Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Requisition #: ALB00508756
Posting Close Date: August 25, 2025
Salary Range: $47.12 – $66.85 per hour
Job Type: Regular Full Time

DESCRIPTION:

The Physician Assistant (PA) will provide comprehensive clinical care in the field of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery. The PA will have ample opportunity to onboard, with a carefully thought-out transition plan toward independent practice under the supervision of 4-5 attending physicians.

The PA will work to full scope of practice, including:

• Performing and documenting comprehensive head and neck assessments on consults from inpatients, emergency room patients and outpatients.
• Assisting in and performing procedures such as otoscopy, nasolaryngoscopy, and tracheostomy care, initially under supervision and eventually independently.
• Participating in the emergency care of patients with conditions such as epistaxis, peritonsillar abscess, neck masses, and airway obstruction.
• Participating in the management and care of post-operative ENT patients on the ward.
• Attending and assisting in surgeries including thyroid, salivary gland, and major head and neck cancer resections.
• Round on patients with residents at prior to scheduled ORs for patient handover.
• Reviewing and discharging inpatients, following up on investigations, and coordinating care.
• Participating in outpatient clinics including head and neck cancer clinics, and minor surgery clinics.
• Providing patient education, documenting care, and contributing to discharge planning and follow-up care.
• Opportunity to accrue CME hours through both informal learning opportunities as well as structured lectures and teaching rounds.
• Opportunity to attend both local and national conferences related to the specialty.
• Regular performance and role evaluations.
• Carry first-line pager for PA-specific inquiries (dedicated PA pager).
• Participation in teaching with the U of C MPAS program, medical students and rotating learners.
• Collaboration with residents.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduate from a recognized Physician Assistant Education Program. Certified as a Canadian Certified Physician Assistant (CCPA) by PACCC or PA-C by the NCCPA (U.S.). Registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA). Current independent liability insurance.

ADDITIONAL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Current certification in CPR (HCP level). ACLS is preferred. Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning, communication, and collaboration skills. Demonstrated enthusiasm for learning and being reliable. Experience or interest in ENT/Head and Neck Surgery is an asset but not required. Must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or hold a valid Canadian work permit.

Please refer the Job description for details