Job summary
The adult ADHD Service is seeking physician assistants with specialist experience working with adults with neurodevelopmental conditions.
Why should you consider joining us?
- Be part of one of the UK's largest services for adults with ADHD and Autism.
- Thrive in an innovative Specialist Mental Health Team that values progress and inclusivity.
- Benefit from annual appraisals and regular supervision to support your professional growth.
- Enjoy additional mentorship from our Services Consultant Psychiatrist.
- Take advantage of study leave and multiple avenues for career development.
While our primary base is in Wakefield, you'll also have the flexibility to work across various localities in designated clinics. We pride ourselves on being a cohesive and supportive team and are keen to welcome an effective team player like you, with relevant experience in Mental Health Services.
Join us to make a meaningful impact in a specialised field. Apply today and become part of our pioneering team.
At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.
Main duties of the job
This post is to join our adult ADHD pathway and you will be working alongside a consultant psychiatrist led multidisciplinary team which includes physician assistants, specialty doctors, consultant clinical psychologist, nurses, occupational therapists, speech and language therapist and assistant clinical psychology practitioners.
Ideal candidates will be able to demonstrate excellent clinical skills excellent communication, IT skills and ability to work flexibly. In return, we will provide.
- Named Consultant supervisor
- Opportunity to work in mental health
- Annual appraisal
- Study leave
The position is 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday.
For further information/informal queries please contact: Rebecca Crisp, Operations Manager 01924 316492
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
About us
We
are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health
and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale,
Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are
the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is
to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this
by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ
staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a
difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage
and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value
diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being
a foundation Trust means were accountable to our
members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people
(including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join
us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving
the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and
help each year.
We
are committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and
vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this
commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The PA will provide expert assistance to the Adult ADHD pathway in the provision of a high quality service to patients. The post holder will work under the direction of a supervising Consultant and Senior Advanced Specialist Practitioner and with other members of the clinical team within the organisations policies and clinical guidelines. The job will involve outpatient and community work. Successful appointees will perform delegated duties with a high degree of clinical skill and knowledge.
It is not mandatory that the Physician Assistant has prior experience of a relevant speciality. The post-holdes will undergo training, supervision relevant to the required clinical tasks. The candidate will be trained in a broad range of skills as part of our diagnostic pathway for Adult ADHD and will be expected to liaise with other professionals and specialities as required and complete necessary documentation relating to their patients.
PAs will be clinically supervised by a designated Consultant and line managed by the Medical Clinical Lead. The Service will aim to offer dedicated formal and informal clinical supervision each week together with half a day for professional development.
It is expected that the Physician Assistant may become involved in all activities of the Service including clinical governance, quality improvement projects, research and teaching as requested.
The post holder will be involved with initial assessment for adult ADHD including taking medical histories; administering structured diagnostic instruments; assessing and examining patients; initiating and interpreting investigations as appropriate; developing management plans in consultation with the patients.
The range of duties will be developed over the course of a planned 12 months in conjunction with the post holders capability and development.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Patient Care
- Perform, duties with regards to the adult ADHD diagnostic pathway delegated and agreed by the supervising clinician(s).
- With clinical supervision as considered appropriate:
o Undertake patient consultations, assessments and examinations
o Recommend and explain appropriate diagnostic tests and treatment
o Request and interpret results of laboratory investigations when necessary
o Consult and refer as appropriate to other health professional/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
o Determine a list of differential diagnoses
o Recommend a management / treatment plan
o Perform diagnostic / therapeutic procedures, subject to training / experience and competency assessment.
- Act with empathy and consideration, involving the patient in decisions about their care.
- Ensure provision of good clinical care at all times using established clinical guidelines.
- Liaise with members of the multi-disciplinary team and allied services such as Community Nursing, dietician, community mental health team.
- Maintain accurate and appropriate documentation for legal and administrative purposes.
Management and Leadership
- Develop own leadership skills within the clinical environment and team.
