Physician Associate in Suffolk

Job summaryBurlington Primary Care is growing thier multidisciplinary team and is excited to be creating this new physician associate post - a real opportunity to shape the role from the ground up, working closely with experienced GPs and a supportive wider team. This is a new post within our expanding clinical team, offering a physician associate (PA) the opportunity to build a meaningful, focused caseload centred on long-term conditions (LTC) management in primary care.Working under the supervision and clinical governance of a named GP lead, you will run structured chronic disease clinics within agreed protocols, support frailty and care home patients, and contribute to proactive care planning. Patients are allocated to PA clinics through a GP-led triage and recall system; prescribing decisions remain with the supervising GP throughout. This is a clinically rich and varied role - not a generalist GP cover post, but a purposefully designed LTC-focused position where you will develop genuine depth of expertise. Burlington Primary Care is committed to a lifestyle medicine and prevention-first approach to long-term conditions, and this post sits at the heart of that vision.Prescribing is supported through our GP clinical leads; you will work within a clear supervised model with regular oversight, case review and professional development built in from day one.Main duties of the jobWhat you'll do:Run structured chronic disease clinics for patients with one or more long-term conditions, working to national and local QOF and IIF frameworksConduct medication reviews, care planning, and annual reviews for patients with complex multi-morbidityUndertake regular care home ward rounds and community visits, providing continuity of care for housebound and frail patientsWork with the nursing team on recall and proactive management of the LTC register, with a focus on prevention and early interventionContribute to care planning for patients on the Enhanced Health in Care Homes (EHCH) frameworkLiaise with secondary care, community teams and social services as part of a holistic care approachParticipate in MDT meetings, significant event review and quality improvementSupport the development of clinical protocols and pathways alongside senior cliniciansDeliver and support group consultation clinics for patients with shared LTC needs, using a lifestyle medicine and behaviour change frameworkEmbed lifestyle medicine principles into routine LTC reviews addressing nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress and social connection alongside clinical managementContribute to our prevention agenda, supporting patients to reduce their risk of disease progression and complicationsAbout usBurlington Primary Care is a busy, forward-thinking GP practice committed to delivering outstanding patient care through innovation, teamwork and a strong multidisciplinary approach. We are proud of our culture of clinical excellence and continuous improvement, and we invest in our team's development at every level.You will join a growing, friendly and highly skilled MDT that includes GPs, paramedics, pharmacists, practice nurses, healthcare assistants, GP assistant and care coordinators.What We Offer:Salary dependent on experience - please contact us to discussA new, purposefully designed post - genuine opportunity to shape and grow with the roleA supportive, welcoming MDT in a practice that genuinely values its staffRegular protected CPD time and support for continued professional developmentAccess to peer support, clinical audit and quality improvement opportunitiesNHS pension scheme eligibilityA varied, clinically rich caseload with real continuity of patient relationshipsDetailsDate posted19 October 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary Depending on experience - depending on experience ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number30096Job locations14 Burlington RoadIpswichSuffolkIP1 2EUUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesConditions you'll manage:Your caseload will span the full breadth of LTC in primary care, including:Diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2) - annual reviews, HbA1c monitoring, foot and eye referral pathwaysHypertension - BP monitoring, cardiovascular risk assessment, and documented recommendations for GP-authorised medication adjustmentChronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) - spirometry interpretation, exacerbation management, inhaler reviewAsthma asthma reviews, PAAP updates, step-up/step-down under GP oversightChronic Kidney Disease (CKD) - eGFR and ACR monitoring, medication safety reviews, referral pathwaysAtrial Fibrillation (AF) - anticoagulation monitoring, stroke risk assessment, and liaison with the prescribing GP on rate or anticoagulation managementHeart Failure - monitoring, titration of medications under GP supervision, coordination with community cardiologyFrailty - comprehensive geriatric assessment, falls risk, polypharmacy reviewDementia - annual reviews, carer support, advance care planningMental Health (SMI register) - physical health checks, metabolic monitoringObesity and metabolic syndrome - lifestyle management, weight management pathway referralsHypothyroidism and other endocrine conditions - monitoring and medication reviewCare home & community visiting:This role includes a regular care home and community visiting commitment - a valued part of how we provide continuity for our most vulnerable patients. Home and care home visits are structured and planned; they are not for acute or undifferentiated presentations, which are triaged and managed by a GP first.Undertake regular structured ward rounds at our linked care homes, supported by GP clinical leads, focusing on LTC review, medication safety, and personalised care planningConduct anticipatory care planning and RESPECT conversations as part of planned care home visits, working alongside the palliative care team and GP leadCarry out planned home visits for housebound patients for routine LTC reviews and vaccinations;Work within the Enhanced Health in Care Homes (EHCH) framework, contributing