Physician Assistant/clinical Assistant - Thompson, Canada - Northern Health Region

Northern Health Region

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Thompson, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Provides a range of patient-centered health care services to individuals, families and communities at all life stages.
Practices within a formalized collaborative structure with physician oversight and regulation. Collaborates with
patients, families and an inter-professional team of health professionals. Provides a broad spectrum of health
promotion, chronic disease management, disease prevention, education, counseling treatment and supportive care in
collaboration with the supervising physician. Maintains competencies based on in-depth knowledge and skills in clinical
practice and holds the expertise required to conduct comprehensive health assessments and implements appropriate
care interventions. Aligns his/her practice with evidence-based strategies that maintain the highest level of quality and
continuity for the patient. Strives to improve the health status of the residents of the Northern Health Region (NHR)
working from an advanced understanding and knowledge of health issues experienced by residents of NHR. Develops and
implements health plans for a client-centered strength/holistic approach.

**QUALIFICATIONS

Degree in medicine from a faculty of medicine acceptable to the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba

(CPSM) or Masters of Physician Assistant Studies

Current active practicing registration as a Clinical Assistant or Physician Assistant with CPSM
Current certification from a recognized Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS), or obtain within three (3)

months of commencing employment

Valid Manitoba Class V driver's license, access to a vehicle, and willingness to travel the region year round
Thorough knowledge of Windows based programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook) and Internet
Two (2) years' recent experience in the identified area(s) of proposed practice (i.e. acute care, emergency,

surgery, primary care) an asset

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**Northern RHA strives to have a diverse workforce in an inclusive and accessible workplace,
which provides opportunity for reasonable accommodation.

**MAY 18, 2023