PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

Company Description

The University Health Network, where above all else the needs of patients come first , encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education.

The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education.

With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning , the University Health Network (UHN), Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers.

UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

The Division of Medical Oncology and Hematology (DMOH) is an academic and service unit within the Department of Medicine at the University of Toronto and University Health Network (UHN) and Sinai Health System (SHS).

The Blood Disorders Program (BDP) is dedicated to managing complex, serious diseases of the blood that do not require intensive chemotherapy.

The BDP has an interprofessional approach to patient care divided into six main areas including Thrombosis and Hemostasis.

The Thrombosis and Hemostasis clinic is the first and largest comprehensive anticoagulation clinic in Canada and has expertise in cancer-related thrombosis and peri-operative management.

Job Description

Union : Non Union

Site : Princess Margaret Cancer Centre / Toronto General Hospital

Department : Medical Oncology and Hematology - Blood Disorders Program - Thrombosis

Reports to : Manager

Hours : hrs / week

Wage range : $ - $ Hourly

Status : Permanent Full-Time

Shifts : Days

Closing Date : May 17, 2024

The Division of Medical Oncology and Hematology seeks to identify a Physician Assistant to join our vibrant team to provide outstanding care to our patients.

The PA joining the team would participate in the day-to-day management of patients on an outpatient basis in close collaboration with staff hematologists, fellows, nurses and other support personnel.

The PA will be based at the Toronto General Hospital, and function within DMOH and provide patient care in a team setting.

The PA will focus on improving and enhancing the access to care, the quality of care, and therapy related symptom management.

The PA will be offered training and educational opportunities both at orientation and also at an ongoing basis, and will be expected to develop their potential as a leader and teacher in DMOH.

Additionally, there is also potential for involvement in research clinical trials.

Duties

• Utilizing and demonstrating a theoretical knowledge and advanced level of clinical competence and excellence in caring for DMOH patients
• Collecting and interpreting data about the health of patients, symptom management, developing a medical diagnosis and management plan
• Will have quality improvement, research and administrative responsibilities
• Participate in policy or clinical pathway development as well as education and professional development
• Perform other duties consistent with the job classification, as required

Qualifications

• 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

Additional Information

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks.

It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a 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.)

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire.

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN’s mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process.

Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.