Physician Assistant- Picton Inpatient Unit
Physician Assistant- Picton Inpatient Unit
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Position Summary
Looking for a Physician Assistant (PA) to join our Quinte Health Team. The PA will support the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital by providing patient assessment and interventions under the supervision and direction of the attending physician. The PA will have a dual role with the Family Medicine Inpatient Unit and Emergency Department. The PA will possess the skills knowledge and experience to work effectively as a part of the Interdisciplinary Team in the Family Medicine Inpatient Unit and the Emergency Department. The PA will be involved in and contribute to quality improvement processes data tracking and professional development activities. Our Physician Assistant will collaborate with the existing Nurse Practitioner in the PECMH ER and will be able to facilitate and support collaboration to promote access to inpatient beds and supporting earlier discharges of patients from the inpatient unit. The goal of the PA role in the Emergency Department is to help provide timely access to care and promote quality outcomes for our patients. The PA will report to the Patient Services Manager.
The Quinte Health Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital is operational 24 hours per day 7 days per week 365 days per year. It is located in beautiful Prince Edward County which is a thriving rural community and is home to wineries beaches and culinary delights. In 2027 Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital will be moving into a brand new state of the art mass timber facility which will be the first of its kind in North America.
The shift schedule for the PA will be determined based on the needs of the inpatient unit and ER with a goal of optimizing the hours that are typically high volume. There will be flexibility with respect to the shift schedule for the successful candidate. We welcome new staff and support their integration into the team through providing orientation and ongoing educational opportunities and mentorship. Come join us and grow your skills as a PA!
Required
Canadian Association of Physician Assistants (CAPA) Certificate of Registration in good standing or eligibility.
Registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) in good standing or eligibility
Current CPR or BCLS certificate.
Minimum of 1 year of Clinical experience in critical care Medical/Surgical area
Demonstrated ability to support and coach staff in the accomplishment of department goals and initiatives.
Ability to perform all specialized functions in the relative clinical service area (i.e. Delegated Medical Acts).
Preferred
Recent Clinical experience in a hospital setting emergency critical care or Medical/Surgical area or Military experience in PA role.
CAPA Interest Group relative to the area of work.
Ability to perform all specialized functions in the relative clinical service area (i.e. Delegated Medical Acts). Training and Education will be provided if no previous experience.
Duties
Supports the physician as an extension of the supervising physician within the physicianpatient relationship as guided by the supervising physician performing controlled acts delegated by the supervising physician.
Performs complete and appropriate clinical assessment along with documentation.
Formulates clinical treatment plans.
Uses preventative and therapeutic interventions effectively to meet the needs of patients.
Ensures that members of the health care team and patients are aware of his/her status of a Physician Assistant while providing services.
Provides leadership in collaboration with the manager to the patient care team to ensure patient/family focused care within a coordinated integrated care planning model of care
Acts as a resource to the team through clinical expertise and knowledge base related to the medical/clinical needs of patients. Incorporates evidencebased practice to support clinical decision making.
Assists in daytoday problemsolving within and across the services in collaboration with the team.
Ensures he/she has the necessary knowledge skill and judgment to perform any act that has been delegated.
Assists the team in developing continuous quality improvement utilization management and risk management activities including implementation of standards and tracking mechanisms in collaboration with the manager.
Provides guidance and direction to coordinate discharge planning and promote patient flow.
Develops rapport trust and ethical therapeutic relationships with patients families and members of the interprofessional team. Promotes and maintains good interdepartmental relationships.
Provides and promotes support to student clinical placement assigned to the area along with assisting in the orientation/mentoring of new staff.
Performs other duties as assigned from time to time.
It is the expectation of QUINTE HEALTH that all staff members are accountable for the delivery of high quality safe and reliable care along with a safe work environment to ensure and protect the health and safety of those who use and deliver the programs and services provided by our organization.
At Quinte Health our four hospitals unite under the core values of Imagine Its You Value Everyone We All Make a Difference and Stronger Together. We work as one team to enhance lives improve access to highquality care and build healthier communitiesright where people need it most.
Nestled in the stunning Prince Edward Countyhome to 800 km of shoreline Sandbanks Provincial Park and a vibrant arts and culinary scene Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital (PECMH) offers the perfect blend of career growth and quality of life.
Our hospital sees over 40000 patients annually and is evolving into a cuttingedge facility set to open in 2027. With 24/7 emergency care expanded diagnostics (including CT) and strong community partnerships were dedicated to exceptional patient care.
At PECMH youre more than a team memberyoure family. Join a supportive tightknit group that values collaboration celebrates milestones and makes a real impact every day.
Physical Demands Analysis
Strength
Required Occasionally lifting and carrying average weight 20 pounds and max 50 pushing/pulling average 1015 pounds and max 30 pounds patient assist approx. 100 pounds.
Mobility
Required Constantly standing.
Required Frequently walking bending/stooping.
Required Occasionally sitting twisting/turning bending crouching/squatting kneeling.
Required Rarely balancing climbing.
Dexterity
Required Frequently forward shoulder movements gripping/grasping pinching neck elbow shoulder wrist and back normal range of motion.
Required Occasionally fine finger movements shoulder movements (up/down).
Required Rarely foot action.
Equal Opportunity
We thank all interested candidates for their response however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Quinte Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Our Recruitment process follows the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act in order to provide a fair and equitable process for all candidates. Applicants requiring accommodation through the recruitment/interview process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department atx2577 or for assistance.
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