Physician Assistant - Medical Oncology and Hematology

University Health Network • Toronto, ON

4d • CA$51 - CA$64 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Division of Medical Oncology and Hematology (DMOH) is seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) to join their multidisciplinary team. This role will provide outstanding, innovative, and evidence-based oncologic care to patients with cancer, specifically within the gynecological oncology program. The PA will be based at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre and will be an integral part of a collaborative team, managing oncology patients primarily in the outpatient setting. The position offers opportunities for involvement in quality improvement, policy and clinical pathway development, education, research, health advocacy, professional development, and leadership. The PA will receive training and educational opportunities and is expected to develop as a leader and teacher within DMOH.

Requirements

• Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) or Physician Assistant Certification Council of Canada (PACCC) or eligible to be certified by PACCC
• Eligible to work in Canada/Ontario
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and with respect in an oral and written format with patients, public, colleagues and other health disciplines
• Demonstrated ability to perform complete and appropriate clinical assessment and development of a treatment plan in accordance with medical directives
• Proficient and appropriate use of diagnostic and procedural skills
• Demonstrated effective problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated and proven ability to work in a collaborative care model with all members of the health care team
• Demonstrated ability to perform well in critical and high stress situations
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education activities supporting ongoing professional learning
• Demonstrated commitment to patient safety
• Demonstrated ability to apply basic computer skills
• Willingness to work with the DMOH team to develop appropriate medical directives and evolve the role to meet the patient/program needs

Responsibilities

• Conducting patient interviews and taking medical histories
• Performing physical examinations
• Management of symptoms and treatment-related adverse events
• Ordering and interpreting tests
• Providing medical orders and prescriptions
• Assisting with patient admission and discharge
• Patient counseling on their oncologic situation
• Delivery of virtual medical care, including partial work from home opportunities
• Taking part in the care of patients receiving treatment as part of research-based clinical trials
• Performing other duties consistent with the job classification, as required

Benefits

• Competitive offer packages
• Member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed