Physician Assistant - Primary Health Care

Capital District Health Authority

Inverness, Nova Scotia, Canada
Base: $55.62 - $63.28 hourly ($108,464 - $112,806 ...
On-site
Work under physician supervision
Provide primary health care services
Travel to multiple sites
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia offering a variety of inpatient and outpatient services including primary health care

Job Summary

  • Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia offering a variety of inpatient and outpatient services including primary health care.
  • The Physician Assistant will work under the direction of a physician to extend services by completing assessments and interventions within their division under supervision.
  • The position offers an extensive benefits package, immigration support, enrollment in the Provincial Pension Plan, and continuous clinical education.

Matching Summary

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia offering a variety of inpatient and outpatient services including primary health care.

Salary

Base: $55.62 - $63.28 hourly ($108,464 - $112,806 annually); Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Extensive benefits including health, dental, travel, long-term disability, life insurance, and pension plan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Work under physician supervision
  • Provide primary health care services
  • Travel to multiple sites
  • Permanent full-time employment
  • Work within healthcare bargaining unit

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative and innovative team environment
  • Continuous clinical education support
  • Work-life balance with Atlantic lifestyle

Key Requirements

  • Graduate or enrolled in accredited Physician Assistant program
  • Certification or eligibility with recognized PA certification bodies
  • Eligible for licensure with College of Physicians and Surgeons Nova Scotia
  • Willingness to obtain Medical Liability Insurance
  • Certifications in Basic Life Supports and advanced life support courses

Work Rights

Eligible for licensure with College of Physicians and Surgeons Nova Scotia

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