PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT, EMERGENCY

Northern Health - BC; Prince George; On-site; CAD 88,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Health - BC is seeking a Physician Assistant in Emergency Medicine. This role involves performing clinical duties under the supervision of a Physician Supervisor and working collaboratively within an emergency department to ensure patient safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Clinical care roles in Emergency Department settings.
• Collaboration with ED Physicians and health professionals.

Responsibilities

• Perform various clinical duties within emergency care.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams for patient safety and improvement.

Skills

Team-based patient care

Clinical duties within CPSBC scope

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 all aspects of 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 by the PA occurs in select facilities across the organization 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 works collaboratively with Emergency Department attending physicians (ED 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 regarding clinical practice.
• The Physician Assistant, Emergency, administratively reports to the Manager, Clinical Operations or delegated administrative leader.