FULL TIME Physician Assistant -M Neurosurgery
About The Position
Trillium Health Partners is seeking two Physician Assistants for their Neuro/MSK program at the Mississauga Hospital. This is a permanent full-time position within a comprehensive multidisciplinary team that provides patient-centered care to individuals with brain tumours, subdural hematoma, subarachnoid hemorrhage, arterial venous malformations, and spinal surgery patients. The role involves supporting patient care on the inpatient unit, working closely with neurosurgeons. As part of an academic centre, the Neuro team is involved in research, quality improvement, and professional development initiatives, offering significant learning opportunities.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
- Certified by the Physician Assistant Certification Council of Canada.
Nice To Haves
- New graduates of the PA program are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Performing comprehensive and problem-focused histories, physical examinations, patient screening, and appropriate laboratory and diagnostic studies.
- Conducting daily hospital rounds, evaluating post-operative patients, assisting with discharge planning, and facilitating patient referral to the appropriate physician or agency.
- Conducting routine follow-up visits with patients, returning phone calls from patients, and managing prescription refills.
- Performing minor procedures on the unit after a skills assessment and satisfactory performance evaluation, under a direct order or medical directive by a supervising surgeon.
- Prescribing/ordering specific medications (not narcotics) as delegated by the supervising physician, upon completion of formal and informal education and documented competency.
- Working collaboratively with an inter-professional team, including surgeons, interventional radiology, residents/interns/medical students, nurse practitioners, nurses, allied health professionals, and laboratory personnel.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
