About this role
Job summary
MFT has become the largest employer of PA's in the UK with over 40 employed PA's . We are now seeking 2 additional Physician Associates to join our Vascular team. Patient care and safety are at the core of every role. We support and value our staff and have a dedicated senior clinical lead and non-clinical lead for PA's and support team. We have monthly half day Physician Associate teaching to support CPD and provide study leave support. We have regular feedback forums and work closely with our junior doctors and nursing colleagues. We run a "preceptorship" band 6 year to support newly qualified PA's in the transition. Subject to satisfactorily completing agreed competencies, in line with the Faculty of Physician Associates recommendations, PA's on a permanent contract can then advance to band 7 PA roles after the first year of employment.
Main duties of the job
Patient Care
With appropriate clinical supervision, the post holder will:
- undertake patient consultations, assessments & clinical examinations;
- order appropriate investigations;
- interpret investigation findings;
- determine a list of differential diagnoses;
- recommend a management/treatment plan;
- take responsibility for an appropriate dedicated patient caseload.
Within your scope of practice (subject to appropriate training and experience), and as appropriate to your specialty, develop competencies to:
- assist in operative procedures;
- perform delegated diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.
As part of a multi-disciplinary team
- support the delivery of care in a range of settings; including emergency assessment, inpatient wards, outpatient clinics, out of hospital and operating theatres (where applicable);
- support and contribute to timely discharge planning where appropriate.
Maintain accurate, timely and appropriate documentation.
Contribute to the development of efficient pathways of care within specialty and across the Trust.
Ensure the provision of a high standard of care at all times, using a high degree of empathy and advanced communication skills
About us
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to progress your career.
With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities.We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes.
At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations.If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow's healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive.
Job description
Job responsibilities
IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.
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Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
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Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Education / Qualification
Essential
- Registered member of the GMC
- Relevant first BA/BSC degree prior to undertaking PA programme
- Post graduate Diploma in Physician Associate studies from UK training programme or equivalent
- Current certification of Physician Associate National Exam or National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
- Evidence of relevant ongoing personal and professional development
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in multi-disciplinary teams
- Experience of managing complex workloads and prioritisation
Desirable
- Experience of working in a clinical environment prior to undertaking PA training
- Experience of clinical audit Teaching and education experience
Skills
Essential
- Clear written and oral communication skills
- Leadership skills
- Good IT skills - to use Microsoft office and clinical systems including EPR
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical procedures and medical terminology
- Knowledge to undertake a structured clinical assessment
- High degree of understanding of confidentiality
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) (https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration).
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) (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). (https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/working-health/overseas-health-professionals)
Employer details
Employer name
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Manchester Royal Infirmary
Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9WL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab) (https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/)