to personalised care and support plansBuild relationships with care home staff and community nurses to ensure joined-up, person-centred careThis is an exceptional opportunity for a PA who wants to develop real expertise in the care of older people and those with complex needs.Your clinical supervisor will be a named GP. You will benefit from:Peer support from clinical colleagues across the practiceA clear escalation pathway to our On the Day Hub for urgent or complex clinical decisions at all timesParticipation in our whole-team clinical meetings and significant event reviewWe are committed to making this role work for you - we want our PA colleague to thrive, develop and stay with us for the long term. Job description Job responsibilitiesConditions you'll manage:Your caseload will span the full breadth of LTC in primary care, including:Diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2) - annual reviews, HbA1c monitoring, foot and eye referral pathwaysHypertension - BP monitoring, cardiovascular risk assessment, and documented recommendations for GP-authorised medication adjustmentChronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) - spirometry interpretation, exacerbation management, inhaler reviewAsthma asthma reviews, PAAP updates, step-up/step-down under GP oversightChronic Kidney Disease (CKD) - eGFR and ACR monitoring, medication safety reviews, referral pathwaysAtrial Fibrillation (AF) - anticoagulation monitoring, stroke risk assessment, and liaison with the prescribing GP on rate or anticoagulation managementHeart Failure - monitoring, titration of medications under GP supervision, coordination with community cardiologyFrailty - comprehensive geriatric assessment, falls risk, polypharmacy reviewDementia - annual reviews, carer support, advance care planningMental Health (SMI register) - physical health checks, metabolic monitoringObesity and metabolic syndrome - lifestyle management, weight management pathway referralsHypothyroidism and other endocrine conditions - monitoring and medication reviewCare home & community visiting:This role includes a regular care home and community visiting commitment - a valued part of how we provide continuity for our most vulnerable patients. Home and care home visits are structured and planned; they are not for acute or undifferentiated presentations, which are triaged and managed by a GP first.Undertake regular structured ward rounds at our linked care homes, supported by GP clinical leads, focusing on LTC review, medication safety, and personalised care planningConduct anticipatory care planning and RESPECT conversations as part of planned care home visits, working alongside the palliative care team and GP leadCarry out planned home visits for housebound patients for routine LTC reviews and vaccinations;Work within the Enhanced Health in Care Homes (EHCH) framework, contributing to personalised care and support plansBuild relationships with care home staff and community nurses to ensure joined-up, person-centred careThis is an exceptional opportunity for a PA who wants to develop real expertise in the care of older people and those with complex needs.Your clinical supervisor will be a named GP. You will benefit from:Peer support from clinical colleagues across the practiceA clear escalation pathway to our On the Day Hub for urgent or complex clinical decisions at all timesParticipation in our whole-team clinical meetings and significant event reviewWe are committed to making this role work for you - we want our PA colleague to thrive, develop and stay with us for the long term.Person Specification All applicants should have the following qualifications and registrations, either in place or pending: Essentialegistered as a Physician Associate with the General Medical Council (GMC)Graduate with a Postgraduate Diploma or Master's in Physician Associate Studies from a UK-accredited programmeDemonstrable interest or experience in long-term conditions managementStrong clinical assessment and reasoning skillsExcellent communication skills with patients, families and the wider teamCommitment to working within a supervised clinical model and to ongoing professional developmentAbility to manage a caseload independently within defined scope, escalating appropriatelyDesirableAt least one year of post-qualification experience in primary care, community, or secondary care (we have limited capacity for intensive induction at this time, so some clinical confidence is important)Familiarity with SystmOne clinical systemsExperience with chronic disease templates, QOF frameworks or care home ward roundsInterest in frailty, older peoples care or anticipatory care planning Person Specification All applicants should have the following qualifications and registrations, either in place or pending: Essentialegistered as a Physician Associate with the General Medical Council (GMC)Graduate with a Postgraduate Diploma or Master's in Physician Associate Studies from a UK-accredited programmeDemonstrable interest or experience in long-term conditions managementStrong clinical assessment and reasoning skillsExcellent communication skills with patients, families and the wider teamCommitment to working within a supervised clinical model and to ongoing professional developmentAbility to manage a caseload independently within defined scope, escalating appropriatelyDesirableAt least one year of post-qualification experience in primary care, community, or secondary care (we have limited capacity for intensive induction at this time, so some clinical confidence is important)Familiarity with SystmOne clinical systemsExperience with chronic disease templates, QOF frameworks or care home ward roundsInterest in frailty, older peoples care or anticipatory care planningDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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 (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer namePrimary Care CareersAddress14 Burlington RoadIpswichSuffolkIP1 2EUUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer namePrimary Care CareersAddress14 Burlington RoadIpswichSuffolkIP1 2EUUnited KingdomEmployer's website