Physicians Associate

In accordance with the PCN timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make him/her-self available to undertake a variety of duties including consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, arranging appropriate investigations and following up the results, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion. Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatment/ interventions for the care of patients presenting with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems. Make autonomous decisions in relation to the appropriate management of presenting problems for conditions within competency for a Physicians Associate. Work within own level of competence referring to a GP or other health professional when appropriate.

Referring to other care providers as appropriate Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards Collecting data for audit purposes Show awareness of PCN prescribing formulary and CCG prescribing guidelines when recommending medication for a patient Proactive actions to ensure QOF and CFF data maximised Ensuring all QOF data entered during consultation Involvement in on the day minor illness clinics Involvement in duty sessions which will include an 8am start for morning sessions and 6.30pm finish for afternoon sessions as required. Adherence to PCN processes and policies Show flexibility and understanding at times of increased Patient demand and PCN pressure Other Responsibilities within the PCN Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation Work as an effective and responsible team member, supporting others and exploring the mechanisms to develop new ways of working Provide an educational role to patients, carers, families and colleagues in an environment that facilitates learning. Read-Coding patient data ensuring the highest level of data quality.

Attending training and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate. Complying with all PCN protocols in relation to GP practice administration and clinical practice. Adhere to the relevant NHS Codes of Practice and own professional Code of Conduct. Actively participate in the required revalidation process of the Physician Associate Managed Voluntary Registration Commission (PAMVRC) and the appropriate regulating body when this is in place.

Support the development of the role of Physician Associate to ensure high delivery of care within their specialty and beyond. Act as role model for Physician Associates and support the promotion of this new role within the healthcare multi-disciplinary team. It is expected that the post holder will undertake any other duties which are deemed appropriate to the band/role when requested by GPs/other clinical team members.