2600001111 - Physician Assistant

Lakeridge Health Corporation; Bowmanville; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeridge Health in Durham Region is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide clinical services under ED staff physicians, supporting patient experience and care pathways. You will engage in health histories, assessments, and a range of procedures while coordinating with consultants and outpatient services.

The role requires registration in good standing, CAPA/NCCPA membership, and MOHLTC-approved PA training.

Qualifications

• Registration in good standing as a Physician Assistant.
• Current CAPA and/or NCCPA membership in good standing.
• Certified or eligible for PACCC or NCCPA.
• Graduate of MOHLTC-approved program including Canadian Forces PA Training or equivalent.
• Flexible with superior organization skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion with confidential patient information.
• Superior work ethic, professionalism and reliability.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; interpersonal ability.
• Exposure to Lean principles and application in healthcare processes.
• Commitment to Lakeridge Health safety programs and core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork & Joy.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical services under ED physicians with emphasis on patient experience.
• Obtain health and social histories and perform physical assessments.
• Activate medical directives and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Perform procedures such as ECG, casts, suturing and ultrasound.
• Formulate treatment plans and coordinate with consultants and clinics.
• Document patient encounters and support health information systems.
• Assist physicians with hospital IT and ultrasound applications.

Skills

Registration in good standing

CAPA/NCCPA membership

PACCC/NCCPA certification eligibility

Strong organizational skills

Judgment and discretion

Communication skills

Lean principles awareness

Safety and patient care commitment

Teamwork and collaboration

Education

MOHLTC-approved program

Canadian Forces PA Training Program

Canadian/American Physician Assistant Training Program

International Medical Graduate consideration

Tools

Clinical Information System

Connecting Ontario

Order Set repository

Bedside ultrasound

Job description

Physician Assistant

Program: Emergency

Status: Temporary Full Time

Days, Evenings, Weekends - 8 & 12 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)

Wage Schedule: $52.130 - $70.700 per hour

NON 2600001111

Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long‑term care home, a community‑based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!

Duties And Responsibilities

The Physician Assistant will provide clinical services under the direct supervision of ED staff physicians and play a key role in supporting the patient experience. Expected duties and responsibilities will include:

• " Obtain health and social histories;"


• " Conduct physical assessments and interpret findings;"


• " Activate medical directives and complete preliminary interpretations of necessary diagnostic tests including but not limited to 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 support any other services/special needs for the patient;"


• " Documentation of patient encounters;"


• " Supporting 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 Physician Assistant will have a strong desire for life‑long learning, quality improvement, patient safety and collaborative team‑based care.

Qualifications

• " Registration in good standing as a Physician Assistant with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario;"


• " Current membership in good standing with the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants (CAPA) and/or NCCPA required;"


• " Certified or eligible for certification through the Physician Assistant Certification Council of Canada (PACCC) or United States (NCCPA) Required;"


• " 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"


• " 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 and responding to patient inquiries"


• " 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, an understanding of methodologies and tools and a commitment to the use of these in support of providing the best healthcare experience possible to our patients;"


• " Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety;"


• " Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork & Joy"

At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail] .

Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.

Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

Conditions Of Employment

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with Lakeridge Health's policies and procedures.

Lakeridge Health thanks all applicants, however, 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.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre‑employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.