Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Physician Associate - Surgery

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Job summary

Mid and South Essex FT are seeking to appoint a Physician Associate within the Surgery Division, with exciting opportunities arising at Broomfield Hospital.

Joining this expanding team will provide invaluable experience within the Surgery Division.

You will be joining a friendly and supportive team of clinical, nursing and admin staff working closely alongside a highly skilled team of allied health care professionals.

You will provide care for the presenting patient from initial history taking and clinical assessment through to the diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. You will demonstrate critical thinking in the clinical decision-making process, including assessment and diagnostic skills, leading to the delivery of safe care for all patients, and will work collaboratively with the healthcare team to meet the needs of the patients.

Main duties of the job

The department of General Surgery are pleased to offer an exciting new post for Physician Associates, within an established Physician Associate team. As a key member of the clinical team, the Physician Associate will be part of a friendly multidisciplinary team with a passion for patient care and service development.

You will be expected to work collaboratively with all members of the surgical and other medical teams within the policies and procedures of Mid Essex Hospital NHS Trust. You will join the multi-disciplinary staff, under Consultant Supervision in providing comprehensive care for patients in General Surgery.

Your duties will be arranged with the Consultant to whom you are responsible, who has final medical responsibility for all patients under his/her care. Any clinical problems beyond your experience or problems causing anxiety should be referred to the Consultant or a more senior member of your team.

About us

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.

We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.

We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.

Details

Date posted

25 November 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,148 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

390-SUR-BR-5049

Job locations

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


Job description

Job responsibilities

We look forward to your application. Please refer to attached Job Description for full list of responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

We look forward to your application. Please refer to attached Job Description for full list of responsibilities.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Clinical training /experience in medical speciality

Desirable

  • Experience working clinically in Surgery

Qualification

Essential

  • Current and valid certification or re-certification by the UK Physician Associate National Examination
  • Ability to take responsibility for clinical care of patients under the supervision of Consultants
  • PG Diploma in Physician Associate Studies from a UK training programme (or equivalent)
  • BA/BSc level degree prior to undertaking PA program
  • Member of the Faculty of Physician Associates at the RCP, which includes registration on the PA Managed Voluntary Register

Desirable

  • Basic life support certification
  • ILS/ ALS certification
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Clinical training /experience in medical speciality

Desirable

  • Experience working clinically in Surgery

Qualification

Essential

  • Current and valid certification or re-certification by the UK Physician Associate National Examination
  • Ability to take responsibility for clinical care of patients under the supervision of Consultants
  • PG Diploma in Physician Associate Studies from a UK training programme (or equivalent)
  • BA/BSc level degree prior to undertaking PA program
  • Member of the Faculty of Physician Associates at the RCP, which includes registration on the PA Managed Voluntary Register

Desirable

  • Basic life support certification
  • ILS/ ALS certification

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

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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

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Surgeon Surgery Clinical Lead

Toby Hammond

toby.hammond@nhs.net

01245514094

Details

Date posted

25 November 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,148 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

390-SUR-BR-5049

Job locations

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET


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