Physician Assistant

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research, and education. Our reputation would not have been built – nor could it be maintained – without the skills, knowledge, and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world’s best in paediatric healthcare.

Position Description

The Physician Assistant (PA) will work within a multidisciplinary team in General Paediatric Inpatient Services in the Division of Paediatric Medicine under the supervision of paediatric staff physicians. The position includes completing detailed clinical assessments of children, implementing medical directives, coordinating acquisition of appropriate investigations, assisting with a variety of procedures and interventions, participating in family-centred rounds, reviewing cases with the medical team, and completing related administrative clinical documentation.

• Obtain the medical history from paediatric patients with acute and acute-on-chronic illnesses
• Complete focused physical examinations relevant to the paediatric assessment
• Participate in the development and implementation of medical directives for ordering of common investigations such as bloodwork, urinalyses, routine radiological studies, etc.
• Produce clinical documentation and reports using electronic medical record systems
• Liaise with consultation services
• Complete administrative documentation, i.e. medication reconciliation
• Participate in Divisional quality, safety and efficiency activities
• Participate in daily educational rounds

• Educational requirement: Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHScPA) or Master's degree (MPAS) from a university level program.
• Eligible certification and membership with the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants (CAPA).
• Ability to work in a busy clinical environment with appropriate attention to detail
• Willingness to work according to our hospital policies and practice guidelines
• Capacity to assist with patient care in a manner that emphasizes quality and safety
• Respect for patient confidentiality and awareness of issues around age of consent
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with children and their family members, as well as members of the multidisciplinary team
• Ability to recognize clinical scenarios that require immediate attention from the staff physician and other team members
• Perform other cross-functional responsibilities as requested
• Clinical duties will include weekday and weekend coverage
• Proficiency with computers and other office equipment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated commitment and actions in advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion objectives.

• This position is eligible for employee benefits coverage including but not limited to; health, dental and life insurance. The full benefits package will be discussed at the time of offer.
• A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others.
• A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
• The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you will be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.
• For more on why you'll love working at SickKids, visit our careers site.

• 37.5 hours per
• Permanent full-time

Our Commitment to Diversity

The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team.

When requested, SickKids will provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and assessment process. Information received related to access or inclusion will be addressed confidentially.

Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital’s receipt of all necessary documentation.

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