Physician Assistant in Wakefield

Physician Assistant at Cheswold Park Hospital

Job Summary

The adult ADHD Service is seeking physician assistants with specialist experience working with adults with neurodevelopmental conditions.

Why you should consider joining us

• Be part of one of the UK\’s largest services for adults with ADHD and Autism.
• Thrive in an innovative Specialist Mental Health Team that values progress and inclusivity.
• Benefit from annual appraisals and regular supervision to support your professional growth.
• Enjoy additional mentorship from our Services Consultant Psychiatrist.
• Take advantage of study leave and multiple avenues for career development.

While our primary base is in Wakefield, you\’ll also have the flexibility to work across various localities in designated clinics. We pride ourselves on being a cohesive and supportive team and are keen to welcome an effective team player like you, with relevant experience in Mental Health Services.

Join us to make a meaningful impact in a specialised field. Apply today and become part of our pioneering team.

At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Perform duties with regards to the adult ADHD diagnostic pathway delegated and agreed by the supervising clinician(s).
• With clinical supervision as considered appropriate:
• Undertake patient consultations, assessments and examinations.
• Recommend and explain appropriate diagnostic tests and treatment.
• Request and interpret results of laboratory investigations when necessary.
• Consult and refer as appropriate to other health professionals/specialists to discuss or refer specific patients, plan and co‑ordinate activities or exchange information to improve the quality of patient care.
• Determine a list of differential diagnoses.
• Recommend a management / treatment plan.
• Perform diagnostic / therapeutic procedures, subject to training / experience and competency assessment.
• Act with empathy and consideration, involving the patient in decisions about their care.
• Ensure provision of good clinical care at all times using established clinical guidelines.
• Liaise with members of the multi‑disciplinary team and allied services such as Community Nursing, dietician, community mental health team.
• Maintain accurate and appropriate documentation for legal and administrative purposes.

Management and Leadership

• Develop own leadership skills within the clinical environment and team.
• Contribute in the development of the service and act as a change agent and facilitate the change process whilst encouraging others to be innovative and adaptable in the approach to change.
• Networking and maintaining relationships with other PAs.
• Promote a positive image of PAs both externally and internally.
• Support and influence the development of new models of care.
• Implement evidence based policies and procedures specifically required by the Team.
• Develop and maintain effective communication with the multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of care.
• Work collaboratively with representatives of other clinical areas, disciplines and services to provide a seamless pathway of care.
• Be conversant with all policies and procedures and ensure they are correctly implemented.
• Raise concerns with regards to risk, danger, malpractice or wrong doing by following the Whistle Blowing policy and supporting practices.

Training, Education and Development

• Undertake 50 hours of continuing medical education (CPD) every year, with a minimum of 25 hours in accredited direct learning programmes.
• Take the UK PA National Re‑certification Examination every six years, as required for Physician Assistants.
• Ensure continuing education, training and development is undertaken to meet clinical governance guidelines for Continuing Professional Development and a Personal Development Plan.
• Keep up to date with relevant medical research and evidence‑based medical practice by attending continuing education courses and professional meetings, reading journals etc.
• Help identify, plan and assist in the implementation of goals for clinical development of Physician Assistants.
• Assist in clinical instruction and supervision of medical and nursing students as well other learners that may periodically be attached to the practice/department, including the educational development and mentoring of Physician Assistant students.
• Attend and contribute to multi‑disciplinary meetings organised by the Service in order to discuss and learn from recent significant events relating to clinical practice occurring within the Practice/department.
• Regularly reflect on own practice (and keep a record of learning encounters) to identify learning needs and encourage self‑directed lifelong learning and continued professional development.
• Deliver and share updates in clinical practice to the whole team.
• Support as appropriate other clinical and non‑clinical staff members.
• Complete all necessary mandatory and statutory training.
• Attend, and prepare for, all scheduled academic and clinical teaching and assessments.
• Engage with feedback mechanisms to evaluate own learning experience both during academic and clinical placements.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• MSc/PG Dip Physician Associate / Assistant Studies from an accredited UK training programme;
• Bachelor Degree prior to taking Physician Associate / Assistant Programme.
• Passed the UK RCP National Certification Examination for Physician Associate / Assistant (PANCE).
• Registered on the UK Physician Associate / Assistant Managed Voluntary Register (PAMVR) to be able to work.
• Membership of the Faculty of Physician Associate / Assistants.

Experience

• Ability of working to protocols or guidelines.
• Understanding of the NHS/Health and Social Care sector.
• Demonstrable evidence of a high standard of clinical practice.
• Experience of mentorship and supervision to other staff. (Desirable)
• Experience of conducting clinical audit and quality improvement projects. (Desirable)

Physical Attributes

• Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).

Personal Attributes

• Commitment to CME and professional development.
• Enthusiasm and commitment to continuous service development.
• Willingness to undergo additional training, education and mentoring to develop and maintain clinical skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, nights, weekends and bank holidays.
• Ability to undertake training during office hours.
• Ability to work under pressure whilst delivering high quality care.

Special Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to work cohesively within the multi‑disciplinary team.
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload (time management).
• IT Skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgements when faced with conflicting pressures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Understanding of Information Governance.
• Understanding of equality and diversity issues and how this affects patients, visitors and staff.
• Management and leadership skills. (Desirable)
• Project management skills. (Desirable)
• Excellent clinical skills. (Desirable)
• Able to undertake consultation by telephone. (Desirable)

Contact

Rebecca Crisp, Operations Manager 01924 316492

Other Information

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

We do reserve the right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Job Details

• Date posted: 18 December 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 7
• Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year
• Contract: Fixed term
• Duration: 12 months
• Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
• Reference number: C9378-W1389A
• Job locations: Adult ADHD and Autism Service, Manygates Clinic, Wakefield, WD1 5PN

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

• Employer name: South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
• Address: Adult ADHD and Autism Service, Manygates Clinic, Wakefield, WD1 5PN
• Website: https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk