Physician Assistant Degree

Saskatchewan Health Authority; North Battleford; On-site; CAD 51,102 - 62,500; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in North Battleford, Saskatchewan is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant. The position offers a salary range of $51,102 to $62,500. The Physician Assistant will be responsible for collecting medical information, making clinical decisions, and performing therapeutic interventions. Preferred qualifications include a recognized PA program completion and CPSS licensure. Strong communication and technical skills are essential for effective health care delivery. The role may require travel and offers opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Clinical experience working as a PA in a related clinical field, is an asset.
• Membership and Licensure in good standing with the CPSS as a Physician Assistant.
• Certified with the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants.

Responsibilities

• Collect and interpret medical information.
• Make appropriate clinical decisions.
• Carry out diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.

Skills

Advanced - Communication skills

Intermediate - Computer skills

Advanced - Interpersonal skills

Advanced - Technical skills

Intermediate - Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example

Advanced - Analytical skills

Education

Successful completion of a recognized accredited PA educational program

Job description

Position #: 202502
Expected Start Date: August 25, 2025
Union: HSAS
Facility: Battlefords Union Hospital
City/Town: North Battleford
Department: Mental Health Community Clinics & Programs
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: $51.102 to $62.500 (5 step range)

Physician Assistants (PAs) are academically and clinically educated medical generalists who practice medicine within a formalized relationship with a physician. Regulated by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS), PAs collect and interpret medical information, make appropriate clinical decisions and carry out diagnostic and therapeutic interventions within a formalized Physician/PA relationship agreement approved by the CPSS.

Travel Required: Yes
Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

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

Education

• Successful completion of a recognized accredited PA educational program

Licenses

• Membership and Licensure in good standing with the CPSS as a Physician Assistant
• Certified with the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants

Competencies

• Advanced - Communication skills
• Intermediate - Computer skills
• Advanced - Interpersonal skills
• Advanced - Technical skills
• Intermediate - Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
• Advanced - Analytical skills

Knowledge and Abilities

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

Other Information

• Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (PALS) an asset
• Current ATLS Certification (Advanced Trauma Life Support), is an asset
• HSAS seniority in the SHA will be considered under the selection criteria
• For more information on the city of North Battleford please visit https://www.cityofnb.ca/
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate (ACLS) an asset
• Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement
• Standby may be required.
• May provide services to Saskatchewan Hospital.
• Valid driver's license, where required