Physician Assistant Degree

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

Job summary

Saskatchewan Health Authority in Saskatoon is seeking a Physician Assistant to join the Surgical Nursing Unit 5B at St. Pauls Hospital.

The PA will practice as a medical generalist under a formal physician/PA agreement, contributing to clinical decisions and patient care across the unit. Applicants should hold an accredited PA degree and be eligible for CPSS registration; English proficiency and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Accredited PA degree recognized by PACCC.
• Canadian PA licensure/registration as CPSS eligible.

Responsibilities

• Provide physician-led medical care as a PA in surgical unit.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic interventions under supervision.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to ensure patient-centred care.

Skills

Clinical PA experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Accredited PA degree (PACCC recognized)

Job description

Position #: 9001708

Expected Start Date: To Be Determined

Union: HSAS

Facility: St. Pauls Hospital

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Surgical Nursing Unit - 5B

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

Job Summary

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

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

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

Memberships

• Canadian Association of Physician Assistants

Competencies

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

Knowledge and Abilities

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

Other Information

• May provide services toacute and long term care sites as required
• Standby may be required.
• Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement
• For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/
• Current ATLS Certification (Advanced Trauma Life Support), is an asset
• Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (PALS) an asset
• Travel within Saskatchewan
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate (ACLS) an asset

This role presents a unique opportunity for those interested in combining clinical practice with academic leadership. The University of Saskatchewan’s College of Medicine is currently recruiting for an academic position to complement this role. For details on the academic leadership opportunity, please visit https://medicine.usask.ca/mpas/index.php