Physician Associate (Emergency Medicine)

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Combe Raleigh; Sur place; GBP 42 000 - 54 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

27 days annual leave

NHS Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Staff discounts

Résumé du poste

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a qualified Physicians Associate to cover a 12-month maternity leave in the Emergency Department at North Devon District Hospital. You will work under the supervision of a consultant, taking medical histories, developing treatment and discharge plans, and coordinating referrals across specialties.

The role is 37.5 hours per week with a mix of early and late shifts, starting December 2026.

Qualifications

• Qualified Physicians Associate

Responsabilités

• Take medical histories and document accurately.
• Develop and implement treatment and discharge plans.
• Refer to other hospital specialties as needed.
• Oversee inpatient pathways and care coordination.

Description du poste

More detail about the role We are looking for a qualified Physicians Associate to cover 12 months maternity leave in the Emergency team based at the North Devon District Hospital. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of a doctor within the Emergency Department, taking medical histories, developing treatment plans and discharge plans, referring to other hospital specialities and overseeing inpatient pathways. Working Pattern: 37.5hrs per week. Early and Late shifts Interview Date: 11.11.2026 For further information please contact: Dr Danny McRae - [e-mail] This is a fixed term contract from 14/12/2026 - 13/12/2027. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.

We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications has been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme.