Physician's Assistant

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

Are you looking for job satisfaction and a new challenge ?....

We can offer exciting full time rotational positions which offer an excellent opportunity to be involved in the care of patients within specialist units (for example Medical Directorate, Accident and Emergency, Neuro, Transplant & Paediatrics) and work within friendly professional teams via a rotational shift system covering a 24 hour service period.

We are also looking for confident, positive people with good communication and organisational skills to work directly with medical and nursing staff. The role is Clinical and you will be required to use the Trust computer system for which full training will be given.

It is a requirement of this role that you undertake the Physician's Assistant Training programme which works towards National Occupational Standards and undertake Objective Structured Clinical Examinations.

Main duties of the job

Provide clinical skills to patients under the direction of Clinicians adhering to trust policies procedures and Trust Values

To assist in patient care of specific patient group by undertaking clinical tasks as directed by and under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Doctor.

May involve working in a variety of settings including hospital and outreach working.

About us

Our Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 11000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.

Date posted

25 August 2022

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£21,730 to £23,177 a year p.a. pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

180-B-224091

Job locations

Addenbrookes Hospital - Division B

Hills road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

This vacancy will close on 11th September 2022

Interviews are due to be held on 20th September 2022

Band 2 and 3 Posts:

As per Home Office guidelines, please be aware that, unfortunately, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular position.

Benefits to you

We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.

Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

This vacancy will close on 11th September 2022

Interviews are due to be held on 20th September 2022

Band 2 and 3 Posts:

As per Home Office guidelines, please be aware that, unfortunately, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular position.

Benefits to you

We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.

Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • oGood educational standard oLegible handwriting oWilling to work towards National Occupational Standards oLiteracy and Numeracy

Desirable

  • oGCSE in English Grade C or above or equivalent

Experience

Essential

  • oExperience of team working

Desirable

  • oNHS experience

Knowledge

Essential

  • oAble to work within clear boundaries oUnderstand confidentiality oEffective verbal and written communication

Skills

Essential

  • oGood communication skills oGood interpersonal skills oAbility to remain calm under pressure oProficient IT skills oAble to work both in a team and as an individual oAbility to work in an organised manner and to high standards oShow attention to detail

Desirable

  • oAbility to prioritise oMethodical

Additional Requirements

Essential

  • The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • oGood educational standard oLegible handwriting oWilling to work towards National Occupational Standards oLiteracy and Numeracy

Desirable

  • oGCSE in English Grade C or above or equivalent

Experience

Essential

  • oExperience of team working

Desirable

  • oNHS experience

Knowledge

Essential

  • oAble to work within clear boundaries oUnderstand confidentiality oEffective verbal and written communication

Skills

Essential

  • oGood communication skills oGood interpersonal skills oAbility to remain calm under pressure oProficient IT skills oAble to work both in a team and as an individual oAbility to work in an organised manner and to high standards oShow attention to detail

Desirable

  • oAbility to prioritise oMethodical

Additional Requirements

Essential

  • The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrookes Hospital - Division B

Hills road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ


Employer's website

https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Addenbrookes Hospital - Division B

Hills road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ


Employer's website

https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Service Manager

Christine Ward

christine.ward23@nhs.net

01223348598

Date posted

25 August 2022

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£21,730 to £23,177 a year p.a. pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

180-B-224091

Job locations

Addenbrookes Hospital - Division B

Hills road

Cambridge

CB2 0QQ


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