PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT, EMERGENCY

Northern Health - BC; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 88,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Health - BC seeks a Physician Assistant (PA) for the Emergency department. This role involves performing clinical duties under supervision and collaborating with different health professionals to enhance patient care. The position offers a competitive salary contingent upon training and experience, embodying Northern Health's commitment to quality and safety.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC).
• Collaborative skills with emergency medicine teams are essential.
• Experience in a clinical environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical duties under the supervision of the Physician Supervisor.
• Collaborate with emergency department staff to provide patient care.
• Accountable for quality of care and professional development.

Skills

Team-based patient care

Clinical duties

Collaboration with medical professionals

Education

Training as a Physician Assistant

Job description

In accordance with the established mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities of Northern Health, patient and staff safety is a priority and a shared responsibility. Continuous improvement in quality and safety is inherent in this position.

The Physician Assistant (PA), Emergency, performs a variety of clinical duties within the scope defined by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC). Clinical care will be provided across select facilities under the supervision of a PA Emergency Program Physician Supervisor (the Physician Supervisor). The PA reports to a Site Administrative Manager but is accountable to the Physician Supervisor or delegate for the quality of care and professional development. The PA collaborates with emergency department physicians, medical residents, nursing, and allied health professionals to provide continuous, team-based patient care.

Starting salary ranges from approximately $88,990 to $111,237, based on education, training, experience, and comparable positions.

Functional Reporting Relationships

The Physician Assistant, Emergency, reports to the Physician Supervisor or delegate for clinical practice matters and to the Manager of Clinical Operations or delegated administrative leader for administrative matters.