Physician Assistant Degree

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Kindersley; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Health Authority seeks a Physician Assistant for Kindersley Health Centre. This full-time regular position is based in Kindersley and focuses on primary care within a multi-disciplinary team. 14 eight-hour shifts over 3 weeks, days only, with a 1.0 FTE and no relief or float requirements.

Candidates must have PA licensure in good standing or eligibility, and a PACCC-accredited PA degree. Remaining qualifications include ACLS/PALS assets and valid driver’s license; travel within

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited PA degree program recognized by PACCC.
• Membership and Licensure in good standing with CPSS as a PA; or eligible for registration with CPSS.
• Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C) through the NCCPA.

Responsibilities

• Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Treat patients with compassion and empathy.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement toward zero harm.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited PA degree program (PACCC)

Job description

Position #: 9006696

Expected Start Date: to be determined, posted until filled.

Union: HSAS

Facility: Kindersley Health Centre

City/Town: Kindersley

Department: Primary Care Sites

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Hours of Work: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Physician Assistant Degree $51.102 to $62.5

Travel Required: No

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• Clinical experience working as a PA in a related clinical field, is an asset

Education

• Completion of an accredited PA degree program recognized by PACCC

Licenses

• Membership and Licensure in good standing with the CPSS as a PA; or
• Eligible for registration with CPSS (for applicants outside of Saskatchewan).
• Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C) through the NCCPA.
• (May be asked to provide proof of meeting maintenance of certification)
• Valid Class 5 driver's license
• Canadian Certified Physician Assistant (CCPA) through PACCC; or

Memberships

• Canadian Association of Physician Assistants
• Analytical skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Technical skills
• Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to treat patients with compassion and empathy
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
• Ability to work independently
• Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
• Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
• Demonstrated written and spoken competence in English language

Other Information

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate (ACLS) an asset
• Kindersley is located approximately 200 km west of Saskatoon
• For more information on the town of Kindersley please visit https://www.kindersley.ca/
• Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (PALS) an asset
• Travel within Saskatchewan
• Current ATLS Certification (Advanced Trauma Life Support), is an asset

About Us

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

Additional Information

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.

We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.

We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.

We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.