Physician Assistant Degree

Position # : 202441

Expected Start Date: To be Determined

Union: HSAS

Facility: Victoria Hospital

City/Town: Prince Albert

Department: General Surgical Nursing Unit

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

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

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band $51.10 to $62.50 (5 step range)

Job 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.

Travel Required: Yes

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

Intermediate - Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example

Advanced - Technical skills

Advanced - Communication skills

Advanced - Interpersonal skills

Intermediate - Computer skills

Advanced - Analytical skills

Knowledge and Abilities

Ability to treat patients with compassion and empathy

Demonstrated written and spoken competence in English language

Ability to work independently

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

Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team

Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care

Other Information

Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (PALS) an asset

HSAS seniority in the SHA will be considered under the selection criteria

Valid driver's license, where required

For more information on the city of Prince Albert please visit https://www.citypa.ca

Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate (ACLS) an asset

Current ATLS Certification (Advanced Trauma Life Support), is an asset

Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement

Standby may be required.

May provide services within Prince Albert Victoria Hospital.

This role presents a unique opportunity for those interested in combining clinical practice with academic leadership. The University of Saskatchewan’s College of Medicine is currently recruiting for an academic position to complement this role. For details on the academic leadership opportunity, please visit https://medicine.usask.ca/mpas/index.php

Employer Description

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-centered.

Organization Description

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

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.

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.