2500002787 - Physician Assistant

Overview Physician Assistant opportunity in the Emergency Department at Lakeridge Health. Status: Temporary Full Time. Schedule: 10/12 hour shifts, days/evenings/weekends (subject to change). Location: LH All Sites. Wage Schedule: $50.980 - $69.140 per hour. File Number: 2500002786. Lakeridge Health currently has five hospitals, four Emergency Departments, a residential treatment centre and more than a dozen community health care locations. LH is dedicated to providing the highest standard of care and best experience for patients and their families. LH is home to regional centres including the R.S. McLaughlin Durham Regional Cancer Centre, Pinewood Centre for addictions and mental health, and The Shoulder Centre. The Emergency Departments see approximately 100,000 visits annually. This role is part of a new Physician Assistant program guided by our vision One System, Best Health and values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy. This position is supported through the Ontario Physician Assistant Career Start Program, which supports new graduates with full‑time employment opportunities, mentorship and supervision, and long‑term career growth within Ontario's health-care system. Duties And Responsibilities Provide clinical services under the direct supervision of ED staff physicians and support the patient experience. Obtain health and social histories; conduct physical assessments and interpret findings. Activate medical directives and interpret preliminary diagnostic tests (ECGs, laboratory tests, imaging). Perform procedures such as ECG, casting, suturing, application of orthopedic devices, slit lamp examination, measuring intraocular pressure, and visual acuity. Formulate treatment plans and connect patients to consultants, allied health, outpatient clinics and other services as needed. Document patient encounters and support health‑care technology and hospital applications (e.g., Clinical Information System, Order Set repository, bedside ultrasound). Work as an integrated member of the health care team with a focus on life‑long learning, quality improvement, patient safety and collaborative team‑based care. Qualifications 2025 Graduate of McMaster University and the Consortium of PA Education – the University of Toronto. Registration in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. Current membership in good standing with the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants (CAPA) and/or NCCPA is required. Certified or eligible for certification through the Physician Assistant Certification Council of Canada (PACCC) or United States (NCCPA). Graduate of MOHLTC‑approved program including the Canadian Forces PA Training Program, or an accredited Canadian/American PA program, or trained International Medical Graduate. Flexible with superior organization skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment. Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion with confidential patient information and inquiries. Strong work ethic, professionalism, reliability and commitment to outstanding service. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong interpersonal and relationship building abilities. Exposure to Lean principles and a commitment to using them to improve patient care. Understanding and commitment to Lakeridge Health safety programs for staff, patients and the environment. Demonstrated commitment to LH values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork & Joy. Conditions Of Employment The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with Lakeridge Health's policies and procedures. LH thanks all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful external applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector dated within the past six (6) months. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants should make their needs known in advance. LH is an equal opportunity employer and values inclusion and diversity. A safe and healthy work environment will be provided; new team members will be required to complete a Pre‑employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr