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Job summary

Main area
Surgery
Grade
Band 7
Contract
Permanent
Hours
  • Full time
  • Part time
37.5 hours per week
Job ref
390-SUR-BR-5049
Employer
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Broomfield
Town
Chelmsford
Salary
£46,148 Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
09/12/2024 23:59

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Physician Associate - Surgery

Band 7

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest trusts in the country, serving a population of 1.2 million people comprising acute hospital sites at Broomfield in Chelmsford, Basildon and Southend.

 

We are a well-led, high-performing and innovative organisation determined to provide the best health care services for our local population and working in the best interests of the people we serve.

 

Job overview

Mid and South Essex FT are seeking to appoint a Physician Associate within the Surgery Division, with exciting opportunities arising at Broomfield Hospital.

Joining this expanding team will provide invaluable experience within the Surgery Division.

You will be joining a friendly and supportive team of clinical, nursing and admin staff working closely alongside a highly skilled team of allied health care professionals.

You will provide care for the presenting patient from initial history taking and clinical assessment through to the diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. You will demonstrate critical thinking in the clinical decision-making process, including assessment and diagnostic skills, leading to the delivery of safe care for all patients, and will work collaboratively with the healthcare team to meet the needs of the patients.

Main duties of the job

The department of General Surgery are pleased to offer an exciting new post for Physician Associates, within an established Physician Associate team. As a key member of the clinical team, the Physician Associate will be part of a friendly multidisciplinary team with a passion for patient care and service development.

You will be expected to work collaboratively with all members of the surgical and other medical teams within the policies and procedures of Mid Essex Hospital NHS Trust. You will join the multi-disciplinary staff, under Consultant Supervision in providing comprehensive care for patients in General Surgery. 

Your duties will be arranged with the Consultant to whom you are responsible, who has final medical responsibility for all patients under his/her care. Any clinical problems beyond your experience or problems causing anxiety should be referred to the Consultant or a more senior member of your team.

Working for our organisation

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people. 

We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. 

From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook – if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.

We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We look forward to your application. Please refer to attached Job Description for full list of responsibilities. 

Person specification

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Clinical training /experience in medical speciality
Desirable criteria
  • Experience working clinically in Surgery

Qualification

Essential criteria
  • Current and valid certification or re-certification by the UK Physician Associate National Examination
  • Ability to take responsibility for clinical care of patients under the supervision of Consultants
  • PG Diploma in Physician Associate Studies from a UK training programme (or equivalent)
  • BA/BSc level degree prior to undertaking PA program
  • Member of the Faculty of Physician Associates at the RCP, which includes registration on the PA Managed Voluntary Register
Desirable criteria
  • Basic life support certification
  • ILS/ ALS certification

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Toby Hammond
Job title
Consultant Surgeon Surgery Clinical Lead
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01245 514094
Additional information

Toby Hammond

Consultant, Consultant Surgeon Surgery Clinical Lead

Email: [email protected]

Tel: 01245 514094

OR 

Chloe Herbert

Surgical Matron

[email protected] 

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