Physician Assistant

5 months ago

Amherst, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time
About the Opportunity

Nova Scotia Health is currently accepting applications for Physician Assistant with the Emergency Department at the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre. These exciting new positions with Nova Scotia Health are assisting in transforming healthcare delivery and patient care throughout our province. Join a team of individuals working to help patients, families and caregivers with the right care at the right time in the right place.

As a member of the team, the Physician Assistant (PA) will report to the Primary Supervising Physician and will provide clinical services under the direct supervision of Emergency Department attending Physician. This position will offer the PA the opportunity to work to full scope of practice.

Facility, Community and Opportunity Information

Cumberland Regional Hospital is location in Amherst, NS, which is less than 10 minutes from the New Brunswick boarder. Candidates could choose to live on either side of the boarder, with a short highway drive to our facility. Many of our employees live in New Brunswick and travel to our facility daily.


Check out the below links to learn more about our facilities, zones and communities:


Please refer to our ‘Locations’ page for more detailed information on our facilities, and for more detailed information on the surrounding communities.

Physician Assistant 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
What We Offer
  • Competitive compensation
  • Signing bonuses
  • Up to $ in relocation expenses
  • Extensive health and dental benefits
  • Enrollment in the Provincial Pension Plan
  • Maternity/Paternity leave with top-up
  • Variety of available shifts
  • Continuous clinical education and support
  • Opportunity for advancement within the organization
Compensation
  • $45. - $60. hourly ($88, - $, annually)
About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

  • Graduate of or currently enrolled in 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)
  • Eligible for license with the College of Physicians and Surgeons Nova Scotia
  • Membership with the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants
  • Medical Liability Insurance required
  • Must have recent emergency medicine experience
  • The following certifications or willingness to obtain
    • ACLS, PALS, ATLS
  • Demonstrated effective communication, interpersonal, organizational, patient assessment and telecommunications skills
  • Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours
  • 2x permanent, full-time positions

  • Emergency Department Physician Assistant

    2 days ago

    Amherst, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    About Nova Scotia Health AuthorityWe are currently seeking highly skilled Physician Assistants to join our team at the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre.Job SummaryThe successful candidates will provide clinical services under the direct supervision of Emergency Department attending Physicians, working to full scope of practice. This is an exciting...

  • Physician Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Amherst, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    About the OpportunityNova Scotia Health is currently accepting applications for a Physician Assistant to join our team in the Emergency Department at the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre. This exciting new position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, providing clinical services under the direct supervision of...

  • Physician Assistant Positions Available for

    5 months ago

    Amherst, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    **Req ID**:156581** **Company: Nova Scotia Health** **Location: Various locations across Nova Scotia** **Department: Primary Health, Emergency** **Type of Employment: Permanent, full-time positions** **Posting Closing Date**:Open Until Filled** **About Nova Scotia Health**: Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with...

  • Physician Assistant Positions Available for

    5 months ago

    Amherst, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    **Req ID**:156581** **Company: Nova Scotia Health** **Location: Various locations across Nova Scotia** **Department: Primary Health, Emergency** **Type of Employment: Permanent, full-time positions** **Posting Closing Date**:Open Until Filled** **About Nova Scotia Health**: Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with...

  • Physician Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Amherst, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full time

    About the OpportunityNova Scotia Health is currently seeking applications for a Physician Assistant to join the Emergency Department team at the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that provides high-quality patient care in a fast-paced emergency setting.ResponsibilitiesObtain health history,...

  • Healthcare Professional

    2 weeks ago

    Amherst, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    About the OpportunityNova Scotia Health is seeking a Physician Assistant to join our team in the Emergency Department at Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre. As a Physician Assistant, you will work under the direct supervision of Emergency Department attending Physicians, providing clinical services to patients. This is an exciting opportunity to work in...

  • Physician Assistant

    5 months ago

    Amherst, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    **Req ID**:167685** **Company: Nova Scotia Health** **Location**:Northern** Zone, **Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre** **Department**:Emergency Department** **Type of Employment**:Permanent** **Hourly FT** (**100%** FTE) x **2** position(s)** **Status**:Non-Union** P**osition** **Posting Closing Date**:Open Until Filled** Nova Scotia Health is the...

