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Physician Assistant Degree

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October 17 2024
Expected expiry date: November 14 2024
Industries Healthcare, social assistance
Categories Physicians,
La Ronge, SK • Full time
  • Job Identification 20967
  • Job Category General Medicine and Acute Care
  • Posting Date 10/17/2024, 10:37 AM
  • Locations La Ronge Health Centre
  • Job Schedule Full time

Job Description

Position #: 202521

Posted: September 18, 2024

Posting End Date: Posted Until Filled

Expected Start Date: October 08, 2024

Union: HSAS

Facility: La Ronge Health Centre

City/Town: La Ronge

Department: Integrated Nursing Unit

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Hours of Work: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks

Job Profile Description: Physician Assistants (PAs) are academically and clinically educated medical generalist 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.

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Travel Required: No

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

  • Clinical experience working as a PA in a related clinical field, is an asset

Education

  • Successful completion of a recognized accredited PA educational program

Licenses

  • Membership and Licensure in good standing with the CPSS as a Physician Assistant
  • Certified with the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants

Competencies

  • Advanced - Communication skills
  • Intermediate - Computer skills
  • Advanced - Analytical skills
  • Intermediate - Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
  • Advanced - Interpersonal skills
  • Advanced - Technical skills

Knowledge and Abilities

  • Committed to delivering on patient and family centered care
  • Demonstrated written and spoken competence in English language
  • Ability to treat patients with compassion and empathy
  • Ability to work independently
  • Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
  • 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

Other Information

  • La Ronge is located approximately 241 km north of Prince Albert
  • Standby may be required.
  • Valid driver's license, where required
  • For more information on the town of La Ronge please visit https://www.laronge.ca/
  • Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement
  • Current ATLS Certification (Advanced Trauma Life Support), is an asset
  • May provide services in Emergency and other acute care services as required.
  • Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (PALS) an asset

About Us

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.

Additional Information

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.

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.
We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.
We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.
We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.