Physician Assistant

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Physician Assistant will provide clinical services under the direct supervision of ED staff physicians and play a key role in supporting the patient experience. Expected duties and responsibilities will include:

" Obtain health and social histories;
" Conduct physical assessments and interpret findings;
" Activate medical directives and complete preliminary interpretations of necessary diagnostic tests including but not limited to ECGs, laboratory tests, and diagnostic imaging;
" Perform procedures such as ECG, casting, suturing, application of orthopedic devices, slit lamp examination, measuring intraocular pressure, visual acuity;
" Formulate treatment plans and support appropriate connections to consultants, allied health, outpatient clinics and support any other services/special needs for the patient;
" Documentation of patient encounters;
" Supporting physicians with health care technology and applications such as Connecting Ontario and hospital applications including the Clinical Information System, Order Set repository, and bedside ultrasound.

As an integrated member of the health care team and support to the ED Physician, the Physician Assistant will have a strong desire for life-long learning, quality improvement, patient safety and collaborative team-based care.

QUALIFICATIONS:

" Registration in good standing as a Physician Assistant with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario;
" Current membership in good standing with the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants (CAPA) and/or NCCPA required;
" Certified or eligible for certification through the Physician Assistant Certification Council of Canada (PACCC) or United States (NCCPA) Required;
" Graduate of MOHLTC- approved program including the Canadian Forces Physician Assistant Training Program, Graduate of a Canadian or American Physician Assistant Training Program, or trained International Medical Graduate
" Flexible with superior organization skills and the ability to work efficiently to prioritize multiple, competing tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment;
" Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion, make decisions and take initiative while working with confidential patient information and responding to patient inquiries
" Superior work ethic, professionalism and reliability; demonstrated commitment to providing outstanding customer/client service;
" Superior written/oral communication skills; excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills; ability to effectively convey factual information and detailed explanations;
" Exposure to Lean principles, an understanding of methodologies and tools and a commitment to the use of these in support of providing the best healthcare experience possible to our patients;
" Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety;
" Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork & Joy

At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact recruitment@lh.ca .

Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.

Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.


CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with Lakeridge Health's policies and procedures.

Lakeridge Health thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.