Physician Assistant Degree

Job summary

Physician Assistants practice medicine within a formalized relationship with a Physician, collecting and interpreting medical information, making clinical decisions, and carrying out diagnostic and therapeutic interventions as approved by the CPSS. They are expected to exemplify ethical practices, professionalism, and commitment to patient and family-centered care.

Job details

Position #: 9009294 (V50972) Expected Start Date: To Be Determined Union: HSAS Facility: Pasqua Hospital City/Town: Regina Department: Ostomy & Wound Resource Team Type: Full-time regular FTE: 1 Shift Information: Days Hours of Work: 8 Hour shifts Relief: No Float: No Field Hours: No Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Physician Assistant Degree $51.102 to $62.5 Travel Required: 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. Human Resources Exemption: No 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 (May be asked to provide proof of meeting maintenance of certification) Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C) through the NCCPA. Membership and Licensure in good standing with the CPSS as a PA; or Eligible for registration with CPSS (for applicants outside of Saskatchewan). Canadian Certified Physician Assistant (CCPA) through PACCC; or Memberships Canadian Association of Physician Assistants Competencies Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example Interpersonal skills Computer skills Analytical skills Communication skills Technical skills Knowledge and Abilities Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity Demonstrated written and spoken competence in English language Ability to work independently Committed to delivering on patient and family centered care Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm Other Information Valid Class 5 driver's license For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/ May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate (ACLS) an asset Current ATLS Certification (Advanced Trauma Life Support), is an asset Standby may be required. Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (PALS) an asset 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 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 practice medicine within a formalized relationship with a Physician, collecting and interpreting medical information, making clinical decisions, and carrying out diagnostic and therapeutic interventions as approved by the CPSS. They are expected to exemplify ethical practices, professionalism, and commitment to patient and family-centered care.

Requirements

Candidates must have completed an accredited PA degree program recognized by PACCC and must hold or be eligible for licensure with the CPSS, typically requiring PA-C certification through NCCPA or CCPA through PACCC. Clinical experience working as a PA in a related field is considered an asset.

Listed skills

• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Quality Improvement · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Clinical Decision Making
• Diagnostic Interventions
• Therapeutic Interventions
• Interpersonal Skills
• Computer Skills
• Analytical Skills
• Communication Skills
• Technical Skills
• Ethical Practices
• Professionalism
• Patient Centered Care
• Cultural Safety
• Quality Improvement
• Standby Duty
• ACLS
• ATLS

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Science & Research

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