Physician Assistant

Job summary

Conduct patient assessments, develop and document diagnoses and management plans in collaboration with supervising physicians, and educate patients about treatment options and risks. Assist with image-guided procedures and procedural care, contribute to multimodal pain management, maintain clinical documentation, and support clinic operations and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Job details

Position: Physician Assistant (PA) Employer: Afiya Spine & Pain Institute Location: Afiya Scarborough | 520 Ellesmere Road, Unit 115, Scarborough, ON Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent (12 month contract with opportunity to extend) Compensation: $92,000 - $105,000 Reports To: Supervising Physician / Medical Director, Afiya Scarborough ABOUT AFIYA SPINE & PAIN INSTITUTE Afiya Spine & Pain Institute is a rapid access, multidisciplinary spine, sport, and pain management practice with locations in Toronto, Hamilton and Scarborough. Our Scarborough clinic, located at 520 Ellesmere Road, is an academically affiliated, growing interventional pain centre. We pride ourselves on delivering evidence based, image guided, multimodal interventional pain management within a comprehensive, interdisciplinary model of care. Our team combines procedural based pain management, medication management, physiotherapy, and psychological care to address the full scope of chronic pain. As our Scarborough practice continues to grow, we are seeking a skilled and motivated Physician Assistant to join our clinical team and contribute meaningfully to patient care and the ongoing development of the clinic. POSITION OVERVIEW The Physician Assistant will work in close collaboration with our interventional pain physicians and broader interdisciplinary team. The role spans clinical, procedural, and administrative responsibilities, offering a rare combination of variety, autonomy, and exposure to advanced interventional pain medicine. The successful candidate will play an integral part in supporting both clinical operations and the strategic growth of the clinic. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical Assessment • Conduct comprehensive intake assessments for new and returning patients, including history taking, physical examination, and chart review. • Formulate and document differential diagnoses and recommended management plans in collaboration with the supervising physician. • Provide patient education on diagnoses, treatment options, expected outcomes, and risks. Clinic Based Interventions • Assist with and, where appropriate, perform image guided interventional procedures under physician supervision. • Support procedural workflow including pre procedure assessment, informed consent, intra procedure assistance, and post procedure monitoring and follow up. • Contribute to multimodal pain management planning, including pharmacologic, interventional, and adjunctive strategies. Administrative and Operational Support • Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation, consult letters, and procedural notes. • Support quality improvement, workflow optimization, and clinic growth initiatives. • Coordinate with referring physicians, allied health providers, and academic partners to facilitate interdisciplinary care. • Participate in academic activities, teaching, and ongoing professional development as opportunities arise. QUALIFICATIONS • Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program (CMA accredited or equivalent). • Eligible for or holds certification with the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants (CAPA / CCPA). • Eligible for registration in Ontario where applicable, and in good standing with relevant regulatory bodies. • Clinical experience in pain medicine, interventional procedures, anesthesia, physiatry, orthopaedics, or a related field is considered a strong asset. • Strong clinical reasoning, procedural aptitude, and comfort working in a fast paced, procedure driven environment. • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and documentation skills. • Commitment to evidence based practice and interdisciplinary collaboration. WHAT WE OFFER • Full time permanent position with a competitive salary commensurate with experience. • Supportive, collegial work environment with direct physician mentorship. • Exposure to a broad scope of interventional pain procedures and complex chronic pain populations. • Academic affiliation with opportunities for teaching, research involvement, and continuing professional development. • Clear pathway for career fulfilment and professional growth within an expanding clinical setting. • Modern clinic infrastructure with image guided procedural capability and an interdisciplinary team model. HOW TO APPLY Qualified candidates are invited to submit a current curriculum vitae and a brief cover letter outlining their interest in the role and relevant experience. Email: scarb@afiyapainclinic.ca Subject Line: Physician Assistant Application Afiya Scarborough Clinic Address: 520 Ellesmere Road, Unit 115, Scarborough, Ontario M1R 0B1 Website: afiyapainclinic.ca

What you’ll do

Conduct patient assessments, develop and document diagnoses and management plans in collaboration with supervising physicians, and educate patients about treatment options and risks. Assist with image-guided procedures and procedural care, contribute to multimodal pain management, maintain clinical documentation, and support clinic operations and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Requirements

Applicants must graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant program and be eligible for or hold CAPA/CCPA certification, with Ontario registration eligibility where applicable. Relevant experience in pain medicine or a related clinical field is an asset; strong clinical reasoning, procedural aptitude, communication, documentation, and commitment to evidence-based interdisciplinary care are required.

Benefits

• Direct Physician Mentorship
• Teaching Opportunities
• Research Involvement
• Continuing Professional Development
• Professional Growth Opportunities

Listed skills

• Quality Improvement · Preferred
• interdisciplinary collaboration · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Clinical Assessment
• History Taking
• Physical Examination
• Differential Diagnosis
• Clinical Reasoning
• Patient Education
• Image-Guided Procedures
• Informed Consent
• Post-Procedure Monitoring
• Pain Management Planning
• Clinical Documentation
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Communication
• Procedural Aptitude
• Quality Improvement
• Workflow Optimization

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Science & Research
• Education