- Contribute in the development of the service and act as a change agent and facilitate the change process whilst encouraging others to be innovative and adaptable in the approach to change.
- Networking and maintaining relationships with other PAs
- Promote a positive image of PAs both externally and internally
- Support and influence the development of new models of care
- Implement evidence based policies and procedures specifically required by the Team.
- Develop and maintain effective communication with the multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of care.
- Work collaboratively with representatives of other clinical areas, disciplines and services to provide a seamless pathway of care.
- Be conversant with all policies and procedures and ensure they are correctly implemented.
- Raise concerns with regards to risk, danger, malpractice or wrong doing by following the Whistle Blowing policy and supporting practices
Training, Education and Development
Ensure continuing education, training and development is undertaken to meet clinical governance guidelines for Continuing Professional Development and a Personal Development Plan.
Keep up to date with relevant medical research and evidence-based medical practice by attending continuing education courses and professional meetings, reading journals etc.
Undertake 50 hours of continuing medical education (CPD) every year. A minimum of 25 hours must be in accredited direct learning programmes.
Take the UK PA National Re-certification Examination every six years, as required for Physician Assistants.
- Undertake the acquisition and development of new skills, knowledge and experience based on curriculum framework.
- Help identify, plan and assist in the implementation of goals for clinical development Physician Assistants.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The PA will provide expert assistance to the Adult ADHD pathway in the provision of a high quality service to patients. The post holder will work under the direction of a supervising Consultant and Senior Advanced Specialist Practitioner and with other members of the clinical team within the organisations policies and clinical guidelines. The job will involve outpatient and community work. Successful appointees will perform delegated duties with a high degree of clinical skill and knowledge.
It is not mandatory that the Physician Assistant has prior experience of a relevant speciality. The post-holdes will undergo training, supervision relevant to the required clinical tasks. The candidate will be trained in a broad range of skills as part of our diagnostic pathway for Adult ADHD and will be expected to liaise with other professionals and specialities as required and complete necessary documentation relating to their patients.
PAs will be clinically supervised by a designated Consultant and line managed by the Medical Clinical Lead. The Service will aim to offer dedicated formal and informal clinical supervision each week together with half a day for professional development.
It is expected that the Physician Assistant may become involved in all activities of the Service including clinical governance, quality improvement projects, research and teaching as requested.
The post holder will be involved with initial assessment for adult ADHD including taking medical histories; administering structured diagnostic instruments; assessing and examining patients; initiating and interpreting investigations as appropriate; developing management plans in consultation with the patients.
The range of duties will be developed over the course of a planned 12 months in conjunction with the post holders capability and development.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Patient Care
- Perform, duties with regards to the adult ADHD diagnostic pathway delegated and agreed by the supervising clinician(s).
- With clinical supervision as considered appropriate:
o Undertake patient consultations, assessments and examinations
o Recommend and explain appropriate diagnostic tests and treatment
o Request and interpret results of laboratory investigations when necessary
o Consult and refer as appropriate to other health professional/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
o Determine a list of differential diagnoses
o Recommend a management / treatment plan
o Perform diagnostic / therapeutic procedures, subject to training / experience and competency assessment.
- Act with empathy and consideration, involving the patient in decisions about their care.
- Ensure provision of good clinical care at all times using established clinical guidelines.
- Liaise with members of the multi-disciplinary team and allied services such as Community Nursing, dietician, community mental health team.
- Maintain accurate and appropriate documentation for legal and administrative purposes.
Management and Leadership
- Develop own leadership skills within the clinical environment and team.
- Contribute in the development of the service and act as a change agent and facilitate the change process whilst encouraging others to be innovative and adaptable in the approach to change.
- Networking and maintaining relationships with other PAs
- Promote a positive image of PAs both externally and internally
- Support and influence the development of new models of care
- Implement evidence based policies and procedures specifically required by the Team.
- Develop and maintain effective communication with the multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of care.
- Work collaboratively with representatives of other clinical areas, disciplines and services to provide a seamless pathway of care.
