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. 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.
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
- Eligible for registration with CPSS (for applicants outside of Saskatchewan).
- Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C) through the NCCPA.
- Valid Class 5 driver's license
- Canadian Certified Physician Assistant (CCPA) through PACCC; or
- Membership and Licensure in good standing with the CPSS as a PA; or
- Canadian Association of Physician Assistants
- Advanced - Technical skills
- Advanced - Communication skills
- Intermediate - Computer skills
- Advanced - Analytical skills
- Advanced - Interpersonal skills
- Intermediate - Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
- Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
- Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
- Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
- Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
- Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to treat patients with compassion and empathy
- Ability to work independently
- Demonstrated written and spoken competence in English language
Nice To Haves
- Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (PALS) an asset
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate (ACLS) an asset
- Current ATLS Certification (Advanced Trauma Life Support), is an asset
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
