Job summary
PLEASE NOTE THIS SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL BE EMPLOYED BY DR VICKERS & PARTNERS AT WELLBROOK MEDICAL CENTRE
We are looking for a second Physician Associate to join our busy and friendly 'outstanding' GP practice, situated in Hilton village, south of Derby. The post will involve supporting the management of general medical conditions and working closely with our doctors. The working pattern is Monday - Friday with Saturday morning shifts on an approximate rota of 1 in 10.
You will be qualified at Postgraduate Diploma or Masters' level as a Physician Associate. You will be a Member of Faculty of Physician Associate Managed Voluntary Register (PAMVR) with a valid national certificate.
Main duties of the job
Salary dependent on skills and experience , between £40,000 - £45,000
Main duties of the job:
- Participate in treatment and preventative healthcare services in the Practice as delegated and agreed by the Partners
- Provide direct clinical care to patients using established clinical guidelines.
- Interview patients, take medical histories, perform physical examinations, analyse, diagnose and explain medical problems during surgery consultations and home visits.
- Recommend and explain appropriate diagnostic tests and treatment. Request and interpret results of laboratory investigations when necessary.
- Develop management plans
- Provide health promotion and disease prevention advice for patients
- Fully document all aspects of patient care and complete all required paperwork for legal and administrative purposes.
About us
Wellbrook Medical Centre is a friendly and progressive practice that strives to give the best possible clinical care for our patients while aiming to maintain a healthy work and home life balance. We are particularly keen to encourage patient education and self-management of minor illness and chronic diseases.
Teamwork is excellent, relationships within the practice are good and turnover of our staff is low. People that join us stay with us. We look for new recruits who enjoy a busy, challenging but supportive work environment, where we are keen to encourage personal development and achievement of potential within your role.
We are located in purpose built premises in Hilton village, approximately 15 minutes south of Derby, with ample free car parking for staff and patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- Physicians Associate Postgraduate Diploma/Masters
- Member of Faculty of Physician Associate Voluntary Register (PAMVR) with valid national certificate
- Previous experience in a primary or secondary healthcare setting
Desirable
- Previous experience in a primary or secondary healthcare setting
- Experience with SystmOne
Knowldege and Skills
Essential
- Ability to work in a team or on own initiative
- Caring attitude towards patients and the ability to show empathy and tact
- Accurate and detail-orientated
- Interpersonal and verbal communication skills
- Written Communication skills
- Ability to adapt to different situations , to work under pressure and manage workload
- Good problem solving and decision- making skills
- Self-motivated , resilience and patience
- Excellent IT skills
- Able to observe Code of Confidentiality
- Able to liaise effectively with hospitals and outside agencies
Desirable
- Evidence of continual learning and development
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- Physicians Associate Postgraduate Diploma/Masters
- Member of Faculty of Physician Associate Voluntary Register (PAMVR) with valid national certificate
- Previous experience in a primary or secondary healthcare setting
Desirable
- Previous experience in a primary or secondary healthcare setting
- Experience with SystmOne
Knowldege and Skills
Essential
- Ability to work in a team or on own initiative
- Caring attitude towards patients and the ability to show empathy and tact
- Accurate and detail-orientated
- Interpersonal and verbal communication skills
- Written Communication skills
- Ability to adapt to different situations , to work under pressure and manage workload
- Good problem solving and decision- making skills
- Self-motivated , resilience and patience
- Excellent IT skills
- Able to observe Code of Confidentiality
- Able to liaise effectively with hospitals and outside agencies
Desirable
- Evidence of continual learning and development
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
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).
