Physician Assistant

1 week ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full time
About the Opportunity

Nova Scotia Health and the Department of Family Practice are seeking a certified Physician Assistant to join the Primary Health Care Portfolio. Family Practices are involved in the provision of clinical care to patients and their families, engage in quality and safety processes, and participate in trainee education and academic activities. Guided by a series of medical directives, the successful applicant will provide clinical services under the supervision of an assigned Family Physician. This position will offer the PA an opportunity to work to their full scope of practice.

Responsibilities
  • Obtain health history as appropriate, including patient demographics
  • Conduct comprehensive and focused physical assessments and interpret findings
  • Utilize primary and secondary assessment results to formulate a differential diagnosis and determine if further clinical investigation is required
  • Order preliminary diagnostic testing and follow-up; with interpretation of results
  • Formulate a treatment and management plan based on assessment and investigation results, availability of services and special needs of patient
  • Implement effective treatment plans that include preventive and therapeutic interventions, demonstrating appropriate procedural skills, as determined by the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants Scope of Practice and National Competency Profile, and the supervising physician
  • Collaborate with and seek appropriate consultation from the supervising physician and other health professionals involved in the patient's care
Locations Available

Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with an Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle.

  • Bible Hill - Village Family Physicians - Village of Bible Hill
  • Pugwash - North Cumberland Collaborative Practice - Pugwash Health Care

We offer a competitive compensation package, including a signing bonus of up to $10,000, relocation expenses of up to $5,000, and immigration support. We also provide extensive health and dental benefits, enrollment in the Provincial Pension Plan, and a variety of available shifts. Our team is committed to providing high-quality care and we're looking for a dedicated and passionate Physician Assistant to join us.

About You

We're looking for a certified Physician Assistant with a strong background in family medicine. You'll need to have a graduate degree from an accredited recognized Physician Assistant program in Canada or the United States, certification through the Physician Assistant's Certification Council (PACC) or National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), and eligibility for license with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia. You'll also need to have recent clinical experience in family medicine and demonstrated effective communication, interpersonal, organizational, patient assessment and telecommunication skills.

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications. We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. Thank you for your interest in this position.



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