Physician Assistant

Ottawa is built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinabek territory. The peoples of the Algonquin Anishinabek Nation have lived on this territory for millennia and we honour them and this land. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. CHEO also honours all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land.

CHEO is one of the few stand-alone, global leaders in pediatric health and is home to more than 6,500 staff, clinicians, scientists and researchers, as well as volunteers – all of whom work together to help children and youth achieve their best lives. Within its own walls and through partnerships with community providers, CHEO has transformed from a 20th century acute care hospital into a 21st century integrated child and youth health system.

Ranked in the top 1% of Canadian hospitals for the digitization of its clinical infrastructure, CHEO combines excellence in clinical care, research, and education to advance seamless care that's provided where, when, and how it is needed. CHEO's Research Institute is dedicated to world-class clinical, translational, and basic science research covering a wide range of children's health concerns. CHEO has been named Canada's best health-care employer by Forbes in 2024 and 2025 and is ranked second among Canadian hospitals on its list of Canada's Best Employers for multiple consecutive years. For the 14th consecutive year in a row, the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers has recognized CHEO as a top employer in the National Capital Region. Every year CHEO helps more than 500,000 children and youth from Eastern Ontario, western Quebec, Nunavut and Northern Ontario.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Physician Assistant (PA) at CHEO works alongside the physician in the Emergency Department to provide care to the patients requiring these services. The PA integrates the skills and knowledge from medicine practice. The PA functions both autonomously and in collaboration with physicians and other health care providers to manage, in a comprehensive manner.

Working closely with the Emergency Interdisciplinary team, the physician assistant will participate in the management of patients presenting to the Emergency Department and will be involved in teaching and medication/treatment management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Vulnerable Sector Check (Essential)
• Graduate of a recognized Physician Assistant Program (Essential)
• Previous experience in related field (Essential)
• Current appropriate level of life-support training (e.g., BCLS) (Essential)
• Experience in Pediatric Emergency Medicine (Essential)
• Ability to function collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team and practice in a self-directed manner (Essential)
• Demonstrated excellent leadership and organizational skills: ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, ability to participate as a member of interdisciplinary team, demonstrates creativity, innovation, flexibility and initiative, sound conflict resolution skills and problem-solving abilities (Essential)
• Sound crisis management skills (Essential)
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the job (Essential)
• Bilingualism (English and French) (Preferred)
• Registration as a Physician Assistant in Ontario with CPSO (College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario) (Essential)

*This timeline may be extended or shortened based on operational needs

*Please note you will be represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). Please note that this position will be based out of Ottawa. Please note that location may be subject to change at any time at the discretion of the employer. All OPSEU members shall be granted an interview upon passing the pre-screening. Pre-screening might include testing.

Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process. This process may include more varied and multidimensional testing such as a written test, practical exam, or other assessment. All candidates who meet the essential and preferred qualifications may be tested.

Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire.

Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

CHEO is committed to providing a safe environment for staff, patients, and visitors. Consistent with that commitment, all applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to be considered for any staff or volunteer opportunities. Applicants are also strongly encouraged to receive their COVID-19 booster shots when eligible to protect against the spread of COVID-19. Upon hiring, presentation of government issued documentation confirming full vaccination must be provided, or presentation of supporting documentation of a valid medical contraindication or other reasonable consideration pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Job Type: Fixed term contract

Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $46.78-$57.86 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Work Location: In person