Job summary
We are looking to appoint enthusiastic and motivated Band 7 Physician Associate looking to start a career in Geriatric Medicine. The appointees will join us as part of an expansion in our medical and nursing workforce.
Physician Associates will provide direct clinical care of patients, working under supervision of a named doctor. The Physician Associate will be responsible for the assessment of patients, formulation of a working diagnosis and differential diagnosis, a plan of investigation and treatment. This plan will be discussed with and agreed by the supervising doctor. This will include formulating management plans tailored to individual patient needs across multiple areas and for patients with specific needs, for example learning difficulties.
Applicants must be registered with the Royal College of Physician's Faculty of Physician Associates. We are happy for Band 6 applicants apply subject to competencies being met.
Main duties of the job
The Geriatrics Division has undergone major transformation over the last few years. Service transformation and innovation works are continuing, and we are striving to give the best care available nationally to our expanding, and increasingly elderly, population. Our aim is to provide excellent care for frail older patients from community to hospital and back home. We aim to treat acute illness appropriately, to enhance quality of life, to reduce disability, recognise when life is nearing its end and to provide individualised person-centred care in the right place at the right time.The Geriatrics and Frailty Division currently manage approximately 240 beds across Queens and King George Hospital and the Trust discharges approximately 1,600 patients from our Elderly Care Wards per year across both sites.
We have recently opened a unique and innovative Frailty units at Queens Hospital (QFU) and King Georges Hospital (Beech FU) that is among the first in the country to operate an independent rafting model outside of the ED environment, taking direct attendances for older people via ambulance thus ensuring our patients see specialist frailty MDT immediately on arrival to hospital.
About us
Under the leadership of our Chair Jacqui Smith and Matthew Trainer, our Chief Executive, we provide care for the residents of three of the most diverse London boroughs. More than half of our 7,500 strong workforce are from black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and most live in Barking and Dagenham, Havering and Redbridge. We also provide healthcare services to people in south west Essex, and specialist neurosciences services to the whole of the county.
Our services include all the major specialties of large acute hospitals, operating from two main sites - King George Hospital in Goodmayes and Queen's Hospital in Romford. We also provide outpatient services at Brentwood Community Hospital, Barking Hospital, Loxford Polyclinic, and Harold Wood Polyclinic. We have two of the busiest emergency departments in London.
As we recover from Covid-19, we're proud to be leading the way nationally in reducing the time our patients wait to get the treatment they need. The pandemic provided the drive forour teams to innovate and change.
We know we have more work to do to improve waiting times for urgent and emergency care, and our performance against the four-hour emergency access standard remains challenged, in comparison to many other London trusts.
We are particularly proud of our regional Neurosciences Centre; Radiotherapy Centre; Hyper Acute Stroke Unit; and dedicated breast care service at King George Hospital. We're also pleased to be part of the NEL Cancer Alliance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.
Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.
All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.
Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to Nichola Ceesay/Sarah Wood, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 4176/4188. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.
Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.
All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.
Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to Nichola Ceesay/Sarah Wood, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 4176/4188. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details below.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- MSc Physician Associate Studies (Or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
- Experience in UK health system.
Desirable
- Shows knowledge of evidence informed practice
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills
Desirable
- Clear logical thinking showing an analytical/ scientific approach
- Understanding of NHS clinical governance and resource constraints.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- MSc Physician Associate Studies (Or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
- Experience in UK health system.
Desirable
- Shows knowledge of evidence informed practice
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Good communication skills
Desirable
- Clear logical thinking showing an analytical/ scientific approach
- Understanding of NHS clinical governance and resource constraints.
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).
