from the training available
- Ability to identify potential areas of risk; takes action to minimize the risk.
- Willingness to travel as necessary for post. Own transport advantageous.
Desirable
- Evidence of leadership qualities
Maintaining Clinical Competence
Essential
- Keeps professional knowledge and skills up to date
- Maintains clinical and non-clinical skills
Desirable
- Demonstrates a critical and enquiring approach to knowledge acquisition
- Ability to practise evidence based medicine
Probity
Essential
- Displays honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum Postgraduate Diploma in Physician Associate Studies
- Registered on the Faculty of Physician Associate Managed Voluntary Register
- Current and valid certification or re-certification of the National Certifying Examinations for Physicians Associates (Royal College of Physicians)
- Passed and completed 1 year post graduate preceptorship
- Membership of the Faculty of Physician Associates (Royal College of Physicians)
Desirable
- Experience working as a Physician Associate in an Acute Hospital or Community setting
Experience
Essential
- Ability to effectively triage, assess and diagnose
- Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to refer to GPs or colleague
- Able to manage time and prioritise workload
- Understands the basic principles of audit and research
- Contributes to teaching and learning of others in the clinical setting
- Able to demonstrate promotion of Best Practice through clinical governance mechanisms.
- Able to communicate effectively both written and verbal
- Able to discuss treatment options with patients in a way they can understand
- Able to self-manage and work independently, showing initiative
- Presentation Skills
- Awareness of self and leadership attributes
- Flexible approach to change
Desirable
- Participation in clinical/ laboratory research
- Publications, abstracts, peer reviewed articles, book chapters
- Evidence of assisting in the development of the Physician Associate role in the UK
- Evidence of teaching Physician Associate students or Medical students
- Able to establish good working relations with patients, carers and multi-disciplinary colleagues
- Understands the responsibilities of being an employee in the NHS
- Evidence of communication skills
- Experience of working in teams
- Evidence of leading a project, service development or change process
Personal Attributes and Experience
Essential
- Recognises stressful situations and responds appropriately
- Demonstrates initiative, and enthusiasm
- Respects and promotes individuals rights, interests, preferences, beliefs and cultures
- Potential to benefit from the training available
- Ability to identify potential areas of risk; takes action to minimize the risk.
- Willingness to travel as necessary for post. Own transport advantageous.
Desirable
- Evidence of leadership qualities
Maintaining Clinical Competence
Essential
- Keeps professional knowledge and skills up to date
- Maintains clinical and non-clinical skills
Desirable
- Demonstrates a critical and enquiring approach to knowledge acquisition
- Ability to practise evidence based medicine
Probity
Essential
- Displays honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality
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).
