Clinical Assistant

Care Fertility; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Care Fertility in Ottawa seeks a Physician Assistant to support the Clinical Director and physicians in the patient-physician relationship. You will perform delegated acts, assist in cycle monitoring, and help ensure high-quality patient care.

You will educate patients about fertility options, document histories and progress, and collaborate with nurses and staff in an interprofessional team. OB/GYN training and BCLS certification are assets for this role.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized Physician Assistant program or equivalent.
• Obstetrics and Gynecology training is an asset.
• Membership in the Canadian Association of the Physician Assistants (CAPA) is an asset.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Clinical Director or Physician as an extension within the physician-patient relationship.
• Collaborate with physicians and nursing staff to ensure quality patient care.
• Develop ethical, professional relationships with patients and families.
• Provide patient care aligned with Care Fertility’s mission and values.
• Assist in initial consultations and follow-up visits for cycle monitoring; educate patients.
• Review files and discuss next steps in treatment plans with the treating physician.
• Assist in IUI procedures when delegated by the Doctor.
• Maintain accurate patient records, respond to emails and messages, and assist in audits.

Education

Physician Assistant graduate

BCLS certification

CAPA membership asset

OBGYN training asset

Job description

Role Responsibilities

● Supports the Clinical Director or Physician as an extension of the supervising physician within the
physician patient relationship as guided, performing controlled acts delegated by physician
● Collaborate with the Physician, nurses, professional staff, etc., to ensure the quality of patient care
● Develop ethical, professional, and trustworthy relationships with patients, families, and the health
care team
● Provide patient care in a manner that is consistent with True Care’s mission and reflects core values
● Patient Consultation and Education: Assisting in conducting initial patient consultations and
follow-up visits for cycle monitoring. Educating patients about fertility treatment options, procedures
after the investigative cycle
● Treatment Planning: review the file and discuss with the treating physician next steps in treatment
plan
● Procedure Assistance: perform IUI procedure if delegated by the Doctor.
● Patient Support: Offering emotional support to patients throughout their fertility journey and
addressing any concerns or questions they may have.
● Record-Keeping: Maintaining accurate and detailed patient records, including medical histories, test
results, treatment plans, and progress notes.
● Help in reviewing results, answering patients' emails and messages. Assistant the Doctor during
procedure and perform delegated orders under the Dr supervision and For follow up and
review the results after reviewing and getting instructions from the Doctor.
● Administrative tasks including the review and audits of abnormal labs and imaging reports
● Perform other duties as assigned
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Qualifications
Formal Education or Equivalent
● Graduate of a recognized Physician Assistant program or equivalent
● Additional training or degree in Obstetrics and Gynecology is an asset
● Membership in the Canadian Association of the Physician Assistants (CAPA) is an asset
● Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification

Experience
● 1+ years equivalent experience in a similar role
● Ability to work in an interprofessional healthcare environment
● Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
● Ability to function collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team and practice in a self-directed
manner