Physician Assistant Degree
About The Position
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. 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.
Requirements
- Clinical experience working as a PA in a related clinical field, is an asset
- Completion of an accredited PA degree program recognized by PACCC
- 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
- Canadian Association of Physician Assistants
- Advanced - Communication skills
- Intermediate - Computer skills
- Advanced - Interpersonal skills
- Intermediate - Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
- Advanced - Analytical skills
- Advanced - Technical skills
- 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
Nice To Haves
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate (ACLS) an asset
- Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (PALS) an asset
- Current ATLS Certification (Advanced Trauma Life Support), is an asset
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
