Physician Assistant

Duties:

• Patient Access & Triage: Managesame-day appointments, virtual consultations, and patient queries; assess acuity, offer counselling on health promotion, and arrange timely follow-up.
• Clinical Assessment & Diagnosis: Conduct patient histories and physical examinations; develop differential diagnoses and document all encounters in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Investigations & Treatment: Order and interpret lab tests and imaging; initiate, renew, or adjust treatments within the PA’s delegated authority; coordinate referrals to external providers and community supports.
• Chronic Disease Management: Lead or support clinical programs for diabetes, hypertension, COPD, mental health, and other common primary-care conditions; provide lifestyle coaching and medication education.
• Procedural Skills: Perform procedures as permitted under medical directives (e.g., immunizations, wound care, Pap tests, cryotherapy, joint injections, suturing, etc.).
• Interprofessional Collaboration: Participate in case discussions, quality and safety meetings, and program development across the Family Health Team.
• Education & Research: Support clinical learners and contribute to research, audits, or quality improvement aligned with team goals.
• Professional Standards & Compliance: Adhere to CPSO, PHIPA, OHSA, and FHT standards; maintain complete and confidential clinical records and report any safety or quality concerns.
• Other duties may be assigned and may not be limited to the scope of an individual department.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Registered (or eligible for registration) with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) as a Physician Assistant.
• Canadian Certified Physician Assistant (CCPA) or NCCPA certification.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
• Proficiency with EMRs (e.g., TELUS PS Suite, OSCAR) and virtual care platforms.
• Minimum one year of clinical experience in primary care, urgent care, emergency medicine, or community health.
• Demonstrated experience in chronic disease management, preventative care, minor procedures, and women’s health.
• Familiarity working in an interprofessional primary care setting.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with a patient- and team-centred focus.
• Demonstrated clinical reasoning and critical thinking abilities; able to prioritize effectively.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and quality improvement.
• Cultural competence and sensitivity to diverse patient needs.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and dependability.
• Conflict resolution and negotiation skills to foster collaborative working relationships.
• Proof of professional liability insurance and up-to-date immunizations.
• Eligibility to work in Canada and satisfactory vulnerable sector police clearance.
• Exceptional attendance required.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures.
• Must agree to adhere to DRDH standards of behaviour.
• Support and demonstrate the Mission, Vision and Values of Deep River and District Health.

This job posting is for a new position within the organization.