Physician Assistant Degree

Position #: 9014684

Expected Start Date: November 29, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: Royal University Hospital

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Orthopedic Nursing Unit

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 28 shifts of 8 hours per 6 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

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."Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"

Human Resources Exemption: No

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

• Valid Class 5 driver's license
• (May be asked to provide proof of meeting maintenance of certification)
• Canadian Certified Physician Assistant (CCPA) through PACCC; or
• Membership and Licensure in good standing with the CPSS as a PA; or
• Eligible for registration with CPSS (for applicants outside of Saskatchewan).
• Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C) through the NCCPA.

Memberships

• Canadian Association of Physician Assistants

Competencies

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

Knowledge and Abilities

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

Other Information

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

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.