Hi, are there any physician associates out there? I'm considering retraining and have recently discovered that there is a 2 year PG qualification for this role. I've never come across the role before, so am interested in experiences of the training and job. Ideally I think I'd like to work in A&E.
A cursory glance at NHS jobs shows a number of vacancies but I'm wondering more generally whether there will be plenty of opportunities upon graduation. I'm also curious about working conditions/ work-life balance etc. Is the role well respected?
The pay would be a good step up from my current role but there doesn't appear to be enormous earning potential. I've worked in healthcare before lower down the scale (primary and secondary care settings) so I understand the pressures and stresses in that type of environment. I suppose I'm wondering if it would be worth it in the long run. TIA