COMPANY BIO

IMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care. At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do. We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as one of Canada’s leading community academic hospitals, we are building on our academic foundation through enhanced education, research and innovation. North York General Hospital is part of North York Toronto Health Partners, a collaborative partnership with patients, primary care, and community partners, a first- generation Ontario Health Team, driving the development of a locally integrated health system to serve the community. As part of our dynamic team, you too can stand out and be amazing! At North York General, our team is making a world of difference.

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT - PROGRAM MGMT-SURGERY

The NYG Surgical Program is seeking a skilled Physician Assistant (PA) to join the Acute Care Surgery team. Under the delegation and supervision of a General Surgery Physician, the PA will coordinate and manage patient care within a multidisciplinary team environment. This role is critical to enhancing access to care, improving clinical efficiency, and supporting collaborative, team-based service delivery. The PA will report directly to the Director of Surgery and serve as an integral member of the NYG Surgical Program.
The successful candidate will provide high-quality care in a fast-paced, high-turnover Acute Care Surgery environment. The role requires a highly organized professional who thrives in a dynamic, client-facing environment and is motivated by new challenges. Strong interpersonal, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Exceptional verbal and written communication, teaching skills, and clinical expertise will contribute to team success overall.
Additionally, the PA will uphold health and safety standards, contributing to a safe environment for patients, staff, physicians, volunteers, and families.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of a Bachelor of Science Physician Assistant Degree (BScPA) or equivalent Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program
• Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) preferred.
• Physician Assistant regulation through the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.
• Certified or eligible to be certified through the Physician Assistant’s Certification Council (PACC)
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS),
• Experience working in an Acute Surgical setting preferred
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and with respect in both a verbal and written format with patients, public, colleagues and other health disciplines.
• Demonstrated competency to perform complete and appropriate clinical assessment and development of a treatment plan in accordance with medical directives
• Proven problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative medical model of care with all members of the health care team.
• Acceptable employment and attendance record.

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical histories and interviews, to develop and implement appropriate treatment plans and interventions.
• Conduct medical procedures including IV insertion, wound and drain care, chest tube and catheter management, incision and drainage and suturing under medical directives as delegated by supervising physician.
• Organizing laboratory and diagnostic investigations.
• Obtain informed consent and communicate procedural risks, benefits, and goals of care to patients and families.
• Provide patient education, counselling, and discharge planning for inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Manage common medications as per medical directives.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to organize patient follow-ups or refer patients to home care services when needed.
• Participate in orientation, mentorship, and interdisciplinary teamwork with medical learners, residents, nursing, and allied health.
• Engage in continuous professional development and contribute to quality improvement and safety initiatives.
• Ensure accurate clinical documentation.
• Perform physical examinations and interpret findings.
• Perform controlled acts under medical directives delegated to you by a physician.
• Counsel patients on preventative health care.
• Perform other duties within your competencies as a Physician Assistant