Physician Assistant - Tory Trauma Program

Sunnybrook; Toronto; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant to join their dynamic trauma team. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate closely with physicians and healthcare providers to ensure high-quality care for patients with complex traumatic injuries. You will engage in a variety of responsibilities, from direct patient care to participating in interprofessional rounds, all aimed at optimizing patient outcomes. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to quality improvement initiatives while working within a supportive and high-performing team environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in acute care trauma or general surgery preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct patient care for patients admitted under the trauma service.
• Collaborating with the interprofessional team regarding care and disposition planning.

Skills

ACLS certification

ATLS certification

Complex decision-making

Interpersonal communication

Team-building skills

Education

National Certification Exam

Job description

Physician Assistant - Tory Trauma Program

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The Physician Assistant (PA) is a healthcare professional who works in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare providers to deliver high-quality care to patients with complex multisystem traumatic injuries. The PA is an integral member of the trauma team from admission to discharge, working within a high-performing team to optimize patient outcomes and deliver seamless care.

Specific activities of the role include but are not limited to:

• Providing direct patient care for patients admitted under the trauma service
• Collaborating with the interprofessional team regarding care and disposition planning
• Participating in trauma/interprofessional rounds
• Liaising with consulting services & interprofessional team
• Communicating with patients and families regarding care plans and updates as needed
• Performing procedures as delegated
• Performing tertiary surveys
• Documenting in patient care records and writing physicians' orders as delegated
• Completing referrals, discharge summaries, and transfer of care between units and facilities
• Conducting health promotion and disease prevention activities (e.g., alcohol screening, mental health screening, screening for abuse)
• Assisting in patient repatriation to receive care closer to home
• Supporting quality improvement initiatives

Qualifications/Skills

• Successful completion of the National Certification Exam administered by the Physician Assistant Council of Canada
• Minimum 1 year experience in acute care trauma or general surgery preferred
• Current ACLS & ATLS certification preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development
• Collaborative approach to teaching, learning, and conflict management
• Strong teaching, team-building, and leadership skills
• Complex decision-making skills, excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

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