Phyisican Assistant

At Verismo Health Inc., we deliver innovative, patient-centered healthcare solutions to improve access, efficiency, and outcomes. Focused on both in-person and telemedicine services, we bridge traditional care with modern technology to enhance patient experiences and empower physicians. Operating across Ontario, we manage the second-largest network of high-quality primary clinics and healthcare services to meet diverse community needs. Our approach combines evidence-based practices with cutting-edge technologies to streamline workflows and support exceptional care delivery. At Verismo Health Inc., we are shaping the future of healthcare one patient at a time

We are a newly established, community-focused family practice looking for a compassionate, reliable, and professional Clinical Assistant to join our growing team.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys patient care, teamwork, and supporting physicians and nurse practitioners in a busy but welcoming clinic environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet, assess, prepare, and room patients with empathy and professionalism.
• Obtain and document vital signs, height, weight, BMI, waist circumference, and other relevant measurements.
• Perform phlebotomy and prepare specimens for laboratory processing.
• Conduct ECGs, urinalysis, swabs, rapid tests, point-of-care testing, and vision or hearing screening, as trained and authorized.
• Administer vaccines, vitamin B12, and other prescribed injections under appropriate authorization and within demonstrated competency.
• Assist with dressing changes, wound care, and suture or staple removal, where trained and authorized.
• Review and update medication lists, allergies, and relevant medical history.
• Prepare examination rooms and ensure they remain clean, disinfected, properly stocked, and ready for use.
• Support physicians with chart preparation, forms, referrals, requisitions, recalls, and follow-up activities.
• Assign and flag results, messages, and documents appropriately in Juno EMR according to clinic protocols.
• Provide patients with clear instructions and help coordinate specialist appointments, diagnostic testing, and community services.
• Communicate professionally with patients, families, physicians, pharmacies, laboratories, and other healthcare providers.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with PHIPA, infection prevention and control, cold-chain, and workplace safety requirements.
• Assist with front-desk and administrative duties when required.

Qualifications and Skills

• Previous experience as a Clinical Assistant, Physician Assistant, or in a comparable clinical support role in a family practice, walk-in clinic, or ambulatory care setting is strongly preferred.
• Competence in phlebotomy/venipuncture is important for this position.
• Strong interpersonal, listening, and verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent patient rapport and the ability to communicate with empathy, sensitivity, and cultural awareness.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision while recognizing when physician input is required.
• Organized, dependable, professional, and attentive to detail.
• Able to prioritize effectively and remain calm in a busy clinical environment.
• Experience with injections, ECGs, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and basic wound care is an asset.
• Familiarity with Juno EMR is an asset; training can be provided.
• Current CPR/BLS certification and appropriate immunization records are preferred.
• Relevant clinical education or healthcare training is required.
• International Medical Graduates are encouraged to apply; preference may be given to candidates who have passed relevant Canadian medical examinations.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative clinical environment.
• Direct involvement in patient care within the candidate’s training, competence, and authorized scope.
• Opportunities to develop practical Canadian primary-care experience.
• The opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a growing, community-focused clinic.

How to Apply

Please email your resume and a brief cover letter outlining:

• Your previous clinical experience.
• Your phlebotomy experience and level of competence.
• Any Canadian medical examinations you have passed.
• Your approach to patient communication and teamwork.
• Your availability to work.

Email: hr@verismohealth.com