Job summary
We are currently recruiting Physician Associates to join multidisciplinary teams working within our Mental Health Services.
The vacancy is for an adult, acute
inpatient ward based at Rosebery Park Hospital. The post includes the equivalent of half a day per
week protected CPD time. There is also an option for the successful applicant
to negotiate a further half day per week to undertake medical education or
quality improvement activities as part of their PDP.
Please note, there are other PA vacancies advertised across the trust. The successful applicants will join our existing team of Physician Associates. In addition to receiving supervision from an identified Clinical Supervisor, once in post candidates will be further supported by a Lead Educational Tutor, Deputy Tutor and Nurse Lead for Physician Associates.
These posts would suit both newly qualified Physician Associates and more experienced candidates who are keen to develop their expertise in Mental Health services. The successful candidate will work in a dynamic, supportive and rewarding environment, with multiple opportunities for career progression.
Our Physician Associates will work collaboratively with the multi- disciplinary team and play a key role in ensuring that the highest standards of patient care and treatment are provided, improving both continuity of care and the overall patient experience within Tees Esk and Wear Valleys.
Main duties of the job
·Take responsibility for the mental health and physical health care of patients/ service users under the supervision of a Consultant Psychiatrist.
· Maintain timely and appropriate documentation using Trust approved electronic medical recording systems.
· Analysis of reports and interpretation of test results in order to support patient/ service user care.
· Record clinical notes about patient contacts and provide advice to staff on further management, investigations and interventions.
· Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, support and contribute to timely discharge planning of patients from the wards when appropriate.
· Develop and maintain specialist medical knowledge appropriate to the role through relevant Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Continuing Medical Education (CME) recording activity as per the requirements of the PAMVR.
· To actively participate in the required revalidation processes of the Physician Associate Managed Voluntary Registration Commission (PAMVRC) and subsequently the appropriate statutory regulating body once established.
About us
Our commitment to you, we will:
· Provide the opportunity for you to help shape the role of the Physician Associates within Mental Health services based on your ideas and experience.
· Provide a comprehensive induction programme that aims to develop and consolidate your knowledge and skills in core components of Mental Health.
· Ensure you have an identified Clinical Supervisor and are receiving supervision commensurate with your development needs.
· Provide a structured educational support programme (in collaboration with external providers such as local acute Trusts and HEE) ensuring opportunities to undertake CPD across a broad range of areas encompassing physical and mental health, enabling you to maintain your registration.
· Offer additional support from a dedicated team responsible for maintaining oversight of your development and the development of the Physician Associates role within the organisation.
· Provide ongoing day to day administrative support and contact from within the wider Medical Development team.
· Provide opportunities to link with other Physician Associates in the Trust for peer support and networking.
· Provide opportunities and support to become engaged in educational and audit activities, including the teaching of PA and Medical students.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job responsibilities
The Physician Associate (PA) will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure that high standards of patient care and treatment are provided. They will support high quality patient care, providing continuity of service and improving the overall patient experience
At the beginning of your placement you will take part in an induction programme. The induction will introduce you to the Trust if you have not previously worked with us before. As part of the induction you will be introduced to the workplace and informed of the requirements of the post.
In addition, induction in the Trust comprises:
- Orientation to psychiatry for PA’s new to psychiatry
- IT and electronic record keeping induction
- First response resuscitation training
- Rapid tranquillisation training
- Management of violence and aggression training
- Other mandatory and statutory training
- Supervision arrangements
The PA will have one hour per week protected time supervision. Clinical supervision will also be provided as required during clinical work by senior members of medical and non-medical staff.
The Physician Associate will be required to:
- Play a key supporting role in the clinical management of patients/ service users.
- Have, develop and maintain specialist medical knowledge across abroad range of physical and mental health care conditions and procedures.
- Support the effective and efficient functioning of clinical services in collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams.
- Work flexibly and co-operatively with other members of the clinical team.
- Work to a weekly timetable, outlining fixed clinical commitments such as team meetings, clinics, supervision and training.
- Ensure sufficient time in roles to undertake duties related to their skill set in the clinical setting as detailed below. They will be expected to respond to clinical demands and play a role in prioritising clinical and other needs against educational requirements.
- Promote at all times a positive image of people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities.
