Physician Assistant

Date Posted: August 12, 2025 Location: Affiliate Site (Forest Hill Family Health Centre) Vibrant Community Health ("Vibrant") is driven by a strong commitment to community and a client-centred approach that aims to improve the quality of life and health outcomes for individuals living in North Toronto, especially those who are vulnerable and face complex challenges and systemic barriers to care such as individuals living with physical disabilities, social isolation, members of racialized communities and older adults. Vibrant Community Health is seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) to join its affiliate locations. The PA will be involved in the provision of clinical care. Working alongside a team of health professionals and under the supervision of a physician, this role will contribute to an integrated team-based model focused on creating impactful care pathways and setting new standards in patient care. The supervising physician will act as the clients’ Most Responsible Provider, with the PA supporting as an extension of care. Summary of Duties: Triage incoming patient calls: Assess patient health care needs, discuss test results and respond to patient questions pertaining to health promotion and disease prevention. For in person visits: conduct patient interviews, take medical histories, perform physical examinations and interpret findings Assist with outreach in the management of chronic disease Counsel patients on preventive healthcare and chronic disease management Organize follow-up and same day appointments Manage, assess and organize primary health care delivery Participate and contribute to Inter-professional team meetings, case conferences Performing controlled acts under medical directives delegated by a physician Maintaining accurate, concise and confidential documentation pertaining to patient history and encounter data. Performing other duties within your competencies as a physician assistant. Successful completion of the Physician Assistant Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited educational institution. Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Current BCLS and CPR certification preferred. Previous experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) Knowledge and proficiency in current, evidence-based methods and practices of primary care delivery. Demonstrate good problem solving and analytical skills. Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills. Sound understanding of and commitment to patient and family-centered care. Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion, make decisions and take initiative while working with confidential patient information and responding to patient inquiries. Superior work ethic, professionalism, and reliability; demonstrated commitment to providing outstanding patient care. Superior written/oral communication skills; excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills; ability to effectively convey factual information and detailed explanations. We sincerely thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Vibrant Community Health is committed to following the principles of dignity, independence, and equal opportunity in the delivering of its goods and services and fostering an inclusive environment for our clients, volunteers, and staff. We welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/persons of colour, persons with disabilities, women, LGBTQ2S persons, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Vibrant Community Health is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact careers@vibrantch.ca (link sends e-mail) . #J-18808-Ljbffr