West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Band 4 - Physicians Assistant, Urology
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The Physician’s Assistant Role
The Physician’s Assistant role will function at a higher competency level than that of other Health Care Support workers.
They will actively participate in supporting the junior doctors in the delivery of treatment to patients on the Surgical wards at Watford General Hospital.
They will provide a seamless service for patients with close supervision from a registered practitioner.
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Please note - we are unable to obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship (Work Permit) for this role.
The Physician’s Assistant will provide general/specific duties as specified below for a specific patient group demonstrating a stated level of competence to participate in delivery of high-quality care to adult patients.
Appropriate local training and assessment will be provided to confirm that skills are at required levels.
The post holder will work in support of registered nurses, doctors and allied health professionals.
It is anticipated that this role will continue to develop through the acquisition of further skills, knowledge and competencies to be determined within the clinical team with the focus on patient needs.
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In order to facilitate their development, the Physician’s Assistant will be assigned a Consultant Surgeon as mentor who will take responsibility for ongoing professional development in this role.
With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
Our Vision and Values
Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.
Flexible Working Options
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We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking
Support for Applicants
If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net
If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form.
Application Information
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Zakra Ahmed
- Job title: Deputy Service Manager – Urology
- Email address: zakra.ahmed@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 07974 847652
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