Physician Assistant – Primary Care (Day Shifts, Weyburn)

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Weyburn; On-site; CAD 51,102 - 62,500; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant in Weyburn. The role involves working under the supervision of a physician, where you will perform clinical tasks, collect and interpret medical information, and contribute to patient care. Ideal candidates will have completed an accredited PA program and possess relevant certifications. Offering a competitive salary ranging from $51,102 to $62,500, this position requires a commitment to high-quality patient care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Clinical experience as a PA in a related field is an asset.
• Must have certification through PACCC or NCCPA.

Responsibilities

• Practice medicine under a formal relationship with a physician.
• Collect and interpret medical information.
• Carry out diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Technical skills

Education

Accredited Physician Assistant educational degree

Canadian Certified Physician Assistant (CCPA)

Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C)

Job description

Position #: 202395

Expected Start Date: TBD - posted until filled

Union: HSAS

Facility: Weyburn Primary Health Care

City/Town: Weyburn

Department: Primary Care Sites

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Hours of Work: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band:$51.102 to $62.500 (5 step range)

Job Description:Physician Assistants (PAs) are academically and clinically educated medical generalist who practice medicine within a formalized relationship with a physician. Regulated by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS), PAs collect and interpret medical information, make appropriate clinical decisions and carry out diagnostic and therapeutic interventions within a formalized Physician/PA relationship agreement approved by the CPSS.

Travel Required: No

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• Clinical experience working as a PA in a related clinical field, is an asset

Education

• Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant educational degree program recognized by the Physician Assistant Certification Council of Canada (PACCC)
• Holds one of the following certifications: Canadian Certified Physician Assistant (CCPA) through PACCC or the Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C) through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). (May be asked to provide proof of meeting maintenance of certification requirements).

Licenses

• Membership and Licensure in good standing with the CPSS as a Physician Assistant (Eligible for registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS) for applicants outside of Saskatchewan)
• Membership with the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants

Competencies

• Advanced - Interpersonal skills
• Intermediate - Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
• Advanced - Analytical skills
• Intermediate - Computer skills
• Advanced - Communication skills
• Advanced - Technical skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
• Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
• Demonstrated written and spoken competence in English language
• Ability to work independently
• Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
• Ability to treat patients with compassion and empathy

Other Information

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate (ACLS) an asset
• Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (PALS) an asset
• Current ATLS Certification (Advanced Trauma Life Support), is an asset
• Standby may be required.
• Valid driver's license, where required
• Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement
• May provide services toacute and long term care sites as required
• For more information on the city of Weyburn please visit https://weyburn.ca/

This role presents a unique opportunity for those interested in combining clinical practice with academic leadership. The University of Saskatchewan’s College of Medicine is currently recruiting for an academic position to complement this role. For details on the academic leadership opportunity, please visithttps://medicine.usask.ca/mpas/index.php