Physician Assistant - Emergency Services Administration
About The Position
William Osler Health System (Osler) is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide quality patient-focused care in the Emergency Department. Working within an inter-professional collaborative model and under the supervision of a physician, the Physician Assistant will perform a range of duties including patient interviews, physical examinations, interpreting findings, organizing investigations, performing controlled acts under medical directives, counselling patients, and organizing follow-up. Osler is recognized for its commitment to patient safety and is a major Ontario hospital system serving a large population, offering opportunities for career growth and skill development.
Requirements
- Graduate of the Physician Assistant Bachelors degree at McMaster University or the University of Toronto consortium
- Certified through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant
- Certified or eligible to be certified through the Physician Assistant's Certification Council
- Current Basic Cardiac Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Paediatric Advanced Life Support and Neonatal Advanced Life Support are mandatory
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and with respect in both a verbal and written format with patients, public, colleagues and other health disciplines
- Demonstrated competency to perform complete and appropriate clinical assessment and development of a treatment plan in accordance with medical directives
- Proven problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Ability to work in a collaborative medical model of care with all members of the health care team
- Satisfactory employment and attendance record
- Must demonstrate Osler's Values of Respect, Service, Excellence, Compassion, Innovation and Collaboration
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in an emergency department preferred
Responsibilities
- Conducting patient interviews and taking medical histories
- Performing physical examinations and interpret findings
- Organizing laboratory and diagnostic investigations
- Performing certain controlled acts under medical directives delegated to you by a physician
- Counselling patients on preventive health care
- Organizing patient follow-up
- Performing other duties within your competencies as a physician assistant
Benefits
- Inclusivity and diversity in the workplace
- Accessible employment practices
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
