Physician Assistant, Emergency - FT (J0726-0540)

North York General Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

North York General Hospital in Toronto seeks a Physician Assistant in the Emergency Department to support fast-track and geriatric care. You will work under supervision of Emergency Medicine physicians and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver patient-centred, high-quality care in a fast-paced setting.

The role involves interviewing patients, taking histories, performing exams, coordinating labs, initiating treatment, and counseling on prevention, with opportunities to grow in a

Qualifications

• Graduate of a BScPA degree or equivalent
• MPAS preferred
• Regulation through Ontario College of Physicians and Surgeons
• Certified or eligible through PACC
• Current BCLS certification
• Emergency Department experience preferred
• Experience with geriatric patients preferred
• Strong verbal/written communication and professional demeanor

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient interviews and take medical histories
• Perform physical examinations and interpret findings
• Organize laboratory and diagnostic investigations
• Initiation of treatment under physician directives
• Perform acts under medical directives as delegated
• Counsel patients on preventive health care
• Organize patient follow-up
• Perform other duties within competencies as Physician Assistant

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

BScPA

MPAS preferred

Job description

Company Bio

North York General is one of Canada’s leading community academic hospitals with a vision to deliver World-Class Care, 24/7. Affiliated with the University of Toronto, our multi-site campus supports our diverse community through every stage and life-defining moment by providing a wide range of acute care, ambulatory and long-term care services.

What defines North York General goes beyond exceptional quality care. Our superpower is how we deliver that care – the unparalleled compassion we bring to every encounter, during the moments that matter. Through partnerships, collaboration and academic endeavours, we seek to set new standards for People-Centred Care—a cornerstone of our culture and central to our Mission: People-Centred Care for a healthier community.

North York General is a member of the North York Toronto Health Partners, an Ontario Health Team that integrates local care with patients, primary care and community partners.

We are proud to be a place where the best people come to learn, grow and innovate. Join North York General to accelerate your career!

Position Summary

Physician Assistant, Emergency The ED Physician Assistant role is a position within the Emergency Department (ED) with the primary focus on collaborative management of patients in the Fast Track area of the ED and geriatric patients in the complex medical zones. Embracing models of operational and clinical excellence, patient and family centred care, the ED Physician Assistant works under the direct supervision and/or delegation of a supervising Physician of Emergency Medicine and in partnership with the interdisciplinary Emergency Department Team. You will provide high quality care in multiple areas of the Emergency Department. You will function as a professional who works independently and interdependently supporting the healthcare team. You are highly organized, able to succeed in a fast paced and high-volume client-facing environment and are eager to engage in new challenges every day. You also have well developed interpersonal, critical think and problem-solving skills and can work effectively independently as well as within a multidisciplinary team. You have excellent verbal and written communication, teaching and clinical expertise. This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for patients, staff, physicians, volunteers and families.

On a practical level, you will

• Conduct patient interviews and take medical histories
• Perform physical examinations and interpret findings
• Organizing laboratory and diagnostic investigations
• Initiation of treatment including but not limited to pharmaceuticals, wound care, epistaxis management, incision and drainage, suturing and casting under medical directives as delegated by a physician
• Perform controlled acts under medical directives delegated to you by a physician
• Counsel patients on preventative health care
• Organize patient follow-up
• Perform other duties within your competencies as a Physician Assistant

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Bachelor of Science Physician Assistant Degree (BScPA) or equivalent Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program
• Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) preferred
• Physician Assistant regulation through the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario
• Certified or eligible to be certified through the Physician Assistant's Certification Council (PACC)
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS),
• Experience working in an Emergency Department preferred
• Experience working with Geriatric population preferred
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and with respect in both a verbal and written format with patients, public, colleagues and other health disciplines.
• Demonstrated competency to perform complete and appropriate clinical assessment and development of a treatment plan in accordance with medical directives
• Proven problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative medical model of care with all members of the health care team.
• Satisfactory employment and attendance record

What We Offer

Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals. This is a Full Time Permanent Position with 8 and 12-hour shifts, days, evenings and weekend shifts in the Emergency. We offer a highly competitive total compensation package that includes benefits, pension, and vacation. If you were searching for more reasons to consider joining the wonderful team at NYGH, check out some features of our Total Rewards package by visiting nygh.on.ca #INDO

Closing Statement

At North York General, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. North York General is committed to providing accommodations in all parts of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.