Physician Associate in Haematology

London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust

An excellent opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic and motivated Physician Associates (PAs) to join the Department of Haematology at Northwick Park Hospital (NPH), part of London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust.

The post is suitable for PAs who have at least 12 months post qualification experience.

Applicants must hold a science-related degree prior to having attained a Postgraduate Diploma in Physician Associate/Assistant Studies from an accredited UK training program or overseas equivalent. They must also be registered with the Managed Voluntary Register for Physician Associates. It is also expected that the post-holder will be a great ambassador for the Physician Associate profession. Applicants who do not meet these criteria need not apply.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will work alongside 2 other PAs and under the supervision of Haematology Consultants in the inpatient and outpatient/daycase settings to deliver high quality patient care. The role of Physician Associate is well established in the Trust where PAs assess patients, arrange management plans and perform procedures after appropriate training, whilst working closely within a multi-disciplinary team. The PA is accountable for the care given and is expected to comply with the Fitness to Practice and Code of Conduct standards established by the Faculty of Physician Associates, led by the Royal College of Physicians. The PA is also expected to contribute towards education, training and staff development within the department, as well as participate in research and clinical audit activities.

Job responsibilities

The successful post-holder will be expected to provide comprehensive healthcare to patients with Hematologic conditions, both malignant and non-malignant in various states of health or illness within the Haematology Department. This will involve assistance with all aspects of patient care in collaboration with a Consultant Haematologist, including the following:

• Taking medical histories and performing physical examinations,
• Formulation of a differential diagnosis and implementation of evidence-based plan of care including diagnostic, therapeutic and follow-up care in addition to initiation of emergency treatment where appropriate,
• Performing specialist diagnostic and therapeutic procedures within the scope of practice and following appropriate training,
• Teaching and coaching,
• Requesting and interpreting diagnostic studies within the scope of practice.

It is anticipated that the post-holder would develop and maintain strong provider-patient relationships and strong collaborative relationships within the healthcare team. Key areas involve work where patients are managed on clinical pathways including diagnostic and therapeutic protocols and will be in the following sectors:

• Outpatient Services: This includes the Haematology Day Care and Chemotherapy Units and Outpatient Clinics.
• Inpatient Services: This includes the dedicated Haematology ward and Specialty Outlier wards.

Person Specification

Training and Qualifications

• BA/BSc Degree prior to undertaking PA program
• PG Dip/MSc in Physician Associate Studies from a UK PA programme, and current certification by the national commission on Certification for Physician Associates
• Valid certification of Physician Associate National Exam
• Evidence of post registration learning and development including undertaking 50 hours of CPD every year
• Full membership at the Faculty of Physician Associates at the RCP (or proof of awaiting membership to be finalised)
• Registered on the Physician Associate Managed Voluntary Register

Experience

• Knowledge of medical procedures and terminology
• Commitment to CPD
• Ability to support physicians in decision making
• Advanced organisational skills
• IT literate
• Haemato-Oncology Experience
• Previous Study specific to specialty of Haemato-Oncology
• Experience of teaching

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.

Salary: £49,178 to £55,492 a year per annum incl. HCA