2500000420 - Physician Assistant

Lakeridge Health; Ajax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Ajax is seeking a temporary full-time Physician Assistant for the Emergency Department. In this role, you will conduct assessments, document patient encounters, and support healthcare technology. Ideal candidates will have a registration eligibility as a PA, a graduate from an approved program, and strong communication skills. The position involves a mix of day and evening shifts.

Qualifications

• Active registration or eligibility for registration as a Physician Assistant in Ontario.
• Must be a graduate of an approved PA program.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Obtain health and social histories from patients.
• Conduct physical assessments and make preliminary interpretations.
• Document patient encounters thoroughly.

Skills

Superior organization skills

Interpersonal and relationship building skills

Written/oral communication skills

Decision-making and sound judgment

Education

Graduate of MOHLTC-approved program

Eligibility for PA registration in Ontario

Completion of PACCC or NCCPA exam

Job description

Overview

Lakeridge Health (LH) has five hospitals, four Emergency Departments, a residential treatment centre and more than a dozen community health care locations. LH is dedicated to providing the highest standard of care and best experience for patients and their families. LH is home to several regional specialty centres including the R.S. McLaughlin Durham Regional Cancer Centre, Pinewood Centre for addictions and mental health, and The Shoulder Centre. The Emergency Departments see approximately 100,000 visits annually. We are seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) to join the Emergency Department team as part of a new Physician Assistant program. This is a temporary full-time position (12 months) with 8, 12-hour shifts on Day/Evening schedule (subject to change). Location: Ajax-Pickering. Wage Schedule: $49.490 - $67.130 per hour. File Number: 2500000420.

The duties and responsibilities described below are performed under the direct supervision of ED staff physicians and support the patient experience. This role supports life-long learning, quality improvement, patient safety and collaborative team-based care as part of an integrated health care team.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Obtain health and social histories;
• Conduct physical assessments and interpret findings;
• Activate medical directives and complete preliminary interpretations of necessary diagnostic tests including ECGs, laboratory tests, and diagnostic imaging;
• Perform procedures such as ECG, casting, suturing, application of orthopedic devices, slit lamp examination, measuring intraocular pressure, visual acuity;
• Formulate treatment plans and support appropriate connections to consultants, allied health, outpatient clinics and other services as needed;
• Document patient encounters;
• Support physicians with health care technology and applications such as Connecting Ontario and hospital applications including the Clinical Information System, Order Set repository, and bedside ultrasound.

As an integrated member of the health care team and support to the ED Physician, the PA will have a strong desire for life-long learning, quality improvement, patient safety and collaborative team-based care.

Qualifications

• Active registration or eligibility for registration as a Physician Assistant with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario
• Graduate of MOHLTC-approved program including the Canadian Forces Physician Assistant Training Program, Graduate of a Canadian or American Physician Assistant Training Program, or trained International Medical Graduate
• Eligible (and in process) to write the Physician Assistant Certification Council of Canada Exam (PACCC) or NCCPA, with successful completion
• Flexible with superior organization skills and the ability to work efficiently to prioritize multiple, competing tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion, make decisions and take initiative while working with confidential patient information
• Superior work ethic, professionalism and reliability; demonstrated commitment to providing outstanding customer/client service
• Superior written/oral communication skills; excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills; ability to effectively convey factual information and detailed explanations
• Exposure to Lean principles and a commitment to using methodologies and tools to support high-quality care
• Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to LH's comprehensive safety programs and practices
• Demonstrated commitment to LH's core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork & Joy

Conditions Of Employment

• The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with Lakeridge Health's policies and procedures.
• Lakeridge Health thanks all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
• Successful external applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.
• Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
• We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified applicants; LH is committed to inclusion, diversity and accessibility.
• Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment and to preventing the transmission of COVID-19 infections. New team members will be required to provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 during their Post-offer/Pre-employment Health Assessment, subject to exemptions under the Ontario Human Rights code.