Position #: 9012610
Expected Start Date: To be determined, posted until filled.
Union: HSAS
Facility: Pasqua Hospital
City/Town: Regina
Department: General Medical Nursing Unit - Medicine - 3D
Type: Full-time regular
FTE: 1
Shift Information: Days
Number of Hours per Rotation: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Hours of Work: Standard Hours
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Physician Assistant Degree $51.102 to $62.5
Travel Required: No
Human Resources Exemption: No
Job Description: Physician Assistants (PAs) are academically and clinically educated medical generalists 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.
License
- Certified with the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants
- Membership and Licensure in good standing with the CPSS as a Physician Assistant
- Canadian Certified Physician Assistant (CCPA) through PACCC; or Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C) through the NCCPA.
- Valid Class 5 driver's license
- Eligible for registration with CPSS (for applicants outside of Saskatchewan).
Education
- Successful completion of a recognized accredited PA educational program
- or Completion of an accredited PA degree program recognized by PACCC
Competencies
- Analytical skills - Advanced
- Technical skills - Advanced
- Computer skills - Intermediate
- Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example - Intermediate
- Interpersonal - Advanced
- Communication skills - Advanced
Membership
- Canadian Association of Physician Assistants
Experience
- Clinical experience working as a PA in a related clinical field, is an asset
Knowledge and Abilities
- Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
- Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
- Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
- Demonstrated written and spoken competence in English language
- Ability to treat patients with compassion and empathy
- Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Other Information
- Valid driver's license, where required
- HSAS seniority in the SHA will be considered under the selection criteria
- Current ATLS Certification (Advanced Trauma Life Support), is an asset
- Standby may be required.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate (ACLS) an asset
- Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (PALS) an asset
- May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.
Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.
We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.
We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.
We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.
We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.
Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.