Physician Assistant

Job Summary & Requirements

The primary role of the Physician Assistant (PA) will be to participate in the assessment and care of Emergency Department patients, under the supervision of the attending physician. The PA will provide care using evidence‑based clinical practice standards and will adhere to established protocols. All activity will be under the direct supervision of an Emergency Department Physician, and within the medical directives endorsed by the RVH Medical Advisory Committee. As an integrated member of the health care team and support to the ED Physician, the PA will have a strong desire for life‑long learning, quality improvement, patient safety and collaborative team‑based care.

Education

• Undergraduate Degree
• Graduate of a Canadian or US‑Accredited Physician Assistant Education Program, including the Canadian Forces Physician Assistant Training Program
• Eligible to challenge the National Physician Assistant Certificate Exam, or Canadian Physician Assistant Certification – Mandatory
• BCLS and ACLS

Experience

Competencies

Responsibilities

Clinical And General Responsibilities

Academic and Learner Supervision

Communication

Medical Documentation and Record Keeping

Collaborate with the Multidisciplinary Team

Collaboration with Affiliated Services (including Regional Sites)

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