- Be conversant with all policies and procedures and ensure they are correctly implemented.
- Raise concerns with regards to risk, danger, malpractice or wrong doing by following the Whistle Blowing policy and supporting practices
Training, Education and Development
Ensure continuing education, training and development is undertaken to meet clinical governance guidelines for Continuing Professional Development and a Personal Development Plan.
Keep up to date with relevant medical research and evidence-based medical practice by attending continuing education courses and professional meetings, reading journals etc.
Undertake 50 hours of continuing medical education (CPD) every year. A minimum of 25 hours must be in accredited direct learning programmes.
Take the UK PA National Re-certification Examination every six years, as required for Physician Assistants.
- Undertake the acquisition and development of new skills, knowledge and experience based on curriculum framework.
- Help identify, plan and assist in the implementation of goals for clinical development Physician Assistants.
Person Specification
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Commitment to CME and professional development.
- Enthusiasm and commitment to continuous service development.
- Willingness to undergo additional training, education and mentoring to develop and maintain clinical skills.
- Flexibility to work evenings, nights, weekends and bank holidays.
- Ability to undertake training during office hours.
- Ability to work under pressure whilst delivery high quality care.
Qualifications
Essential
- MSc/PG Dip Physicians Associate / Assistant Studies from an accredited UK training programme;
- Bachelor Degree prior to taking Physicians Associate / Assistant Programme.
- Passed the UK RCP National Certification Examination for Physician Associate / Assistant (PANCE)
- Registered on the UK Physician Associate / Assistant Managed Voluntary Register (PAMVR) to be able to work.
- Membership of the Faculty of Physician Associate / Assistants.
Desirable
- Teaching and assessing qualification.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Experience
Essential
- Ability of working to protocols or guidelines.
- An understanding of the NHS/Health and Social Care sector.
- Demonstrable evidence of a high standard of clinical practice.
Desirable
- Experience of mentorship and supervision to other staff.
- Experience of conducting clinical audit and quality improvement projects.
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to work cohesively within the multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload (time management).
- IT Skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively and use initiative.
- Ability to adhere to regulations as well as working flexibly to meet the needs of the services and patients.
- Ability to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Understanding of Information Governance.
- Understanding of equality and diversity issues and how this affects patients, visitors and staff.
Desirable
- Management and leadership skills.
- Project management skills.
- Excellent clinical skills.
- Able to undertake consultation by telephone.
Person Specification
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Commitment to CME and professional development.
- Enthusiasm and commitment to continuous service development.
- Willingness to undergo additional training, education and mentoring to develop and maintain clinical skills.
- Flexibility to work evenings, nights, weekends and bank holidays.
- Ability to undertake training during office hours.
- Ability to work under pressure whilst delivery high quality care.
Qualifications
Essential
- MSc/PG Dip Physicians Associate / Assistant Studies from an accredited UK training programme;
- Bachelor Degree prior to taking Physicians Associate / Assistant Programme.
- Passed the UK RCP National Certification Examination for Physician Associate / Assistant (PANCE)
- Registered on the UK Physician Associate / Assistant Managed Voluntary Register (PAMVR) to be able to work.
- Membership of the Faculty of Physician Associate / Assistants.
Desirable
- Teaching and assessing qualification.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Experience
Essential
- Ability of working to protocols or guidelines.
- An understanding of the NHS/Health and Social Care sector.
- Demonstrable evidence of a high standard of clinical practice.
Desirable
- Experience of mentorship and supervision to other staff.
- Experience of conducting clinical audit and quality improvement projects.
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to work cohesively within the multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload (time management).
- IT Skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively and use initiative.
- Ability to adhere to regulations as well as working flexibly to meet the needs of the services and patients.
- Ability to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Understanding of Information Governance.
- Understanding of equality and diversity issues and how this affects patients, visitors and staff.
Desirable
- Management and leadership skills.
- Project management skills.
- Excellent clinical skills.
- Able to undertake consultation by telephone.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
