Physician Associate

NHS; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Physician Associate for a role at Cross Lane Hospital in Scarborough. The position includes responsibilities in both mental and physical healthcare, with support and supervision from experienced consultants. Candidates will benefit from structured inceptorship and ongoing professional development opportunities. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to enhance their expertise in mental health services.

Benefits

5 days of study leave per year

Yearly study budget of £500

Weekly supervision from clinical supervisors

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience within secondary care.
• Ability to take responsibility under supervision of a Consultant Psychiatrist.
• Experience managing complex workloads in care.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to mental and physical health care for patients under supervision.
• Maintain timely and appropriate documentation.
• Develop and maintain specialist medical knowledge.

Skills

Organisational skills

Effective time management

Clear communication

Empathetic clinical practice

Commitment to services

Education

BA/BSc degree

Postgraduate Diploma/Masters in Physician Associate studies

Current GMC registration

Job description

Overview

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

The programme provides a structured and supportive inceptorship with an 8 week induction, including:")

• 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 involves working within a multidisciplinary team with consultant psychiatrist supervision. There is monthly peer support and wellbeing support for PAs.

Rowan Lea Ward is a 20 bed assessment and treatment unit for older people experiencing a wide range of mental health illnesses. Our Physician Associates work with the multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of patient care and treatment, improving continuity of care and the overall patient experience. The post would suit candidates keen to develop expertise in mental health services.

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 multidisciplinary 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 GMC requirements
• Actively participate in the required GMC revalidation processes

Induction and training details

• Induction includes orientation to psychiatry for PAs new to psychiatry, IT and electronic record keeping induction, and mandatory training (First Response Resuscitation, Rapid tranquillisation, management of violence and aggression, and other statutory training)
• The PA will have one hour per week protected time for supervision; clinical supervision will be provided as required by senior staff

Person Specification

Qualifications

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

Skills

• Ability to organise and prioritise workload to meet deadlines
• Effective time and information management; ability to work under pressure with high care standards
• Clear written and spoken communication; empathetic, proactive, and innovative clinical practice
• Strong verbal and written communication with service users, carers and colleagues
• Commitment to promoting a positive image of MHSOP services and the wider Trust

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience within secondary care
• Ability to take responsibility under supervision of a Consultant Psychiatrist
• Experience as a Physician Associate or PA student in psychiatry or general healthcare; knowledge of evidence-informed practice
• Experience managing complex workloads in day-to-day care; experience working in multidisciplinary teams

Desirable

• Knowledge of UK healthcare systems, NHS current issues, and awareness of mental health care developments
• Evidence of relevant academic achievements and research understanding

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and requires a DBS submission. UK skilled worker sponsorship applications are welcome and will be considered. Guidance on criminal records checks for overseas applicants is available.

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Cross Lane Hospital, Cross Lane, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, YO12 6DN