Physician Associate

Job summary Shevington Surgery is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Physician Associate to join our friendly and supportive clinical team. We are looking for a Physician Associate with a minimum of 2 years' experience working in secondary care who is looking to develop their career within General Practice and Primary Care. Previous experience in General Practice is preferred but not essential. We welcome applications from candidates with a strong secondary-care background who are keen to develop their knowledge and experience within a busy Primary Care setting. The successful candidate will be fully supported by our 7 Partners, who have extensive experience in training, education and developing clinicians. You will have access to regular clinical support, supervision and guidance as you develop your Primary Care skills. You will also be joining an established team of two Physician Associates already working within the practice, providing an excellent opportunity for peer support, shared learning and collaboration. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established practice where learning, education and professional development are highly valued. Applicants must be GMC registered or have GMC registration in progress. Main duties of the job The Physician Associate will work as part of the multidisciplinary clinical team, providing high-quality care to patients presenting with a broad range of acute and chronic conditions. Duties will include: Assessing, diagnosing and managing patients within the Physician Associate scope of practice. Taking comprehensive clinical histories and performing appropriate clinical examinations. Developing and implementing appropriate management plans. Managing patients with a range of acute and chronic conditions. Recognising and appropriately escalating patients who require further assessment or specialist intervention. Working collaboratively with GPs, Practice Nurses, Paramedics, Physician Associates and other members of the multidisciplinary team. Supporting the delivery of safe and effective patient care within the practice. Undertaking appropriate follow-up and review of patients. Contributing to clinical audits, quality improvement and service development. Maintaining accurate and timely clinical records. Participating in continuing professional development and supervision. Undertaking home visits where required. Working within professional, ethical and practice guidelines at all times. The role will provide an excellent opportunity for a Physician Associate to develop their Primary Care experience within a highly supportive clinical and educational environment. About us Shevington Surgery is a busy and well-established GP practice in Wigan with a list size of approximately 13,700 patients. We have 7 GP Partners, 2 Physician Associates and a strong, friendly and supportive multidisciplinary team. Whilst we are a busy practice, we pride ourselves on our positive team culture. We work collaboratively and support one another, with a strong emphasis on providing high-quality patient care and supporting the professional development of our staff. Our GP Partners have extensive experience in training and education, and this is an important part of our practice ethos. The successful candidate will be fully supported by our Partners and wider clinical team, with appropriate supervision, guidance and opportunities to develop their clinical knowledge and skills. With two Physician Associates already established within the practice, the successful candidate will also benefit from working alongside colleagues in the same professional role. This provides valuable opportunities for peer support, shared learning and collaboration. We are a CQC-rated Outstanding practice and continue to receive excellent feedback from our patients. We are committed to maintaining high standards of clinical care and ensuring a positive patient experience. The practice uses EMIS Web as its clinical system. Details Date posted 14 September 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number A2820-26-0007 Job locations Houghton Lane Shevington Wigan WN6 8ET United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Physician Associate Shevington Surgery, Wigan Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week Salary: To be confirmed Contract: Permanent Job overview Shevington Surgery is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Physician Associate to join our friendly and supportive clinical team. We are looking for a Physician Associate with a minimum of 2 years' experience working in secondary care who is looking to develop their career within General Practice and Primary Care. Previous experience in General Practice is preferred but not essential. We welcome applications from candidates with a strong secondary-care background who are keen to develop their knowledge and experience within a busy Primary Care setting. The successful candidate will be fully sup