**POSITION TYPE :**Permanent, Full-time, Day, 75 hours / pay period, 1.0 FTE
SALARY SCALE :$106,478 to $124,001 annually

Why should I join Bruyère Health?

At Bruyère Health, we're much more than a health organization; we're a true community built on respect, compassion, accountability, collaboration, and learning. If you're passionate about making a difference and are ready to be part of something bigger than yourself, join us. Come and work at Bruyère Health, where compassion and innovation meet to make each life better.

What is in it for me?

• Competitive benefits program

• Defined benefit pension plan (when applicable)

• Wellness program and on-site gyms

• Employee perks program

• Mental health support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program

• Professional development and learning opportunities

What would my role be?

Reporting to the Director, Medical Affairs and Supervising physician(s) for clinical practice, you will work under the supervision/direction of a primary supervising physician and other members of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Medical staff in accordance with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario policy on delegation.

The PA will be integrated into the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team and all tasks will be assigned and/or delegated by a member of the Medical Staff based on mutually agreed upon guidelines. Roles and responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• provide the initial patient assessment (patient interview, medical history, physical examination, and procedures) as part of a Physiatry consultation. Document the consultation after formal review with the Physiatrist.

• Assist in the ongoing rehabilitation monitoring of patients with complex and unstable medical problems in cooperation with the attending physician and other members of the medical team.

• Provide education to patients, families, and other health providers as appropriate. Assist, as appropriate, in the training of medical learners, Nursing and Allied Health Staff as it pertains to the rehabilitation care of our patients.

• Communicate with other members of the health care team and other hospital departments, both orally, in writing and electronically.

• Participate in learning activities that contribute towards enhancing delivery of patient care.

• Maintain clear, accurate and appropriate records of the patient encounter and management plan.

• Assist in program development and evaluation, and in the creation and evaluation of standards of care for patients admitted to our specialized care programs.

• Participate in tasks related to the academic mission of the department.

How do I qualify?

Required:

• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant Education Program (Bachelor of Health Sciences Physician Assistant).

• Minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience

• Complete the National Physician Assistant Certification Examination and certification with the Physician Assistant Certification Council

• Membership with Canadian Association of Physician Assistants (CAPA)

• Registered in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario

• Current cardiopulmonary resuscitation certificate

Preferred:

• Prior experience working in a continuing care setting

• Fluent in French and English

What skills should I possess to succeed in the role?

• Interpersonal communication skills and team-player

• Ability to work within an interdisciplinary team and to work with multiple supervising physicians

• Caring and compassionate health professional dedicated to patient care

• Clinical competencies and patient assessment skills

• Ability to think critically and solve problems within scope of practice

• Ability to take initiative and work independently on delegated/assigned tasks

• Ability to work under pressure and to adapt to change

• Dedication to continued learning and professional development

• Dedication to learning new and evidence-based clinical skills and integrating them into clinical practice

• Interest in and willingness to participate in academic initiatives (research and teaching)

About Bruyère Health

Bruyère Health is Eastern Ontario’s leading health organization specializing in aging, rehabilitation, and care for those with multiple complex medical conditions. We bring together compassionate, person-centered care with world-class research to maximize quality of life for those we care for and their loved ones.

Bruyère Health has a proven history of addressing gaps in our health system with compassion, innovation, and courage. Today, as an academic health sciences center, we are training the next generation of health professionals to see—and take action on creating—a better health system for all.

Additional Information

-Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

This posting is intended to fill an existing vacancy.

All applicants must provide a recent CV, and a cover letter that clearly indicates that they meet the required qualifications. Copies of your degrees and certifications, if applicable, in one of Canada’s official languages may also be requested. Please note that any inaccuracies in the information provided may result in your application being rejected.

Please note that the pre-screening questions must be submitted by all applicants as part of the application process and that answers are for information purposes only and will not disqualify internal candidates from competitions provided that the candidate meets the required qualifications of the position as per the posting.

Bruyère Health uses artificial intelligence to screen and assess answers provided by applicants. All applications received are subsequently reviewed by a member of our team. The information received, including that which is reviewed and analyzed by artificial intelligence, is used and stored in a secure environment and in accordance with Bruyère Health’s privacy policyPHIL 04 - Privacy and Confidentiality of Personal Information.

Bruyère Health promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the Employment Equity Act and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Bruyère Health is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the departmental official of the accommodation measures which may be required to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

All Bruyère Health employees are required to provide proof of full vaccination for all identified communicable diseases as per ourCommunicable Diseases: Health Surveillance and Managementpolicy.

An acknowledgement of receipt will be sent following the submission of your application. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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