Physician Assistant - Degree
Location
Weyburn, SK | Canada
Job description
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
- 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
- Successful Completion of a recognized accredited Physician Assistant educational Program Bachelor of Health Sciences (Physician Assistant)
- Valid Driver's License
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 skills
- Is 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
Additional Information This position is in Primary Health Care and may provide services to Weyburn General Hospital, Weyburn Long Term Care Sites, Radville, Midale and Fillmore Standby may be required We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone. The SHA is committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive and culturally responsive workforce. We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action. We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Metis people.
Expected Start Date: March 12, 2024
FTE: 1.00
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