Job summary
Applications are invited for a qualified or about to qualify Physicians Associate. Working within the Community Services Department (Diabetes and Endocrinology) based in Ysbyty Gwynedd Hospital the post holder will be part of a highly motivated and dynamic Multidisciplinary Team. The post holder will be welcomed by those working in the department, with every encouragement provided to develop and consolidate their Medical knowledge.
Main duties of the job
As a Physicians Associate you will provide care for patients including clinical assessments, diagnosis and treatment under the mentorship of a consultant. The successful candidate will be autonomous, a team player and will be expected to work with the wider practice team to deliver services to meet the needs of the patients. The ability to multi-task and to work under pressure is essential and you must also be adaptable to a varied and high volume workload.
Working knowledge of using Microsoft Office applications, an understanding of GDPR and maintaining strict confidentiality in the healthcare setting are all essential together with excellent organisational and communication skills, flexibility approach to work and good time management.
Education and supervision is available through accredited and in-house training and the successful applicant will be supported by experienced trainers and clinical mentors. The level and type of supervision will be dependent on the post-holders skills and knowledge. A comprehensive induction plan will be tailored for successful candidate.
This post is Fixed Term for 12 month to meet the needs of the service.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in a life science and/or a significant background in healthcare.
- Master's degree in Physician Associate Studies from a recognised UK training programme and evidence of successful completion of the UK National PA exam.
- Registration with the UK Managed Voluntary Registry for Physician Associates / Faculty of PA's
- Membership of the Faculty of Physician Associates at the Royal College of Physicians.
- Undertakes continuing medical examinations to maintain on-going certification with the PA managed voluntary register or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Experience required to fulfil the post.
- Experience of working within a medicine environment
Aptitude and Abilites
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills with patients and other healthcare professionals
- Ability to communicate complex information both verbally and in writing
- Ability to work using own initiative to manage own workload.
- Ability to demonstrate skills and knowledge in areas of risk assessment
- Commitment to lifelong learning and personal development
Desirable
Changing service needs
Essential
- IT skills - e-mail, basic word processing, ability to search inter and intranet
- Ability to work using own initiative to manage own workload.
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Indemnity Insurance required for GP practice.
Values
Essential
- Additional demonstrable qualities that may be beneficial to the role, e.g. care, compassion, competence, communication, courage and commitment
- Demonstrate a commitment to working consistently in line with our Organisational Values, and enabling others within the workforce to do so to as evidenced in day to day work and through discussion at PADR
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in a life science and/or a significant background in healthcare.
- Master's degree in Physician Associate Studies from a recognised UK training programme and evidence of successful completion of the UK National PA exam.
- Registration with the UK Managed Voluntary Registry for Physician Associates / Faculty of PA's
- Membership of the Faculty of Physician Associates at the Royal College of Physicians.
- Undertakes continuing medical examinations to maintain on-going certification with the PA managed voluntary register or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Experience required to fulfil the post.
- Experience of working within a medicine environment
Aptitude and Abilites
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills with patients and other healthcare professionals
- Ability to communicate complex information both verbally and in writing
- Ability to work using own initiative to manage own workload.
- Ability to demonstrate skills and knowledge in areas of risk assessment
- Commitment to lifelong learning and personal development
Desirable
Changing service needs
Essential
- IT skills - e-mail, basic word processing, ability to search inter and intranet
- Ability to work using own initiative to manage own workload.
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Indemnity Insurance required for GP practice.
Values
Essential
- Additional demonstrable qualities that may be beneficial to the role, e.g. care, compassion, competence, communication, courage and commitment
- Demonstrate a commitment to working consistently in line with our Organisational Values, and enabling others within the workforce to do so to as evidenced in day to day work and through discussion at PADR
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).
