Physician Associate

Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Scarborough seeks a Physician Associate to support both mental and physical health for diverse patients. The role includes a structured induction, ongoing support, and opportunities for professional development in mental health. The ideal candidate is someone with a relevant degree and GMC registration, who can work flexibly within a multidisciplinary team. The position offers a competitive salary and the chance to make a meaningful impact on patient care.

Benefits

Yearly study budget of £500

5 days of study leave per year

Structured inceptorship programme

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex workloads in day-to-day patient management.
• Previous role as a Physician Associate or student in psychiatry/general healthcare.
• Commitment to promoting a positive image of mental health services.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the mental and physical health care of patients under a Consultant Psychiatrist.
• Maintain appropriate documentation using Trust-approved systems.
• Participate in the induction programme for new staff.

Skills

Organise and prioritise workload

Adapt communication style

Empathic approach to clinical practice

Excellent verbal and written communication

Education

BA/BSc degree prior to PA programme

Postgraduate Diploma/Masters in Physician Associate studies

Current GMC registration

Job description

Job summary

We are excited to advertise a Physician Associate post based in Rowan Lea Ward located at Cross Lane Hospital in Scarborough.

We provide a structured and supportive inceptorship programme which includes a 8 week induction with -

• weekly supervision

from an experienced clinical supervisor

three monthly supervision from the

medical education team and ongoing learning opportunities

The programme includes the equivalent of half a day per week protected CPD time with an option to negotiate a further half day per week to undertake medical education or quality improvement activities.

The successful candidate will attract 5 days of study leave per year and a yearly study budget of £500.

The role encompasses both physical and mental health responsibilities and working within a multidisciplinary team with consultant psychiatrist supervision.

The wellbeing of PAs is at the forefront of the programme with monthly peer support meetings and wellbeing support.

Rowan Lea Ward is a 20 bed assessment and treatment unit for older people who are experiencing a wide range of mental health illnesses.

Our Physician Associates work with the multidisciplinary team and play a key role in ensuring that the highest standards of patient care and treatment are provided improving both continuity of care and the overall patient experience.

The post would suit candidates who are keen to develop their expertise in mental health services.

We welcome applications from previous applicants.

Main duties of the job

You will -

Work within a personal scope of practice to contribute to the mental health and physical health care of patients and service users under the supervision of a Consultant Psychiatrist.

Maintain timely and appropriate documentation using Trust approved electronic medical recording systems.

Record clinical notes about patient contacts

Work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team supporting and contributing to timely discharge planning of patients from the wards when appropriate.

Develop and maintain specialist medical knowledge appropriate to the role through relevant Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Continuing Medical Education (CME) recording activity as per the requirements of the GMC.

To actively participate in the required revalidation processes of the GMC.

About us

The Trust provides mental health and learning disability services for the people of County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby. We also provide additional specialist services to other parts of Northern England.

From education and prevention to crisis and specialist care our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients and communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe as well as understood and believed in and cared for.

We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.

We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right in areas that really need it.

We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need to lead their best possible life.

Our values:

• Respect - listening - inclusive - working in partnership
• Compassion - kind - supporting - recognising and celebrating
• Responsibility - honest - learning - ambitious

Job details

Date posted: 19 November 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 12 months

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number: C9346-PA-17M2

Job locations: Cross Lane Hospital, Cross Lane, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO12 6DN

Job responsibilities

At the beginning of your placement you will take part in an induction programme. The induction will introduce you to the Trust if you have not previously worked with us before. As part of the induction you will be introduced to the workplace and informed of the requirements of the post.

In addition induction in the Trust comprises -

• Orientation to psychiatry for PAs new to psychiatry
• IT and electronic record keeping induction
• First response resuscitation training
• Rapid tranquillisation training
• Management of violence and aggression training
• Other mandatory and statutory training

The PA will have one hour per week protected time supervision. Clinical supervision will also be provided as required during clinical work by senior members of medical and non‑medical staff.

Key responsibilities

• Play a key supporting role in the clinical management of patients and service users.
• Have and develop and maintain specialist medical knowledge across a broad range of physical and mental health care conditions and procedures.
• Support the effective and efficient functioning of clinical services in collaboration with multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Work flexibly and co‑operatively with other members of the clinical team.
• Work to a weekly timetable outlining fixed clinical commitments such as team meetings - clinics - supervision and training.
• Ensure sufficient time in roles to undertake duties related to their skill set in the clinical setting as detailed below. They will be expected to respond to clinical demands and play a role in prioritising clinical and other needs against educational requirements.
• Promote at all times a positive image of people with mental health conditions and learning disabilities.
• Promote at all times a positive image of the services of all psychiatric specialties and the wider Trust.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BA / BSc level Degree prior to undertaking Physician Associate programme
• Postgraduate Diploma / Masters Degree in Physician Associate studies from a recognised UK University
• Current and valid registration with the GMC

Desirable

• Evidence of relevant academic achievements . prizes - awards - distinctions - publications - presentations etc.

Skills

Essential

• Able to organise and prioritise own workload to meet deadlines
• Capacity to manage time and information effectively
• Capacity to operate under pressure whilst maintaining high standards of care and professionalism
• Demonstrates clarity in written and spoken communication and capacity to adapt
• Be empathic, proactive and innovative in your approach to clinical practice
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to build a rapport with service users, carers and colleagues
• Demonstrate commitment to promoting a positive image of the MHSOP services and the wider Trust.

Desirable

• Demonstrates understanding of research including awareness of ethical issues

Experience

Essential

• Ability to take responsibility for the care of patients and service users under the supervision of a Consultant Psychiatrist
• Previous experience of having undertaken a Physician Associate or physician associate student role in psychiatry or general healthcare Demonstrates knowledge of evidence informed practice
• Able to evidence sound understanding of the needs of the healthcare sector and needs of patients and service users
• Experience of managing complex workloads in the day to day management of patients and service users
• Experience of working in multidisciplinary teams

Desirable

• Have a minimum of 2 years experience within secondary care.
• Knowledge of UK healthcare systems - practices and values and awareness of current issues in the NHS
• An awareness of current developments and initiatives in mental health care