Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant

The Ottawa Valley Family Health Team is a team of family physicians and interdisciplinary health providers who serve people in Mississippi Mills, Carleton Place, Beckwith and the surrounding area.

We are seeking a licensed Physician Assistant to join our team in a primary care clinic setting. This role involves a combination of clinical responsibilities and administrative support, working closely with physicians and other healthcare providers to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments including history-taking and physical exams
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and imaging, and prescribe medications
• Perform minor procedures (e.g., cryotherapy, IUD insertion/removal, injections)
• Provide counseling and education on disease prevention and health promotion
• Coordinate care, arrange follow-up care and make referrals
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR
• Manage physician inboxes and EMR messages
• Process letters, consultation reports, forms, and hospital discharge summaries
• Renew prescriptions and address patient care queries
• Communicate effectively with clinic staff, patients, and retirement home staff
• For non-OHIP services, ensure patients are informed of applicable fees and coordinate for payment collection

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program (Canada or U.S.)
• Certified through the Physician Assistant Certification Council of Canada (PACCC) or National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
• Registered and in good standing with CPSO
• Member of the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants (CAPA)
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
• Previous experience in primary care medicine
• Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to function independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Must pass a vulnerable sector check
• Knowledge and understanding of the Canadian and Ontario healthcare systems
• Proficiency in evidence-based methods and practices of primary care delivery, with an emphasis on health promotion and risk reduction
• Excellent organization, research, evaluation, time management, communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in the use of computer hardware and software
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to be open and non-judgmental

Assets

• Experience in rural or community-based primary care
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMRs), PS Suite is preferred
•  Initiative, adaptability, and a strong commitment to patient-centered care

At our FHT, we offer a supportive, collaborative clinical environment. We have a diverse patient population and a varied scope of practice. There are opportunities for continuing education and professional growth.