2600002164 - Physician Assistant

Lakeridge Health Corporation; Ajax; Hybrid; CAD 72,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeridge Health in Ajax-Pickering is seeking a Physician Assistant to support the Orthopedic perioperative program. You will perform screening, assessments, procedures, and patient education under physician supervision, focusing on in-patient trauma, hip/knee arthritis, and joint replacement care.

Temporary full-time (2 months) position with 8-hour day shifts; you will participate in on-call coverage and ensure accurate documentation, patient navigation and smooth flow on the Surgical unit.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Physician Assistant Program (Canadian/US) or equivalent.
• Certification by Physician Assistant Certification Council of Canada or NCCPA.
• Flexible with strong organizational skills and ability to priorities tasks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; professional demeanor.
• Exposure to Lean principles and continuous improvement encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Screening and initial assessment of orthopedic patients.
• Ordering and interpreting labs, imaging and other tests as needed.
• Performing minor procedures and patient education.
• Maintaining thorough medical documentation and care coordination.
• On-call duties to assist with in-patient consults and flow.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Patient-focused care

Clinical assessment

Education

Graduate PA program (Canada/US)

PA certification (CCP/NCCPA)

Job description

Physician Assistant

Department: 3E IP Surgery, LHAP. Program: Surgical Program. Status: Temporary Full Time (2 Months). Days - 8 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change). Location: Ajax-Pickering. Wage Schedule: $52.130 - $70.700 per hour. NON 2600002164.

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:

Reporting to the Patient Care Manager, the Physician Assistant (PA) will work with our interdisciplinary team primarily in screening, initial assessment, treatment and monitoring of Orthopedic patients presenting for routine procedures and urgent care needs for trauma, hip and knee arthritis and / or joint replacement surgery. The PA role will be focused on Perioperative Orthopedic care for the in-patient setting. In general, the PA will work under the direct supervision of the Physician and will be responsible for patient navigation and flow improvement on the Surgical unit. The candidate's responsibilities may vary depending on the specific needs of the patients and the support required within the surgical program. Responsibilities include thorough patient assessment, comprehensive physical exams, ordering and interpreting medical investigations such as blood tests, imaging and other diagnostic procedures, performing minor procedures, diagnosing and treating illness and providing patient and family education. The PA will perform on-call duties during the day to assist with in-patient consults and will maintain detailed medical documentation, including consult notes, progress notes, discharge summaries, admission orders and discharge orders. Other specific duties and additional opportunities to support the Orthopedic program development will be assigned as the PA's skill set evolves.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of a Physician Assistant Program (Canadian/US) or equivalent.
• Certification by the Physician Assistant Certification Council of Canada or the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA);
• 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 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 a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues, volunteers and other members of the community and public;
• Must have satisfactory performance record;
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-services in this area; and;
• Proven good attendance record with capability of maintaining this same standard;

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.

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.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

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

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.