Physician Assistant - University Health Network, Toronto

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join the University Health Network (UHN) Emergency Medicine Program. With five sites, University Health Network is a leading academic center in Canada which fosters education, research and a multidisciplinary approach to patient care. The Toronto General Hospital and Toronto Western Hospital Emergency Departments evaluate more than 120,000 patients annually and have a busy ambulatory area. An interdisciplinary team of clinicians and learners provides patient care, including medical/nursing students, residents, nursing staff, nurse practitioners, allied health, and staff physicians. Support to the emergency department is provided by all subspecialty consultants, labs and imaging on a 24/7 basis.

The Physician Assistant will have the opportunity to work in the ambulatory and acute areas of the Emergency Department in collaboration with other health professionals. A formal orientation program and mentorship from designated physicians will be offered. The successful individual will be required to work any shift including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Patient assessments including full history and physical examinations
• Ordering of investigations including labs and imaging
• Initiation of treatment including but not limited to pharmaceuticals, suturing and casting under medical directives as delegated by a physician
• Formulation of a disposition plan with discussion with a physician
• Administrative tasks including review of abnormal labs and imaging reports
• Option to engage in the ED education, quality and research programs

Who we're looking for

• Graduate of a Physician Assistant Program (Canadian/US) or equivalent
• Certified by the Physician Assistant Certification Council of Canada or the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants (US)
• Eligible to work in Canada/Ontario
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and with respect in an oral and written format with patients, public, colleagues and other health disciplines
• Demonstrated ability to perform complete and appropriate clinical assessment and development of a treatment plan in accordance with medical directives
• Proficient and appropriate use of diagnostic and procedural skills
• Demonstrated effective problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated and proven ability to work in a collaborative care model with all members of the health care team
• Demonstrated ability to perform well in critical and high-stress situations
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education activities supporting ongoing professional learning
• Demonstrated commitment to patient safety
• Demonstrated ability to apply basic computer skills

Compensation and perks

In addition to working alongside talented healthcare professionals, UHN offers comprehensive offerings allowing you to find value throughout your career:

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks including multiple corporate discounts such as travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, and on-site gyms