Physician Assistant
3 weeks ago
This is an exciting opportunity at Alberta Health Services Edmonton Zone Medical Affairs is currently recruiting for a Physician Assistant (PA) to join the General Surgery team at the Royal Alexandra Hospital. This role reports to the Primary Supervising Physician and Edmonton Zone Acute Care Manager. The PA functions within a dynamic multidisciplinary team. Under the Supervision of a Physician, the PA will provide general medical care to patients with a wide variety of medical conditions within the Hospital Medicine portfolio. This position will offer the PA an opportunity to work to full scope of practice. Your passion and motivation combined with our commitment to set new standards of excellence, makes Alberta Health Services the right choice for you. The primary responsibility of the Physician Assistant (PA) is to provide comprehensive direct patient care, within their skill matrix, as a central member of the team. The PA is responsible to perform comprehensive assessment, make differential diagnoses, order appropriate testing, and plan the clinical management of patients. The PA provides leadership and actively participates in this program development and evaluation. The PA is expected to participate in inter-disciplinary collaboration in the provision of patient care. The Physician Assistant is required to: Provide direct clinical care to patients and consult with and refer to other health care professionals as indicated. Recommend and explain appropriate diagnostic tests and treatment. Instruct and educate patients. Confer with patients or family members to address any follow- up care concerns. Fully document all aspects of patient care and assist with completion of all required documentation. Review clinical care in the light of evidence-based literature. Provide and document clinical instructions as required. Support discharge planning process as needed Deal regularly with community physicians, other health care providers, and community organizations to facilitate ongoing comprehensive patient care management. Ensure continuing education, training and development is undertaken to meet CAPA and patient care requirements. Work collaboratively with all health care providers, patients and families, to ensure continuity of care is maintained. Encourage and ensure good working relationships with all members of the team. In exceptional circumstances, provide additional services under the direction and supervision of a Physician, within the clinical competence of the PA. Work within AHS Policies and Procedures. Graduation from a recognized Physician Assistant Education Program. A certified Physician Assistant with one of the following credentials: Canadian Certified Physician Assistant (CCPA), granted by the Physician. Assistants Certification Council of the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants, or Physician Assistant. Certified (PA-C), granted by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants in the United States of America. Registered with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA). This position is for individuals who have graduated from a certified Physician Assistant Program in Canada or United States. This is NOT a position for International Medical Graduates or an administrative role. Only qualified candidates will be contacted. As Required.
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Physician Assistant
4 weeks ago
Edmonton, Canada Alberta Health Services Full timePosition Overview This exciting opportunity at Alberta Health Services invites a Physician Assistant (PA) to join the General Surgery team at the Royal Alexandra Hospital. The PA reports to the Primary Supervising Physician and Edmonton Zone Acute Care Manager, functioning within a dynamic multidisciplinary team. Under the supervision of a Physician, the PA...
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Physician Assistant
1 week ago
Edmonton, Canada Alberta Health Services Full timeYour Opportunity: This is an exciting opportunity at Alberta Health Services! Edmonton Zone Medical Affairs is currently recruiting for a Physician Assistant to join the team in various Acute Care Facilities within the Edmonton Zone. The University of Alberta Hospital, Royal Alexandra Hospital, Grey Nuns, Sturgeon Community Hospital and other sites. The...
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Physician Assistant
18 hours ago
Edmonton, Canada shaped jt inc Full time**Job Overview** Supports physicians by examining patients, diagnosing conditions, and prescribing treatments under supervision. Requires a master’s degree and certification. At shapedjt, we enable Physician Assistants to start their own consulting services, offering business development resources and support. **Duties** - Conduct comprehensive patient...
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Administrative Assistant, Physician Health
5 days ago
Edmonton, Canada College of Physicians & Surgeons of Alberta Full time**_The following is a permanent part-time opportunity working 17.5 hours/week _** **_(0.5 FTE)_** **_._** As the **Administrative Assistant, Physician Health Monitoring**, you will work within a collaborative team environment and provide administrative assistance to ensure that the monitoring of physicians with health conditions is accurate and timely....
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Associate Physician
2 weeks ago
Edmonton, Canada Alberta Health Services Full timeOverviewThe Alberta Clinical and Surgical Assistant Program (ACSAP) provides International Medical Graduates (IMGs) with an alternate career path to become an Associate Physician. ACSAP programs put candidates through a six-month assessment and evaluation that, upon successful completion, can lead to a full-time and permanent acute care coverage role that...
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Edmonton, Canada Alberta Health Services Full timeA healthcare organization in Edmonton is looking for a Physician Assistant to join the General Surgery team. The PA will provide general medical care and work under a Physician within a dynamic multidisciplinary team. Qualified candidates must have a recognized Physician Assistant education and be registered with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of...
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Family Physician
2 weeks ago
Edmonton, Canada Imagine Health Centres Full timeImagine Health Centres is a physician-first healthcare organization with a dedication to delivering unparalleled patient care. Situated at 2316 96 St NW, our Edmonton clinic stands amidst the vibrant South Edmonton Common area, offering a wonderful working environment that both staff and patients love. We pride ourselves on being a multidisciplinary clinic....
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Community Physician
1 week ago
Edmonton, Canada Touchmark Full timeETHIC - Excellence, Teamwork, Hospitality, Integrity, and Compassion - steadfastly characterizes our mission to continually enrich the daily lives of residents. We practice these principles with every task and interaction, from personal caregiver assistance to mowing the grass. At Touchmark, we say: I AM AN ALLY - I AM A FRIEND - I AM A GIVER Touchmark at...
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General Surgery Physician Assistant
2 weeks ago
Edmonton, Canada Alberta Health Services Full timeA healthcare organization in Edmonton is seeking a Physician Assistant to join the General Surgery team at the Royal Alexandra Hospital. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive direct patient care, lead program development, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Requires graduation from a recognized program and registration with the Alberta...
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Associate Physician
1 week ago
Edmonton, Canada Alberta Health Services Full timeYour Opportunity: Description: All clinical activities are performed under the supervision of the neonatologist and in collaboration with the multidisciplinary care team. Some of the clinical assistant responsibilities can include, but are not limited to, completing admissions, ordering and performing selected diagnostic and therapeutic interventions,...
