Physician Assistant, Emergency Department

Peterborough Regional Health Centre; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 77,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total rewards package

Employer pension contributions

Health, wellness and lifestyle perks (

On-site gym 24/7

Ongoing learning and development

Job summary

Peterborough Regional Health Centre in Peterborough, ON is seeking a Physician Assistant for the Emergency Department. This full-time, temporary role supports the ED team, with supervision by Emergency Physicians to deliver high-quality patient care in a dynamic setting.

The position requires graduation from an accredited PA program, Ontario licensure, NCCPA/PACCC certification (or eligibility), ACLS/BLS, and 2+ years of PA experience as an asset.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an Accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.
• Certified by the NCCPA or PACCC or eligible to be certified by PACCC.
• Minimum 2 years of PA experience an asset.
• ACLS and BLS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, and disposition in the Emergency Department.
• Work under supervision of the attending Emergency Physician and follow approved medical directives, policies, and legislation.
• Support ED priorities: reduce PIA times, improve patient flow, support admission avoidance, improve ED length of stay, enhance patient/family experience.
• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, education, and operational initiatives.

Skills

Clinical assessment skills

Diagnostic reasoning

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Prioritization

Education

Accredited Physician Assistant program

Ontario College of Physicians and Surgeons registration

Job description

Position:

Physician Assistant, Emergency Department

Department:

AC Emergency

Position Status:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Time Type:

Full time

Temporary Contract End Date:

2027-02-08

Non- Union

Location:

Peterborough, ON

Language:

English

Salary Range:

$56.21 - $70.26

per hour

What We Offer

We’re committed to supporting our people with meaningful rewards and experiences, which may include:

• A competitive total rewards package aligned with the position
• Pension plan with employer contributions for eligible roles
• Health, wellness, and lifestyle perks, including fitness memberships and travel savings
• On site gym 24/7 free to all employees
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities to support your growth

HOURS OF WORK

The stated hours of work are approximate as schedules are subject to change with the operational needs of the Health Centre. Changes made to hours of work will follow the terms of the applicable collective agreement, company policy and/or legislation.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

The Physician Assistant (PA) is an integral member of the Emergency Department interdisciplinary team and works collaboratively with Emergency Physicians, nurses, allied health professionals, and support staff to provide high-quality, patient-centered care within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Working under the supervision and delegation of the attending Emergency Physician and in accordance with approved medical directives, policies, and applicable legislation, the PA contributes to the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, and disposition of patients presenting to the Emergency Department. The PA supports the delivery of safe, efficient, and evidence-informed care across a broad spectrum of patient presentations and acuity levels.

In addition to direct patient care responsibilities, the PA plays a key role in advancing Emergency Department strategic priorities, including reducing Physician Initial Assessment (PIA) times, improving patient flow, supporting admission avoidance initiatives, optimizing Emergency Department length of stay, and enhancing the patient and family experience. The PA works proactively to support timely assessment, diagnostic workup, treatment initiation, reassessment, and disposition planning to improve access to emergency care and overall departmental performance.

The PA participates in quality improvement, patient safety, education, and operational initiatives, utilizing departmental performance indicators and data to support achievement of organizational and Emergency Department goals. The position may be strategically deployed based on patient volumes, demand patterns, operational priorities, and departmental performance metrics to maximize impact on patient access, flow, and quality of care.

The Physician Assistant reports operationally and clinically to the Chief of Emergency Medicine, who provides oversight for role deployment, clinical practice, quality, and operational priorities within the Emergency Department. Administrative support for scheduling, attendance management, payroll, and human resource processes is provided by the Emergency Department Manager. The position works collaboratively with the Director, Emergency Department, Critical Care, Respiratory Services and Trauma Program to support departmental strategic objectives, quality improvement initiatives, and operational performance.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Graduation from an Accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.
• Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) or Physician Assistant Certification Council of Canada (PACCC) or eligible to be certified by PACCC.
• Minimum 2 years of PA experience an asset.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications.

WHO YOU ARE

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity Emergency Department.
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic reasoning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple competing demands.
• Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to patient safety and quality improvement.
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Minimum 2 years of Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care, Critical Care, Internal Medicine, or Acute Care experience.
• Experience participating in quality improvement initiatives.
• Experience with patient flow and process improvement work.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation systems.

This position is for a current vacancy.

OUR COMMITMENT

At PRHC, we take great pride in maintaining an inclusive culture of respect and a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. We do this because we understand that bringing different perspectives and backgrounds to the fulfillment of our mission, vision and values makes us better.

Peterborough Regional Health Centre is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment that is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). Should you require accommodation through the recruitment and selection process, please notify us by indicating this on your application form and upon initial contact by our recruitment team. This will ensure that we can tailor the recruitment process to meet your accommodation needs.