Physician Associate

Job summary We are seeking a Primary Care Physician Associate to join our team to deliver innovative care to the community. We are looking for a Physician Associate who can act within their professional boundaries to deliver acute and chronic disease management and will look to develop confidence in being part of the multidisciplinary team delivering visits and frailty management. Appropriate supervision and support will be available to Physician Associates. In addition, the PCN offers dedicated CBP time along with peer to peer support and mentorship/ Main duties of the job Work within scope of practice under the supervision of a GP to deliver high levels of patient care using advanced, theoretical knowledge, autonomous clinical skills and evidence based practice. Manage clinical case load and address patient needs. Review, analyse and action diagnostic test results. Collect/request pathology specimens as required. Support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over the counter medicines (within own scope of practice). Deliver integrated patient centred-care through appropriate working with the wider multi-disciplinary team and social care networks. Ensure that they adhere to the relevant patient group directives and local clinical pathways at all times. Ensure continuity of care, arranging follow-up consultations or reviews as necessary. Partake in clinical audits, significant event reviews and other research and analysis tasks. About us The PCN is the collaboration of GP practices who are working together to deliver high quality services to our communities in an innovative and flexible way. We are forward thinking and if you join us, you will be part of a professional and committed Primary Care Network where we will encourage and support you in your professional development and where you can play a key role in helping us to develop new services. Details Date posted 11 September 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number A3734-26-0000 Job locations Miles Platting, Moston and Newton Heath Moston Lane East Moston Greater Manchester M40 3HD United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the Physician Associate. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels. The Physician Associate will work within their scope of clinical practice and: Work within scope of practice under the supervision of a GP to deliver high levels of patient care using advanced, theoretical knowledge, autonomous clinical skills and evidence-based practice. Manage clinical case load and address patient needs. Review, analyse and action diagnostic test results. Collect/request pathology specimens as required. Support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over the counter medicines (within own scope of practice). Deliver integrated patient centred-care through appropriate working with the wider multi-disciplinary team and social care networks. Ensure that they adhere to the relevant patient group directives and local clinical pathways at all times. Ensure continuity of care, arranging follow-up consultations or reviews as necessary. Partake in clinical audits, significant event reviews and other research and analysis tasks. Play an active role in the management of patients with long term conditions. Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate. Liaise with external services and agencies to ensure that the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc). Support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies. Carry out immunisations as required. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with current legislation. Ensure read codes are used effectively. Work within scope of practice, and seek assistance and support when required. Contribute to regular practice meetings. Job description Job responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the Physician Associate. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels. The Physician Associate will work within their scope of clinical practice and: Work within scope of practice under the supervision of a GP to deliver high levels of patient care using advanced, theoretical knowledge, autonomous clinical skills and evidence-based practice. Manage clinical case load and address patient needs. Review, analyse and action diagnostic test results. Collect/request pathology specimens as required. Support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over the counter medicines (within own scope of practice). Deliver integrated patient centred-care through appropriate working with the wider multi-disciplinary team and social care networks. Ensure that they adhere to the relevant pa