Physician Assistant

Your Opportunity:Alberta Health Services, South Zone Medical Affairs is currently recruiting a Physician Assistant to work in the community of Bow Island. Under the direct supervision of a Physician the Physician Assistant (PA) will provide general medical care within the Emergency Department and to inpatients with a wide variety of medical conditions. 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. Bow Island is located between Lethbridge and Medicine Hat, this sunny, southern community boasts over 2,500 hours of sunshine annually and has plenty to offer individuals and growing familiesDescription: 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. Required Qualifications: This posting is only open to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Candidates must submit a Curriculum Vitae and evidence of PA training at a recognized Canadian institution. The applicant should have or be eligible for CPSA registration. Incomplete applications will not be considered. The successful applicant will be responsible for registering and maintaining professional licensure with the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA).Additional Required Qualifications: Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada ( Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and individuals with open work permits). As well, applicants must be able to satisfy the CPSA's criteria for registration as a Physician Assistant.Preferred Qualifications: As required.