Physician Assistant (Primary Care)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Bath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal healthcare organization in the United Kingdom is looking for a Physician Assistant to manage and evaluate patient care. This position involves providing comprehensive wellness care and collaborating with physicians for acute and chronic care of adult veterans. Ideal candidates will be responsible for a range of patient care functions and must meet eligibility requirements for the position. The job includes a comprehensive total rewards package.

Benefits

Education Debt Reduction Program

Comprehensive total rewards package

Responsibilities

• Management and evaluation of patient care under supervision.
• Provides comprehensive care to adult veterans.
• Collaborates with a physician in practice.

Job description

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.

The Physician Assistant is a professional with advanced clinical knowledge and competence to function in a variety of roles. She/he is accountable for the management and evaluation of patient care under her/his care. She/he holds clinical privileges and practices in collaboration with a physician. The Physician Assistant provides comprehensive wellness care, as well as acute, episodic, and chronic care, of adult veterans.

Major duties and responsibilities of the position:

Requirements