Military Physician Assistant - Primary & Emergency Care

Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Armed Forces is seeking Physician Assistants to provide primary and emergency health care to CAF members at bases, on ships, and in remote postings across Canada and abroad.

The role includes undertaking onboard and field medical duties, following the CAF training pathway with Regular or Reserve options, and opportunities for advanced military medical training while receiving a full salary and civilian university sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
• Certified PA with PACCC Certification and current registration to practise as a PA in a Canadian province or territory.
• Willingness to work in remote/isolated locations and to relocate as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary health care;
• Provide emergency care;
• Promote health protection and education;
• Practice environmental medicine and hyperbaric medicine; and
• Promote occupational health and safety.

Skills

PACCC Certification

Provincial licensure

Military medical training

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in PA program

Job description

Canadian Armed Forces is seeking Physician Assistants to provide primary and emergency health care to CAF members at bases, on ships, and in remote postings across Canada and abroad.

The role includes undertaking onboard and field medical duties, following the CAF training pathway with Regular or Reserve options, and opportunities for advanced military medical training while receiving a full salary and civilian university sponsorship.