Physician Assistant Degree

Position #: 9004537

Expected Start Date: May 30, 2026

Union: SUN

Facility: Royal University Hospital

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Surgical Services

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Hours of Work: shifts of hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Physician Assistant Degree $51.102 to $62.5

Travel Required: Yes

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.

Experience

• Clinical experience working as a PA in a related clinical field, is an asset

Education

• Completion of an accredited PA degree program recognized by PACCC

Licenses

• Membership and Licensure in good standing with the CPSS as a PA; or
• (May be asked to provide proof of meeting maintenance of certification)
• Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C) through the NCCPA.
• Eligible for registration with CPSS (for applicants outside of Saskatchewan).
• Canadian Certified Physician Assistant (CCPA) through PACCC

Memberships

• Canadian Association of Physician Assistants

Competencies 

• Advanced - Communication skills
• Intermediate - Computer skills
• Advanced - Interpersonal skills
• Intermediate - Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
• Advanced - Analytical skills
• Advanced - Technical skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Demonstrated written and spoken competence in English language
• Ability to treat patients with compassion and empathy
• Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm

Other Information

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate (ACLS) an asset
• Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (PALS) an asset
• Standby may be required.
• Travel within Saskatchewan 
• Current ATLS Certification (Advanced Trauma Life Support), is an asset
• For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/
• May provide services to acute and long term care sites as required
• Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement

This role presents a unique opportunity for those interested in combining clinical practice with academic leadership. The University of Saskatchewan’s College of Medicine is currently recruiting for an academic position to complement this role. For details on the academic leadership opportunity, please visit https://medicine.usask.ca/mpas/index.php

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.

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We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.

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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.