physician assistant

Education

• Master's degree

Work setting

• Hospital / medical facility or clinic
• Health care institution, facility or clinic

Tasks

• Collaborate with members of an interdisciplinary health team
• Coordinate patient care
• Evaluate patient care and progress
• Examine the results of the tests
• Interpret medical test results
• Interview clients, prepare case histories and assess problems
• Monitor patients and advise physician of any changes in patients' condition
• Plan patient care
• Conduct patient interviews, physical assessments and take medical histories

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Tight deadlines
• Fast-paced environment
• Walking
• Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Initiative
• Organized
• Accurate
• Values and ethics

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?

Government programs

• Recognized employer

Employment terms options

• Evening

Experience

• 3 years to less than 5 years

Employment terms options

• Morning
• Night
• Day
• Weekend

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Pension plan

Other benefits

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Wellness program