Position #: 202521
Expected Start Date: To be determined, Open until filled.
Union: HSAS
Facility: La Ronge Health Centre
City/Town: La Ronge
Department: Integrated Nursing Unit
Type: Full-time regular
FTE: 1
Shift Information: Days
Number of Hours per Rotation: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Hours of Work: Standard Hours
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Physician Assistant Degree $51.102 to $62.5
Travel Required: No
Job Description: Physician Assistants (PAs) are academically and clinically educated medical generalist who practice medicine within a formalized relationship with a physician. Regulated by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS), PAs collect and interpret medical information, make appropriate clinical decisions and carry out diagnostic and therapeutic interventions within a formalized Physician/PA relationship agreement approved by the CPSS. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"
Human Resources Exemption: No
Experience
- Clinical experience working as a PA in a related clinical field, is an asset
Education
- Completion of an accredited PA degree program recognized by PACCC
Licenses
- Valid Class 5 driver's license
- Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C) through the NCCPA.
- Membership and Licensure in good standing with the CPSS as a PA; or
- Canadian Certified Physician Assistant (CCPA) through PACCC; or
- Eligible for registration with CPSS (for applicants outside of Saskatchewan).
- (May be asked to provide proof of meeting maintenance of certification)
Memberships
- Canadian Association of Physician Assistants
Competencies
- Advanced - Communication skills
- Advanced - Technical skills
- Intermediate - Computer skills
- Advanced - Interpersonal skills
- Intermediate - Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
- Advanced - Analytical skills
Knowledge and Abilities
- Ability to treat patients with compassion and empathy
- Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
- Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
- Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
- Demonstrated written and spoken competence in English language
- Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
- Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
- Ability to work independently
Other Information
- Standby may be required.
- Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (PALS) an asset
- La Ronge is located approximately 241 km north of Prince Albert
- Travel within Saskatchewan
- May provide services to acute and long term care sites as required
- Current ATLS Certification (Advanced Trauma Life Support), is an asset
- For more information on the town of La Ronge please visit https://www.laronge.ca/
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate (ACLS) an asset
- May be eligible for Recruitment and/or Retention Incentives
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.
Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.
We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.
We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.
We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.
We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.
Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.
