Physician Assistant - Jobs in Ottawa

Job Description

LMC Healthcare (LMC) is Canada’s largest specialist care provider in diabetesamp; endocrinology. We’re transforming diabetes care by making it more accessible, comprehensive, and patient-centric than ever before.LMC has 12 multi-disciplinary centers of excellence located in 3 provinces (Ontario, Alberta, and Quebec). Our 60+ Endocrinologists, many of whom are nationally renowned for their areas of expertise, are supported by an interdisciplinary team of highly qualified professionals.Our growing team is looking for a Physician Assistant to join us on a permanent full-time basis supporting our LMC Ottawa clinic (4100 Strandherd Dr, Ottawa).About the Opportunity

• LMC offers an established team of 8 Physicians Assistants, as well as full training and support from Endocrinologists and our PA Manager.
• Our PA program offers a professional development fund and education days, plus in-house learning opportunities for all team members, regardless of years of experience.
• In this role, you will provide medical care in the areas of endocrinology and diabetes under the supervision of an endocrinologist. You will also provide care as a sub-investigator in clinical research studies in diabetes, fulfilling the responsibilities of Good Clinical Practice.

Highlights: 

• Medical directives are in place which are reviewed and updated annually. 
• Professional development fund and education days are provided along with many opportunities to attend Endocrine specific conferences and rounds to enhance your knowledge and at the same time earn CPD credits. 
• Our current PAs are also mentors to 1st and 2nd year PA students.  
• There is a full training program for all new hires irrespective of years of experience as a PA.  
• PAs are eligible for a competitive salary based on years of experience, as well as an Annual Performance Bonus program (eligibility based on minimum 1 year of performance in the role).
• Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week- no shift work, no nights, no weekends along with paid days off for holidays.

About You

• University-based accredited Physician Assistant training program (Bachelor or Master level).
• Must be a member in good standing of the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants (CAPA).
• Experience practicing as a Physician Assistant is considered an asset, however we welcome new graduates as well.
• Ready to expand your expertise and grow in the specialty of Endocrinology Practice.

Responsibilities Patient Care

• Perform the usual features of complete clinical assessments of patients which includes but is not limited to:
  • Obtain history, perform physical assessments, request, and review diagnostic testing.
  • Patient education in Diabetes management and advanced skills.
  • Manage, counsel, and educate patients through the implementation and adjustment of all diabetes and other endocrine therapies and monitoring systems.
  • Consult supervising physician as necessary and perform all patient care activities as per medical directives.

Research

• Act as Sub-Investigator and coordinator for research studies.
• Conduct study patient physicals, visits, perform queries, enter data, and follow all requirements under the Research Standard Operating Procedures.

LMC Healthcare is an organization committed to ensuring accessible services and communications to individuals with disabilities. Once an applicant has been selected for an interview, requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their accommodation needs known when contacted. We thank all candidates, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Powered by JazzHR