Physician Assistant Degree

Job summary

Physician Assistants act as medical generalists who collect and interpret medical information to make clinical decisions. They carry out diagnostic and therapeutic interventions within a formalized relationship with a Physician.

Job details

Position #: 9001699 Expected Start Date: To Be Determined Union: HSAS Facility: Royal University Hospital City/Town: Saskatoon Department: Childrens Cardiology Type: Full-time regular FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days Hours of Work: shifts of hours per 6 weeks Relief: No Float: No Field Hours: No Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Physician Assistant Degree $51.102 to $62.5 Travel Required: Yes Human Resources Exemption: No Job Description: Physician Assistants (PAs) are academically and clinically educated medical generalists 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. Experience * Clinical experience working as a PA in a related clinical field, is an asset Education * Completion of an accredited PA degree program recognized by PACCC Licenses * Membership and Licensure in good standing with the CPSS as a PA; or * (May be asked to provide proof of meeting maintenance of certification) * Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C) through the NCCPA. * Eligible for registration with CPSS (for applicants outside of Saskatchewan). * Canadian Certified Physician Assistant (CCPA) through PACCC Memberships * Canadian Association of Physician Assistants Competencies * Advanced - Communication skills * Intermediate - Computer skills * Advanced - Interpersonal skills * Intermediate - Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example * Advanced - Analytical skills * Advanced - Technical skills Knowledge and Abilities * Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care * Ability to work independently * Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team * Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety * Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity * Demonstrated written and spoken competence in English language * Ability to treat patients with compassion and empathy * Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm Other Information * Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate (ACLS) an asset * Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (PALS) an asset * Standby may be required. * Travel within Saskatchewan * Current ATLS Certification (Advanced Trauma Life Support), is an asset * For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/ [https://www.saskatoon.ca/] * May provide services to acute and long term care sites as required * Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement 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 visit https://medicine.usask.ca/mpas/index.php [https://medicine.usask.ca/mpas/index.php] The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. > We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For > everyone. > We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and > culturally responsive workforce. > We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action. > We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan > as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People. Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

What you’ll do

Physician Assistants act as medical generalists who collect and interpret medical information to make clinical decisions. They carry out diagnostic and therapeutic interventions within a formalized relationship with a Physician.

Requirements

Candidates must have an accredited PA degree and licensure in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan. Certification through NCCPA or PACCC is required or eligible.

Listed skills

• Analytical · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Interpersonal · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• maintenance · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Diagnostic · Preferred
• English · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Communication Skills
• Computer Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Analytical Skills
• Technical Skills
• Patient Centred Care
• Multi-disciplinary Teamwork
• Ethical Practice
• Professionalism
• Compassion
• Empathy
• Clinical Decision Making
• Diagnostic Interventions
• Therapeutic Interventions

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Science & Research
• Education

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