Physician Associate - Acute Care & MDT Support

East Lancashire Hospitals Nhs Trust; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

East Lancashire Hospitals Nhs Trust in the United Kingdom is seeking a Physician Associate at Band 7 level, dependent on experience and qualification. You will provide expert assistance to multidisciplinary teams, under the supervision of a Consultant, and mentor junior staff within the clinical setting.

The role involves ward rounds, medical triage, clinics, and ensuring documentation aligns with Trust policies. DBS clearance is required and professional registration is essential.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate Diploma in PA required and UK accreditation.
• Current BLS certification and ALS/ILS as applicable.
• Experience as Physician Associate in hospital or community settings.

Responsibilities

• Assess and examine patients; initiate and interpret investigations; plan management.
• Participate in ward rounds, medical triage, and clinics under Consultant supervision.
• Support multidisciplinary teams and maintain clinical governance and documentation.

Skills

Postgraduate Diploma in PA

Life Support

Clinical experience as PA

Preceptorship

ALS/ILS

Education

Postgraduate Diploma in Physician Associate Studies (UK Accredited)

Experience as PA in hospital or community

National Certifying Examinations for Physician Associates

Registered with Faculty of Physician Associate Managed Voluntary Body

1 year post graduate preceptorship

Advanced Life support (ILS/ALS) certification

Job description

East Lancashire Hospitals Nhs Trust in the United Kingdom is seeking a Physician Associate at Band 7 level, dependent on experience and qualification. You will provide expert assistance to multidisciplinary teams, under the supervision of a Consultant, and mentor junior staff within the clinical setting.

The role involves ward rounds, medical triage, clinics, and ensuring documentation aligns with Trust policies. DBS clearance is required and professional registration is essential.