- Promote at all times a positive image of the services of all psychiatric specialties and the wider Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job responsibilities
The Physician Associate (PA) will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure that high standards of patient care and treatment are provided. They will support high quality patient care, providing continuity of service and improving the overall patient experience
At the beginning of your placement you will take part in an induction programme. The induction will introduce you to the Trust if you have not previously worked with us before. As part of the induction you will be introduced to the workplace and informed of the requirements of the post.
In addition, induction in the Trust comprises:
- Orientation to psychiatry for PA’s new to psychiatry
- IT and electronic record keeping induction
- First response resuscitation training
- Rapid tranquillisation training
- Management of violence and aggression training
- Other mandatory and statutory training
- Supervision arrangements
The PA will have one hour per week protected time supervision. Clinical supervision will also be provided as required during clinical work by senior members of medical and non-medical staff.
The Physician Associate will be required to:
- Play a key supporting role in the clinical management of patients/ service users.
- Have, develop and maintain specialist medical knowledge across abroad range of physical and mental health care conditions and procedures.
- Support the effective and efficient functioning of clinical services in collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams.
- Work flexibly and co-operatively with other members of the clinical team.
- Work to a weekly timetable, outlining fixed clinical commitments such as team meetings, clinics, supervision and training.
- Ensure sufficient time in roles to undertake duties related to their skill set in the clinical setting as detailed below. They will be expected to respond to clinical demands and play a role in prioritising clinical and other needs against educational requirements.
- Promote at all times a positive image of people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities.
- Promote at all times a positive image of the services of all psychiatric specialties and the wider Trust.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BA/BSc level Degree prior to undertaking Physician Associate program
- Postgraduate Diploma/ Masters Degree in Physician Associate studies from an recognised UK University
- Current and valid certification or re-certification awarded by the Physician Associate National Examination
- Registration on the Faculty of Physician Associates Managed Voluntary Register (PAMVR) post qualification
- For USA trained candidates, current and valid certification with the National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant academic achievements, e.g. prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations etc.
Experience
Essential
- Ability to take responsibility for the care of patients/ service users under the supervision of a Consultant Psychiatrist
- Previous experience of having undertaken a Physician Associate role in psychiatry/ general healthcare Demonstrates knowledge of evidence informed practice
- Able to evidence sound understanding of the needs of the healthcare sector and needs of patients/ service users
- Experience of managing complex workloads in the day to day management of patients / service users
- Experience of working in multidisciplinary teams
Desirable
- Knowledge of UK healthcare systems, practices and values and awareness of current issues in the NHS
- An awareness of current developments and initiatives in mental healthcare
Skills
Essential
- Able to organise and prioritise own workload to meet deadlines
- Capacity to manage time and information effectively
- Capacity to operate under pressure whilst maintaining high standards of care and professionalism
- Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication and capacity to adapt
Desirable
- Demonstrates understanding of research including awareness of ethical issues
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BA/BSc level Degree prior to undertaking Physician Associate program
- Postgraduate Diploma/ Masters Degree in Physician Associate studies from an recognised UK University
- Current and valid certification or re-certification awarded by the Physician Associate National Examination
- Registration on the Faculty of Physician Associates Managed Voluntary Register (PAMVR) post qualification
- For USA trained candidates, current and valid certification with the National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant academic achievements, e.g. prizes, awards, distinctions, publications, presentations etc.
Experience
Essential
- Ability to take responsibility for the care of patients/ service users under the supervision of a Consultant Psychiatrist
- Previous experience of having undertaken a Physician Associate role in psychiatry/ general healthcare Demonstrates knowledge of evidence informed practice
- Able to evidence sound understanding of the needs of the healthcare sector and needs of patients/ service users
- Experience of managing complex workloads in the day to day management of patients / service users
- Experience of working in multidisciplinary teams
Desirable
- Knowledge of UK healthcare systems, practices and values and awareness of current issues in the NHS
- An awareness of current developments and initiatives in mental healthcare
Skills
Essential
- Able to organise and prioritise own workload to meet deadlines
- Capacity to manage time and information effectively
- Capacity to operate under pressure whilst maintaining high standards of care and professionalism
- Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication and capacity to adapt
Desirable
- Demonstrates understanding of research including awareness of ethical issues
Additional information
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).
