Job summary
Applications are invited for a Physician Associate post within the Haematology department in University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust. This is a new post designed to support the UHL Anticoagulation Service and UHL Haemostasis and Thrombosis Unit.
The UHL Anticoagulation service is a nurse led service in direct collaboration with the Haemostasis and Thrombosis Unit. Both services aim is to ensure safe management of patients on anticoagulation and safe discharge of these patients. Additionally, they provide a considerable outpatient service for follow up and management of complex patients.
UHL's purpose is to deliver "Caring at its best" for all the people who visit Leicester's hospitals, either as patients, the public or as staff. As one of the largest and busiest teaching hospitals, our vision is to move from where we are now to where we want to be. Locally, this is known as the journey from 'Good to Great'. In becoming part of our team you too can show your commitment to the delivery of high quality services to patients with our Trust values.
If you wish to discuss this post please contact Dr Styliani Salta, Haemophilia Centre Director and Consultant Haematologist 0116 258 6500.
Main duties of the job
The post holder must be a graduate of a recognised Physician Associate training programme certified by the Faculty of Physician Associates. He/she will work under the direction of relevant consultants and specialty trainees, working collaboratively with other members of the clinical team within the Trust's policies and clinical guidelines. The job will involve inpatient as well as outpatient work within relevant wards and clinical areas.
The post holder will contribute to patient care where relevant and exercise a high level of professional judgement. This will include taking medical histories, undertaking physical examinations, diagnosing and explaining conditions during consultations.
The post holder will exercise an appropriate degree of personal autonomy when assessing, managing and planning care for a caseload of patients.
The post holder will develop extensive specialist knowledge and experience in the relevant specialty, acting as a resource to the clinical team and allied health professionals.
The post holder will contribute to the teaching and training of other Physician Associates, other clinical professionals and students.
The post holder will contribute to achieving and maintaining targets and standards associated with the relevant clinical specialty.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical duties and responsibilities
- Taking medical histories, undertaking physical examinations, diagnosing and explaining conditions during consultations.
- Assessing and examining patients, taking histories, ordering appropriate investigations, interpreting investigation findings, forming a list of differential diagnoses and formulating management/treatment plans accordingly
- Delivering care in a range of settings including wards, outpatient clinics, urgent care facilities.
- Attending and preparing for MDT meetings
- Contributing to the development of efficient pathways of care
- Taking responsibility for a dedicated patient caseload, where required
- Maintaining timely and appropriate documentation
- Developing and maintaining specialist medical knowledge appropriate to the role through relevant Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- Contributing to achieving and maintaining outstanding performance in the team
- To be accountable for the care given and to comply with the Fitness to Practice and Code of Conduct standard as established by the PA Managed Voluntary Registration Commission (PAMVRC) and subsequently the appropriate statutory regulating body, when this is in place
- Supporting and contributing to timely discharge planning where appropriate.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical duties and responsibilities
- Taking medical histories, undertaking physical examinations, diagnosing and explaining conditions during consultations.
- Assessing and examining patients, taking histories, ordering appropriate investigations, interpreting investigation findings, forming a list of differential diagnoses and formulating management/treatment plans accordingly
- Delivering care in a range of settings including wards, outpatient clinics, urgent care facilities.
- Attending and preparing for MDT meetings
- Contributing to the development of efficient pathways of care
- Taking responsibility for a dedicated patient caseload, where required
- Maintaining timely and appropriate documentation
- Developing and maintaining specialist medical knowledge appropriate to the role through relevant Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- Contributing to achieving and maintaining outstanding performance in the team
- To be accountable for the care given and to comply with the Fitness to Practice and Code of Conduct standard as established by the PA Managed Voluntary Registration Commission (PAMVRC) and subsequently the appropriate statutory regulating body, when this is in place
- Supporting and contributing to timely discharge planning where appropriate.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Registration with UK Physician Associate Managed Voluntary Registry (PAMVR)
Desirable
- Science-based first degree
Experience
Essential
- Ward and clinic based experience through placements during PA education
Desirable
- Experience as a ward or clinic-based Physician Associate
- Experience in the educational development of Physician Associate students
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, nurses, other staff and agencies
- Clear verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
Desirable
- An understanding of the current NHS environment, particularly in relation to reforms, initiatives and issues
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures
- Ability to exercise an appropriate degree of personal autonomy when assessing, managing and planning care patients; whilst knowing their limits
Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of medical procedures and terminology
- Willingness to develop extensive specialist knowledge and experience in the relevant specialty
Desirable
- Experience of conducting clinical audit
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- Ability to work under pressure
Other requirements specific to the role
Desirable
- Experience in haemostasis and thrombosis
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Registration with UK Physician Associate Managed Voluntary Registry (PAMVR)
Desirable
- Science-based first degree
Experience
Essential
- Ward and clinic based experience through placements during PA education
Desirable
- Experience as a ward or clinic-based Physician Associate
- Experience in the educational development of Physician Associate students
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, nurses, other staff and agencies
- Clear verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
Desirable
- An understanding of the current NHS environment, particularly in relation to reforms, initiatives and issues
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures
- Ability to exercise an appropriate degree of personal autonomy when assessing, managing and planning care patients; whilst knowing their limits
Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of medical procedures and terminology
- Willingness to develop extensive specialist knowledge and experience in the relevant specialty
Desirable
- Experience of conducting clinical audit
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively
- Ability to work under pressure
Other requirements specific to the role
Desirable
- Experience in haemostasis and thrombosis
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).
