CHEO is committed to providing a safe environment for staff, patients, and visitors. Consistent with that commitment, all applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to be considered for any staff or volunteer opportunities. Applicants are also strongly encouraged to receive their COVID-19 booster shots when eligible to protect against the spread of COVID-19. Upon hiring, presentation of government issued documentation confirming full vaccination must be provided, orpresentation of supporting documentation of a valid medical contraindication or other reasonable consideration pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Ottawa is built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinaabe territory. The peoples of the Algonquin Anishinaabe Nation have lived on this territory for millennia and we honour them and this land. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. CHEO also honours all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land.

Compensation Pay Range
$46.78-$57.86

Job Description
CHEO is one of the few stand-alone, global leaders in pediatric health and is home to more than 6,500 staff, clinicians, scientists and researchers, as well as volunteers – all of whom work together to help children and youth achieve their best lives. Within its own walls and through partnerships with community providers, CHEO has transformed from a 20th century acute care hospital into a 21st century integrated child and youth health system. Ranked in the top 1% of Canadian hospitals for the digitization of its clinical infrastructure, CHEO combines excellence in clinical care, research, and education to advance seamless care that’s provided where, when, and how it is needed. CHEO’s Research Institute is dedicated to world-class clinical, translational, and basic science research covering a wide range of children’s health concerns. CHEO has been named Canada’s best health-care employer by Forbes in 2024, 2025 and 2026 and is ranked second among Canadian hospitals on its list of Canada’s Best Employers for multiple consecutive years. For the 14th consecutive year in a row, the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers has recognized CHEO as a top employer in the National Capital Region. Every year CHEO helps more than 500,000 children and youth from Eastern Ontario, western Quebec, Nunavut and Northern Ontario.

POSITION SUMMARY
The Physician Assistant (PA) will join a team-oriented, multidisciplinary team within the Inpatient Medicine program at CHEO working with the Division of Pediatric Medicine. In this role, the PA will provide comprehensive care to hospitalized children by conducting detailed clinical assessments, implementing medical directives, coordinating appropriate diagnostic investigations, and assisting with a variety of procedures and interventions. The PA will actively participate in family-centered rounds and collaborate closely with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to review and manage patient cases. This position offers an opportunity to play a meaningful role in delivering high-quality,



patient and family-centered pediatric care in a supportive team environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Vulnerable Sector Check (Essential)

Graduate of a recognized Physician Assistant Program (Essential)

Previous experience in related field (Essential)

Current appropriate level of life-support training (e.g., BCLS) with commitment to complete Pediatrics Advanced Life Support (PALS) (Essential)

Ability to work in a busy clinical environment with capacity to assist with patient care in a manner that emphasizes quality and safety (Essential)

Demonstrated leadership and strong organizational skills (Essential)

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly both verbally and in writing (Essential)

Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team (Essential)

Demonstrated flexibility and initiative in a clinical environment (Essential)

Strong problem-solving abilities and effective conflict resolution skills (Essential)

Proven ability to manage crisis situations calmly and effectively (Essential)

Physical ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the job (Essential)

Bilingualism (English and French) (Preferred)

Registration as a Physician Assistant in Ontario with CPSO (College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario) (Essential)

Please note you will be represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). Please note that this position will be based out of Ottawa. Please note that location may be subject to change at any time at the discretion of the employer. All OPSEU members shall be granted an interview upon passing the pre-screening. Pre-screening might include testing.

Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process. This process may include more varied and multidimensional testing such as a written test, practical exam, or other assessment. All candidates who meet the essential and preferred qualifications may be tested.

Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire.

QUALIFICATIONS (FR)

Vérification des antécédents en vue d’un travail auprès de personnes vulnérables (essentiel)

Diplômé(e) d’un programme reconnu des adjoints au médecin (essentiel)

Expérience antérieure dans un domaine connexe (essentiel)

Formation à jour en matière de maintien des fonctions vitales à un niveau approprié (par exemple, certificat de soins de base en réanimation cardiorespiratoire) et engagement à suivre la formation en soins avancés en réanimation pédiatrique (essentiel)





Capacité de travailler dans un environnement clinique occupé et d’offrir des soins axés sur la qualité et la sécurité (essentiel)

Leadership démontré et solides compétences organisationnelles (essentiel)

Excellentes aptitudes à la communication et capacité de transmettre efficacement des renseignements, tant à l’oral qu’à l’écrit

Capacité de collaborer au sein d’une équipe interdisciplinaire (essentiel)

Flexibilité et esprit d’initiative manifestes dans un environnement clinique (essentiel)

Solides capacités de résolution de problèmes et compétences efficaces en matière de résolution de conflits (essentiel)

Capacité avérée à gérer des situations de crise avec calme et efficacité (essentiel)

Capacité physique d’exécuter les tâches et responsabilités du poste (essentiel)

Bilinguisme (anglais et français) (un atout)

Inscription à titre d’adjointe ou adjoint au médecin auprès de l’Ordre des médecins et chirurgiens de l’Ontario (essentiel)

Veuillez noter que vous serez représenté(e) par le Syndicat des employées et employés de la fonction publique de l’Ontario (SEFPO). Veuillez noter que ce poste sera basé à Ottawa. Veuillez noter que l’emplacement pourrait être modifié en tout temps à la discrétion de l’employeur. Tous les membres de OPSEU serront accorder une entrevue après avoir passé la présélection. La présélection peut comprendre des tests.

CHEO is committed to providing a safe environment for staff, patients, and visitors. Consistent with that commitment, all applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to be considered for any staff or volunteer opportunities. Applicants are also strongly encouraged to receive their COVID-19 booster shots when eligible to protect against the spread of COVID-19. Upon hiring, presentation of government issued documentation confirming full vaccination must be provided, orpresentation of supporting documentation of a valid medical contraindication or other reasonable consideration pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code.

CHEO s’engage à offrir un environnement sécuritaire au personnel, aux patients et aux visiteurs. Conformément à cet engagement, tous les candidats doivent être entièrement vaccinés contre la COVID-19 pour être considérés comme des candidats pour tout emploi de personnel ou de bénévole. Les candidats sont également fortement encouragés à recevoir leurs doses rappel contre la COVID-19 lorsqu’ils sont admissibles pour éviter la propagation de COVID-19. Lors de l’embauche, la présentation de documents gouvernementaux confirmant la vaccination complète doit être fournie, ou la présentation de documents justificatifs d’une contre-indication médicale valide ou d’une autre considération raisonnable en vertu du Code des droits de la personne de l’Ontario.

CHEO values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants.

We thank all those who apply, however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

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