Physician Associate - General Surgery

at  Medway NHS Foundation Trust

To perform initial patient assessment and examination, initiate diagnostic process and interpret investigations and recommend initial treatment. To exercise a high degree of personal autonomy when assessing and planning care for patients with a range of presenting complaints. To develop extensive specialist knowledge and experience, acting as a resource to the clinical team and allied health professionals. Practise under the supervision of an E.D.
Consultant and other qualified staff as agreed. Take patient histories and perform physical examinations of a patient recording all information in the patients medical records. Order and interpret diagnostic laboratory tests, radiological studies or various other therapies as agreed. Distinguish between normal and abnormal findings to recognise early stages of serious medical, emotional or mental problems in the patient Establish differential diagnosis, make appropriate treatment plans and initiate emergency treatment.
Ensure safe and effective handover of patients to the appropriate ward Work with the multi-disciplinary team in an appropriate management plan for the patient e.g. Social Services, Community Nursing Teams, and Clinical Nurse Specialists. Refer and converse with appropriate specialists in regard to patient management. Maintain knowledge and proficiency in medical practices through continuing education, staff meetings and workshops

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