  • Physician Assistant

    1 month ago

    Amherst, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    **Req ID**:167685** **Location**:Northern** Zone, **Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre** **Department**:OPNZ EMG Emergency CRHCC** **Type of Employment**:Permanent** **Hourly FT** (**100%**) x **1** **Management/Non Union** P**osition** **Posting Closing Date**:Open Until Filled** Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova...

  • Physician Assistant

    6 months ago

    Amherst, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    **Req ID**:167685** **Company: Nova Scotia Health** **Location**:Northern** Zone, **Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre** **Department**:OPNZ EMG Emergency CRHCC** **Type of Employment**:Permanent** **Hourly FT** (**100%** FTE) x **1** position(s)** **Status**:Management/Non Union** P**osition** **Posting Closing Date**:Open Until Filled** Nova Scotia...

  • Physician Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    Amherst, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    About the OpportunityNova Scotia Health is currently seeking a highly skilled Physician Assistant to join our team in the Emergency Department at the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre. As a Physician Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing clinical services under the direct supervision of Emergency Department attending Physicians. This is an...

  • Physician Assistant

    3 weeks ago

    Amherst, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    About the OpportunityNova Scotia Health is currently seeking a highly skilled Physician Assistant to join our team in the Emergency Department at the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre. This exciting new position will play a key role in transforming healthcare delivery and patient care throughout our province.As a member of our team, the Physician...

  • Physician Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Amherst, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    About the OpportunityNova Scotia Health is currently seeking a highly skilled Physician Assistant to join our team in the Emergency Department at the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre. This exciting opportunity will allow the successful candidate to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, providing clinical services under the direct supervision of...

  • Physician Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Amherst, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    About the OpportunityNova Scotia Health is currently seeking a skilled Physician Assistant to join our team in the Emergency Department at the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre. This exciting opportunity will allow the successful candidate to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, providing clinical services under the direct supervision of...

  • Physician Assistant

    2 days ago

    Amherst, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Physician Assistant to join our dynamic team at the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre in Amherst, Nova Scotia. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional to contribute to transforming healthcare delivery and patient care throughout our province.Job OverviewThis permanent, full-time position...

  • Physician Assistant

    1 week ago

    Amherst, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    Transforming Healthcare Delivery in Nova ScotiaNova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in the province, with a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning. We're seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join our team in the Emergency Department at the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre.About the...

  • Physician Assistant

    4 weeks ago

    Amherst, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    About the OpportunityNova Scotia Health is currently seeking a highly skilled Physician Assistant to join our team in the Emergency Department at the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre. This exciting opportunity will allow the successful candidate to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, providing clinical services under the direct supervision of...

  • Clinical Health Professional

    2 weeks ago

    Amherst, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    About the RoleNova Scotia Health Authority is seeking a skilled Physician Assistant to join our team in the Emergency Department at the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre. This exciting opportunity allows the successful candidate to contribute to delivering high-quality patient care and helping shape the future of healthcare in our province.Key...

  • Clinical Healthcare Professional

    6 days ago

    Amherst, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    OverviewNova Scotia Health is a leading healthcare provider in Nova Scotia, offering a range of services to patients throughout the province. We're committed to delivering high-quality care, with a focus on innovation and collaboration.About the OpportunityWe are currently seeking a skilled Clinical Healthcare Professional to join our team in the Emergency...

  • Specialty Site Lead Position at Nova Scotia Health

    1 week ago

    Amherst, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking a dedicated and experienced Specialty Site Lead to join our team at Nova Scotia Health. As a key member of our organization, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the highest standard of patient care is maintained by medical staff.About the RoleYou will work closely with local physicians to ensure compliance with laws,...

  • Family Medicine Primary Care Obstetrics

    6 months ago

    Amherst, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

    Requisition ID: 34778 Opportunity Type: Permanent Estimated Annual Salary: 250,000 - 300,000 Type of Remuneration: FFS - Fee For Service Site Visit & Reallocation Allowance Programs: Relocation Program; Site Visit Program **About This Opportunity**: Services: - ambulatory care - anesthesiology - cancer and supportive care - cardiac respiratory...