About this role
Job summary
We are seeking to appoint a Physician Assistant to work alongside our Consultants, the Resident Doctor Team and Clinical Nurse Specialists, Nurses and Allied Health Professionals. This is a full time post (37.5 hours) . It is envisaged that the role will be developed flexibly over time in accordance with the appointee's clinical interests and in line with the needs of the service. The work of the unit involves dealing with a wide range of Paediatric Plastic Surgery, including conditions within the subspecialities of Craniofacial Surgery, Cleft Lip and Palate, Congenital Hand Surgery and Ear reconstruction as well as general Plastic Reconstructive surgery. The post is well supported and will involve working with the medical teams in terms of ward care including acute assessment, care of ward in-patients and also with the opportunity to lead consultations in a specialist craniofacial plastic surgery clinic and possible activity in the operating theatres. There will be opportunities to develop extended skills such as cannulation and venesection in children and infants, assessment and management of craniofacial conditions and wounds as well as contributing to audit and research projects within the service.
Main duties of the job
To provide expert assistance to the Consultant , middle grade and junior Doctors in the provision of a high quality, patient centred service. To participate in all aspects of the patient pathway as appropriate and will be expected to perform delegated duties with a high degree of clinical skills and knowledge Full Clerking of patients to include assessing and examining acute medical/speciality patients, ordering appropriate investigations, interpreting investigation findings Coordinating patients on ambulatory pathways related to their support Utilise and demonstrate sensitive communication styles, to ensure children , young people and their families are fully informed and consent to treatment Communicate with and support children, young people and families who are receiving bad news Anticipate barriers to communication and take action to improve communication Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of patients consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procuderes Prioritise, organise and manager own workload in a manner that maintains and promotes quality Act as a "champion" for the Physician Assistant role Assist in the development and preparation of the Physician assistant teaching materials in areas of clinical examination skills, communication skills and clinical medicine
About us
We are committed to recruiting the best person for the job through a fair, open and consistent process that is free from bias and discrimination.
We are working towards becoming an anti-racist organisation. This means creating a workplace where every colleague feels seen, heard and valued, and where racism in any form has no place. Our anti-racism commitment is backed by action through our Anti-Racism Statement and action plan, developed in collaboration with our REACH staff network.
We actively challenge discrimination, dismantle barriers and embed equity across all aspects of our workforce, including recruitment, progression and development. All applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, health condition or employment history.
We particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, people with disabilities or long-term health conditions, and LGBTQ+ community members. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, a member of the Business Disability Forum, and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
Our staff networks, including REACH, PRIDE, ENABLED and Women's Networks, are active and executive supported. These employee-led networks play a vital role in shaping an inclusive culture at GOSH and are open to all colleagues.
Together, we are building a culture where inclusion is not optional - it is essential.
Job description Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values Essential
Our Always values 1)Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives. 2)Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace. 3)Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training Essential
Primary Science Degree PG Dip/Msc in Physician Associate studies from a recognised UK training programme Primary Science Degree PG Dip/Msc in Physician Associate studies from a recognised UK training programme Registration with the GMC
Desirable
BLA/ILS/ALS/APLS certification
Experience/Knowledge Essential
Knowledge of medical procedures and terminology
Desirable
Experience of conducting clinical audit Research experience Experience of Service Development
Skills/Abilities Essential
Ability to apply research to clinical outcomes Ability to take responsibility for clinical care of patients under the supervision of consultants Demonstrates clinical leadership Ability to drive change Excellent interpersonal skills and caring attitude towards patients
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Great Ormond Street Childrens Hospital
London
WC1N 1JE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)