Job Description
Physician Assistants (PAs) are academically and clinically educated medical generalist who practice medicine within a formalized relationship with a physician. Regulated by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS), PAs collect and interpret medical information, make appropriate clinical decisions and carry out diagnostic and therapeutic interventions within a formalized Physician/PA relationship agreement approved by the CPSS.
Job Qualifications Required Qualifications
- Successful Completion of a recognized accredited Physician Assistant educational Program Bachelor of Health Sciences (Physician Assistant). Certified with the Canadian Association of Physicians Assistants. Current ACLS Certification (Advanced Cardiac Life Support). Certification, is an asset. Current ATLS Certification (Advanced Trauma Life Support) Certification, is an asset. Current PALS Certification (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) Certification, is an asset. Maintain membership in good standing on the SHA Practitioner Staff. Membership and Licensure in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS) as a Physician Assistant.
Experience Clinical experience working as a PA in related clinical field is an asset.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Ability to function both independently and as an active member of the multidisciplinary team in care for all patients.
- Ability to treat patients with compassion and empathy.
- Demonstrated written and spoken competence in English language.
- Demonstrates commitment to a diverse, culturally competent and culturally safe health system and representative workforce.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity.
- Intermediate computer skillsIs committed to delivering on patient and family centered care.
- Is committed to qualify, safety and continuous improvement striving towards zero harm.
- Mobilizes people, inspires and lead by example.
- Strong analytical and technical skills.
Other Information - HSAS seniority within the Saskatchewan Health Authority will be considered under the Selection Criteria.
- Please provide cover letter and resume when applying for this position.
- Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement.
- Standby may be required.
- This vacancy is for position #47288.
- Valid Driver's License.
Additional Information Geographic Location: REGINA GENERAL HOSPITAL
Expected Start Date: April 19, 2024
FTE: 1.00