Physicians’ Assistants (Anaesthesia) are part of the multi-disciplinary anaesthesia team, led by a Consultant Anaesthetist, who look after patients undergoing many aspects of Critical Care. A full job description can be found on the Scope of Practice page.
b) A first degree in a health-related subject.
With a demonstrable commitment to a career in healthcare.
The large vocational component of the course means that it can only be undertaken by candidates employed by hospitals who have been approved for the purpose. Organisations wishing to train PA(A)s should refer to the toolkit document for a full explanation of the requirements.
Qualified PA(A)s with an expanded scope of practice will be graded accordingly. The 27 month post-graduate training programme is delivered jointly by a university provider and the employing organisation.