Physician Assistant -MH Endoscopy Unit at Trillium Health Partners

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 May, 26

Salary

59.73

Posted On

19 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Assessment, Diagnosis, Patient Management, Clinical Documentation, Discharge Planning, Patient Education, Minor Procedures, Electronic Medical Records, Collaboration, Clinical Judgment, Communication, Gastroenterology, Internal Medicine, EPIC

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Position: Physician Assistant Department: Division of Gastroenterology Posting ID: 6359 Role Level: OPAA - Ontario Physician Assistant Association ($46.00- $59.73) Status: Full-Time (x1) Site: Mississauga Hospital Hours of Work/Shifts: 8 hours, Monday-Friday Posted Date: February 19, 2026 Internal Deadline: March 5, 2026 Trillium Health Partners is one of Canada’s largest community-based teaching hospitals, serving the growing and diverse populations of Mississauga, West Toronto, and surrounding communities through the Credit Valley Hospital, the Mississauga Hospital, the Queensway Health Centre, the Reactivation care Centre (Church Site) and the new THP-UHN Reactivation Care Centre. Guided by our values of compassion, excellence, and courage, and through our strategic roadmap, Plan to 2030, we are creating a new kind of health care - defined not by illness, but by the health and well-being of people and communities. Trillium Health Partners (THP) is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Physician Assistant (PAs) to join the Division of Gastroenterology at our Mississauga hospital site. The successful candidates will work under the supervision of a gastroenterologist, contributing to the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will play a vital role in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients with a range of gastrointestinal conditions, in the inpatient setting. Standard working hours of 8am to 4pm, Monday through Friday (Subject to change based on patient care needs). The Physician Assistant is a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program and is certified by the Physician Assistant Certification Council of Canada. New graduates of the PA program are encouraged to apply. To work on the Gastroenterology inpatient service at either the Credit Valley Hospital or Mississauga Hospital locations of THP. The PA will be assigned to one site and will work closely with the Gastroenterologists supporting patient care under gastroenterology MRP service and consulting service. The PA will work under the direct supervision of the on-call GI physician. This position reports to the Director, Endoscopy program and to the Head of the Division of Gastroenterology for medical performance. Key Responsibilities: Performing comprehensive and problem-focused histories, physical examinations, and assessment of laboratory and diagnostic studies in the electronic medical records (EMR). Dictation of consultation notes, progress notes and discharge summaries. Conducting daily hospital rounds, evaluating patients and assisting with discharge planning. Assist with follow-up care, patient education, and clinical documentation. Communicating and updating patient and family members. Upon completion of formal and informal education and documented competency, ordering tests, imaging and prescribing/ordering specific medications but not narcotics, as delegated by the supervising Gastroenterologist. Performing minor procedures on the units after a skills assessment and satisfactory performance evaluation (inserting/removing nasogastric tubes, changing Mickey feeding tubes, paracentesis, etc.). These procedures will be initiated under a direct order or medical directive by a supervising Gastroenterologist. Working collaboratively with an inter-professional team, including but not limited to surgeons, interventional radiology, residents/interns/medical students, nurse practitioners, nurses, allied health professionals, and laboratory personnel to ensure continuity of care. Participate in team rounds and contribute to case discussions. Qualifications: Required: Graduation from a recognized Physician Assistant program Certification through the Canadian Physician Assistant Certification Council (PACCC) Eligible for registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) or current CPSO recognized licensure Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative care team Preferred: Prior clinical experience in gastroenterology or internal medicine Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems (EPIC) Comfortable performing minor procedures (e.g., NG tube insertion/removal, paracentesis, Mickey feeding tube changes) Why Join Trillium Health Partners? A supportive and innovative learning environment Collaborative team culture across disciplines Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement To pursue this career opportunity, please visit our website: www.trilliumhealthpartners.ca Candidates are selected on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications. Where these factors are relatively equal seniority shall govern providing the successful applicant. Trillium Health Partners’ (THP) is an equal opportunity employer who values the importance of antiracism work and is committed to integrating antiracism, diversity, equity and inclusion best practices throughout THP operations, policies and culture. Therefore, we ask that even if you do not see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on this posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown that candidates from underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We encourage all applicants who are members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the Ontario Human Rights Code based on race, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nations, Métis or Inuk/Inuit person to consider this opportunity. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code Trillium Health Partners will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Trillium Health Partners is identified under the French Language Services Act. Our organization may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence (AI) or algorithm-assisted systems, to support the initial review of applications. These tools are used only to assist our recruiters and hiring managers; all hiring decisions include meaningful human involvement and final review. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include performing comprehensive histories, physical examinations, dictating clinical notes, conducting daily rounds, and assisting with discharge planning for patients with gastrointestinal conditions. The role also involves ordering tests/medications (excluding narcotics) upon competency and performing minor procedures under supervision.