Job Description

The Elms Surgery is a forward-thinking, well-established GP practice caring for approximately 9500 patients. We have a strong multidisciplinary team including experienced GPs, Physician Associates, Clinical Pharmacist, first contact physiotherapist, and social prescriber. Supported well by an friendly Admin & Reception team. We value continuity of care, clinical excellence, and staff wellbeing.

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Physician Associate to join our clinical team. This role is ideal for a PA with solid primary care experience who is confident managing undifferentiated presentations and long-term conditions, with appropriate GP supervision.

Key Responsibilities

Independent management of acute and routine presentations within agreed scope Management of long terms conditions and chronic diseases (e.g. asthma, diabetes, COPD, hypertension, frailty, dementia, LD) Same-day and pre-booked appointments (face-to-face, telephone, and online) Requesting and interpreting investigations Developing and reviewing management plans in collaboration with supervising GPs Contributing to clinical decision-making within the MDT Supporting and mentoring less experienced PAs or trainees (if applicable) Participation in audits, QI projects, and practice development Accurate and timely clinical documentation using EMIS

Person Specification

Essential:

Qualified Physician Associate (PGDip/MSc) Minimum 3 years' post-qualification experience in General Practice Current registration with the GMC Evidence of ongoing CPD and appraisal Excellent clinical reasoning and consultation skills Ability to work autonomously with appropriate supervision

Desirable:

Experience running chronic disease clinics Experience supervising or mentoring junior clinicians Special interest or skills (e.g. minor illness, urgent care, women's health, elderly care, smear taker)

What We Offer

Competitive salary reflective of experience Named GP supervisor and regular clinical supervision Supportive, collaborative working culture Regular teaching sessions and protected learning time. NHS pension
This role is aligned to the Primary Care Network (PCN) Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) for Physician Associates.

Agencies need not contact. We may decide to close the vacancy early depending on number of candidate applying.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a covering letter to Francesca Howe, Admin Manager

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 41,000.00-50,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 22.5 - 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking Sick pay UK visa sponsorship
Work Location: In person