Job summary
This is a great opportunity for an experienced physician associate to work to develop the PA role within the Trust workforce. The post is a 12 month fixed term role funded by Wessex Cancer Alliance.
This post, within the Colorectal Team has been created to support ongoing development of cancer care within the service working with the multi-disciplinary clinical team to impact patient care across the colorectal pathway.
The post holder will develop to become a key member of the Colorectal MDT with the expectation they will support the 2 week wait pathway, in-patient care, administrative processes, out-patient clinics and patient care and procedures working within the framework of the scope of professional practice
The post holder can expect a weekly review with a mentor and clinical supervision from a nominated Consultant together with a quarterly review involving colleagues from Wessex Cancer Alliance in order to identify and support departmental and personal objectives.
Main duties of the job
With appropriate training and supervision, the PA will support the Colorectal service by working in the following areas:
- Working as part of a multidisciplinary team on the inpatient ward offering enhanced recovery support to the patients and ward staff following elective surgery for colorectal cancer.
- Triage of the 2 week wait referrals for colorectal cancer, following local/national guidance and referring for tests.
- In an outpatient setting clinically assess and examine patients referred with suspected colorectal cancer following referral along the NG12 NICE criteria, order appropriate investigations, interpret investigation findings, recommend, and discuss ongoing investigations with the patient as necessary.
- With training and support, perform outpatient rigid sigmoidoscopy/proctoscopy.
- Working collaboratively with the Colorectal Specialist nursing team to help to run the remote monitoring for the follow up of colorectal cancer patients the multi-disciplinary team to ensure effective team working in the provision of patient care.
About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff
Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us atRecruitment@dchft.nhs.ukif you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us atRecruitment@dchft.nhs.ukif you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Member of the faculty of Physician Associate Managed Voluntary Register (PAMVR)
- Valid national certification and recertification every six years as stipulated by PAMVR
- BA/BS Degree prior to undertaking PA program
- PG Diploma in Physcian Assistant/Associate Studies
- Basic or Advanced Life Support training
Experience
Essential
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload
- Ability to exercise sound judgments when faced with conflicting pressures
- Ability to work within a MDT
- Ability to implement and interpret clinical policies and procedures
- Experience of clinical governance
- Awareness of current developments and initiatives in NHS services
Kowledge and Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to respond to questions in a tactful and professional manner
- Energy and enthusiasm for the role and ability to work flexibly
- An inquiring and critical approach to work
- Caring attitude towards patients
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, nurses, other staff and agencies
- Commitment to clinical development
- Knowledge of medical procedures and terminology
- Knowledge of cancer pathways
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Member of the faculty of Physician Associate Managed Voluntary Register (PAMVR)
- Valid national certification and recertification every six years as stipulated by PAMVR
- BA/BS Degree prior to undertaking PA program
- PG Diploma in Physcian Assistant/Associate Studies
- Basic or Advanced Life Support training
Experience
Essential
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload
- Ability to exercise sound judgments when faced with conflicting pressures
- Ability to work within a MDT
- Ability to implement and interpret clinical policies and procedures
- Experience of clinical governance
- Awareness of current developments and initiatives in NHS services
Kowledge and Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to respond to questions in a tactful and professional manner
- Energy and enthusiasm for the role and ability to work flexibly
- An inquiring and critical approach to work
- Caring attitude towards patients
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, nurses, other staff and agencies
- Commitment to clinical development
- Knowledge of medical procedures and terminology
- Knowledge of cancer pathways
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).
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).
