Physician Assistant

LMC Healthcare; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development fund

Education days

Annual performance bonus

In-house learning opportunities

Mentorship by PA team

Job summary

LMC Vaughan clinic is seeking a permanent full-time Physician Assistant to join Canada’s largest diabetes and endocrinology-focused provider. You will work under an endocrinologist, delivering comprehensive diabetes/endocrinology care and supporting clinical research as a sub-investigator.

Strong candidates have CAPA membership and a university PA degree; new grads are welcome. The role includes professional development opportunities and a clear path for growth within our multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Must be a member in good standing of CAPA.
• University-based Physician Assistant program (Bachelor or Master).
• New grads welcome; seek growth in endocrinology.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical assessments and diabetes/endocrine care under endocrinologist supervision.
• Educate patients on diabetes management and endocrine therapies.
• Act as Sub-Investigator in clinical research per SOPs.

Skills

CAPA membership

PA training

Diabetes care

Clinical assessment

Education

Physician Assistant degree (Bachelor/Master)

Job description

LMC Healthcare (LMC) is Canada’s largest specialist care provider in diabetes & endocrinology. We’re transforming diabetes care by making it more accessible, comprehensive, and patient-centric than ever before. LMC has 11 multi-disciplinary centers of excellence located in 2 provinces (Ontario and Alberta). Our 50+ Endocrinologists, many of whom are nationally renowned for their areas of expertise, are supported by an interdisciplinary team of highly qualified professionals.

Our growing team is looking for a Physician Assistant to join us on a permanent full-time basis supporting our LMC Vaughan clinic (1600 Steeles Ave. West. Unit 5. Vaughan, ON L4K 4M2).

About The Opportunity

• LMC offers an established team of 4 Physicians Assistants, as well as full training and support from Endocrinologists and our PA Program Lead.
• Our PA program offers a professional development fund and education days, plus in-house learning opportunities for all team members, regardless of years of experience.
• In this role, you will provide medical care in the areas of endocrinology and diabetes under the supervision of an endocrinologist. You will also provide care as a sub-investigator in clinical research studies in diabetes, fulfilling the responsibilities of Good Clinical Practice.

Highlights

• Medical directives are in place which are reviewed and updated annually.
• Professional development fund and education days are provided along with many opportunities to attend Endocrine specific conferences and rounds to enhance your knowledge and at the same time earn CPD credits.
• Our current PAs are also mentors to 1st and 2nd year PA students.
• There is a full training program for all new hires irrespective of years of experience as a PA.
• PAs are eligible for a competitive salary based on years of experience, as well as an Annual Performance Bonus program (eligibility based on minimum 1 year of performance in the role).
• Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week- no shift work, no nights, no weekends along with paid days off for holidays

About You

• University-based accredited Physician Assistant training program (Bachelor or Master level).
• Must be a member in good standing of the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants (CAPA).
• Experience practicing as a Physician Assistant is considered an asset, however we welcome new grads to our team!
• Ready to expand your expertise and grow in the specialty of Endocrinology Practice.

Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Perform the usual features of complete clinical assessments of patients which includes but is not limited to:
  • Obtain history, perform physical assessments, request, and review diagnostic testing.
  • Patient education in Diabetes management and advanced skills.
  • Manage, counsel, and educate patients through the implementation and adjustment of all diabetes and other endocrine therapies and monitoring systems.
  • Consult supervising physician as necessary and perform all patient care activities as per medical directives.

Research

• Act as Sub-Investigator and coordinator for research studies.
• Conduct study patient physicals, visits, perform queries, enter data, and follow all requirements under the Research Standard Operating Procedures.

Compensation range

The expected compensation for the position is $105K-$110K/annually. Actual compensation will be based on a candidate's credentials, experience and geographic location in which the position is located.

AI Disclosure

LMC does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select candidates for this position.

Position Vacancy

This position is for an existing vacancy.

LMC Healthcare is an organization committed to ensuring accessible services and communications to individuals with disabilities. Once an applicant has been selected for an interview, requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their accommodation needs known when contacted.

We thank all candidates, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.