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Job summary

Ravensbury ParkMedical Centre, situated in East Merton, operates as a general practiceproviding NHS primary care services for approximately 5,000 patients. Ourpractice is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of patient care, witha strong focus on disease prevention, patient education, and deliveringpersonalized, proactive healthcare. We uphold the fundamental principles of generalpractice and evidence-based care, while also fostering an atmosphere thatwelcomes innovation and new approaches. We are committed to supporting thegrowth of our clinical team and facilitating the professional development ofthe successful candidate. If you are passionate about working in a primary caresetting, we invite to apply and be part of our dedicated team.

Main duties of the job

We are offering a rewarding opportunity for a PhysicianAssociate to become an integral part of our team in our practice. As a valued team member, you will have theopportunity to make a real difference in patient care. In this role, you willtake on key duties such as patient consultations, physical examinations, testresult interpretation and treatment planning. You will work closely with the clinicalteam to enhance patient outcomes and support the practice in achieving targets.We are seeking a proactive, skilled professional committed to patient-centredcare and team collaboration. If you are ready to make a difference in primarycare, apply today.

About us

Ravensbury Park Medical Centre is under the Southwest London ICB and ispart of the Morden Primary Care Network.

We offer:

Standard annual leave

NHS pension

Development opportunities

A supportive team environment

free parking

Ravensbury Park Medical Centre is an equal opportunities employer.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide first point of contact care for patients presenting with undifferentiated, undiagnosed problems utilising history-taking, physical examinations and clinical decision-making skills to establish a working diagnosis and management plan in partnership with the patient (and their carers where applicable).

Duties include

Provide high-quality clinical care to patients using established clinical guidelines, delivered in a timely manner. Carry out consultations (whether face to face, online or phone), with patients of all ages as an autonomous practitioner and using own clinical judgement to diagnose, treat, refer and/or discharge patients Make referrals to secondary care and social services within locally agreed protocols, guidance and pathways. To perform specialist diagnostic physical examinations and treatment procedures. To instruct and educate patients in preventative health care. Ensure complete and accurate documentation of each and every patient contact. Assist or carry out home visits as necessary or directed by clinical supervisor(s). Fully document all aspects of patient care and complete all required paperwork for legal and administrative purposes. Carry out necessary invasive and non-invasive diagnostic tests or investigations and interpret findings/reports within the scope of a PAs practice. Discuss the result and implications of laboratory investigations with patients; Utilise clinical guidelines and promote evidence-based practice; Offer a holistic service to patients and their families, developing where appropriate an on-going plan of care/support with an emphasis on prevention and self-care; Contribute to the practice quality targets to consistently achieve high standards of safe, evidence-based, cost-effective patient care and service delivery. Work to deliver, with other members of College Health the objectives of our GMS contracts and contribute to the clinical and management development of College Health care provision. Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Physician Associate Postgraduate Diploma or masters degree from a university with a program accredited by the Faculty of Physician associates at the royal college of physicians.

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