Physician Assistant

Title of the Job: Physician Assistant

Location: Hamilton, ON

Job Description: The Physician Assistant will work under the direct supervision of the Pediatric Surgeons as directed. The Physician Assistant will play a major role in facilitating consistent application of clinical protocols and continuity of care, utilizing the principles of evidence based practice. The Physician Assistant will work in partnership with Pediatric Surgeons, consultants, nursing and other members of the health care team to provide comprehensive medical assessment, management and education. This role will support the clinical activity, the associated patient care and interventions of the of Pediatric Surgery services. This includes the Pediatric General Surgery and Pediatric Orthopedic Clinics, Pediatric Emergency Department, Pediatric Inpatient Units, and Operating Room. The Physician Assistant will provide a full range of physician assistant services, requesting consultation with appropriate physicians, clinicians, or other health care resources as indicated. The Physician Assistant will order diagnostic tests as applicable, prescribe and dispense medications as delineated by the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee. The Physician Assistant will participate in the education of other health professional trainees as appropriate, as well as research and academic pursuits as directed by the identified Physician Supervisor.Qualifications

• Graduate of Physician Assistant Program
• Prior experience in Pediatric Acute Care settings an asset
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in applying advanced Pediatric knowledge, physical assessment skills, diagnostic interventions and self-care or caregiver-lead management skills for pediatric patients in an ambulatory setting
• Proficiency in performing history and examination of the infant, toddler, child and adolescent
• Knowledge and assessment of developmental milestones at all stages of pediatric development including the unique aspects of adolescent development
• Experience and ability to lead and facilitate the development and implementation of basic and advanced education programs for patients, families, staff, other health professionals
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions in times of emergencies
• Demonstrated ability to work alongside Intensivists, Nurses and other Health Care Professionals
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to promote professional development
• Demonstrated leadership and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated commitment to patient and family-centered care
• Demonstrated ability for independent action, initiative, problem-solving, organization and prioritization
• Able to handle significant daily psychological and emotional stress in dealing with parents of critically or chronically ill children

Company Name: Hamilton Health Sciences

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