Physician Assistant - Emergency Department

Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant for the Emergency Department at Dartmouth General Hospital. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a dynamic team, providing essential clinical services and transforming patient care delivery. As a Physician Assistant, you will engage in comprehensive assessments, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure patients receive the right care at the right time. With a commitment to excellence in health and healing, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant community while enjoying competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Relocation Expenses up to $5000

Extensive Health and Dental Benefits

Enrollment in Provincial Pension Plan

Maternity/Paternity Leave with Top-Up

Variety of Available Shifts

Continuous Clinical Education and Support

Opportunity for Advancement

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program required.
• Certification through PACC or NCCPA is mandatory.
• Must have recent emergency medicine experience.

Responsibilities

• Obtain health history and conduct physical assessments.
• Order diagnostic testing and interpret results.
• Collaborate with supervising physician and health professionals.

Skills

Emergency Medicine Experience

Patient Assessment Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Telecommunications Skills

Competencies in Other Languages (French preferred)

Education

Graduate of Physician Assistant Program

Certification through PACC or NCCPA

Eligible for License with College of Physicians and Surgeons Nova Scotia

Tools

Medical Liability Insurance

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

ATLS Certification

Job description

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Req ID:
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Location:
Central Zone,
Dartmouth General Hospital
Department:
Emergency Department
Type of Employment:
Permanent
Hourly FT (100%)
Status: Non-Union Positions

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

About the Opportunity

Nova Scotia Health is currently accepting applications for Physician Assistant with the Emergency Department at Dartmouth General Hospital. These exciting new positions with Nova Scotia Health are assisting in transforming healthcare delivery and patient care throughout our province. Join a team of individuals working to help patients, families and caregivers with the right care at the right time in the right place.

As a member of the team, the Physician Assistant (PA) will report to the Primary Supervising Physician and will provide clinical services under the direct supervision of Emergency Department attending Physician. This position will offer the PA the opportunity to work to full scope of practice.

Facility, Community and Opportunity Information

Known as the "City of Lakes," Dartmouth features over 20 lakes and offers various outdoor activities including hiking, biking and paddling. It has a rich history, diverse neighborhoods, and a vibrant food scene. Connected to Halifax by bridge and ferry, it is a quick commute across the Halifax Harbour.

Physician Assistant Responsibilities

1. Obtain health history as appropriate, including patient demographics
2. Conduct comprehensive and focused physical assessments and interpret findings
3. Utilize primary and secondary assessment results to formulate a differential diagnosis and determine if further clinical investigation is required
4. Order preliminary diagnostic testing and follow-up; with interpretation of results
5. Formulate a treatment and management plan based on assessment and investigation results, availability of services and special needs of patient
6. Implement effective treatment plans that include preventive and therapeutic interventions, demonstrating appropriate procedural skills, as determined by the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants Scope of Practice and National Competency Profile, and the supervising physician
7. Collaborate with and seek appropriate consultation from the supervising physician and other health professionals involved in the patient’s care

What We Offer

1. Competitive compensation
2. Up to $5000 in relocation expenses
3. Extensive health and dental benefits
4. Enrollment in the Provincial Pension Plan
5. Maternity/Paternity leave with top-up
6. Variety of available shifts
7. Continuous clinical education and support
8. Opportunity for advancement within the organization

Compensation

$46.36 - $61.60 hourly ($90,402 - $120,120 annually)
This position is currently eligible for an additional 2% temporary market adjustment, which is reflected in the above compensation.

About You

1. Graduate of or currently enrolled in an accredited recognized Physician Assistant program in Canada or the United States
2. Certification through the Physician Assistant's Certification Council (PACC) or National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
3. Eligible for license with the College of Physicians and Surgeons Nova Scotia
4. Membership with the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants
5. Medical Liability Insurance required
6. Must have recent emergency medicine experience
7. The following certifications or willingness to obtain: ACLS, PALS, ATLS
8. Demonstrated effective communication, interpersonal, organizational, patient assessment and telecommunications skills
9. Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ and self-identify.